What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumber position at Tempe Elementary School District No. 3?
TITLE: Plumber
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Perform skilled installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems; perform duties in collaboration
with other trades areas as required in order to maintain District facilities. Assembles, installs, and
repairs pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications
and plumbing codes. Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water
heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners. Repairs and
maintains plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes, and opening clogged
drains.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED
- Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED
- Five (3) years of plumbing experience; commercial experience preferred
- Ability to obtain a State of Arizona Identity Verified (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Valid Arizona Driver’s License
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this class.)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Install new equipment in order to standardize, modernize or accommodate system expansion or modification.
- Repair water distribution piping and waste water piping including steam and hot water systems;perform preventative maintenance on plumbing systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment supporting plumbing system.
- Perform evacuation of interceptors and grease traps; perform inspection of natural gas lines and equipment, and fire sprinkler systems.
- Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies and promote workplace safety.
- Operate pipe cutters, sewer machines, reamers, threading discs, snakes and other plumbing equipment and hand tools.
- Work in conjunction with outside vendors or contractors in order to expedite the construction process and receive and maintain stock of materials needed.
- Perform preventative maintenance work as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:
- Knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials common to the plumbing trade and the knowledge to repair electrical equipment supporting plumbing systems
- Knowledge of applicable plumbing codes
- Knowledge of steam, water, and natural gas distribution systems maintenance and repair
- Skill in the installation, repair and maintenance of all types of plumbing systems
- Skill in both verbal and written communication
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
- Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Dangerous machinery and hazardous chemicals
Exposure to extreme weather conditions
Restricted movement, dirty environment
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Must be able to bend, stoop, and reach
Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds of materials
Must be able to climb to various heights and work in confined spaces
Must be able to drive District vehicle
CATEGORY: Classified
WORK YEAR: 12 month
DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Facilities Management
GRADE: 56
REPORTS TO: Department Manager
EVALUATION: Classified Personnel Evaluation
SUPERVISES: N/A
Salary : $22
