Job Title: Technician Plumbing Licensed Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt
Department/School: Facility Services
Function: Business Pay Grade: OS 9
Reports to: Supervisor Facility SystemsHR Date Approved: October 2008
Revised: October 2023
SUMMARY:
Maintains the flow and drainage of water air and other gases by assembling installing and repairing pipes fittings and plumbing fixtures districtwide. Maintains and provides for the safe condition and operation of plumbing systems in district facilities.
BASIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential functions pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein however this list represents examples only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.
- Model core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties in an effective and efficient manner for the purpose of supporting and contributing to the achievement of district goals.
- Repair or replace bathroom and kitchen fixtures as directed.
- Maintain repair and replace sewer lines as directed; perform full maintenance on sewer treatment plant.
- Maintain repair and replace sprinkler systems hot water heaters and boilers as directed.
- Perform full maintenance on kitchen grease traps.
- Perform winterizing procedures on buildings without heat.
- Install water and sewer systems in remodeling or portable buildings as directed.
- Maintain adjust repair and replace drinking fountains as directed.
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting climbing etc.
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
- Accurately report work hours using the time clock to report start and end times.
- Attend required meetings educational classes and workshops.
- Utilize effective communication skills; ensure that all interactions are supportive courteous and respectful.
- Comply with all policies operating procedures legal requirements and verbal and written directives.
- Comply with the Employee Standards of Conduct.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Ability to diagnose plumbing problems and perform repairs independently
- Ability to size select and install plumbing service and equipment
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to lift equipment
Equipment Used: PC Computer hand tools sewer rooter machines commode augers pipe cutters and threaders electrical test meters manifold gauge leak tester forklift vacuum pumps welding soldering torch flaring tools oil pumps water pumps pipe wrenches chemical pumps and chemicals for water treatment
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Licensed Texas Journeyman plumber
- Valid Texas drivers license with a record of safe driving
Experience:
- Four 4 years successful related experience
MENTAL/PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
- Maintain emotional control under stress
- Frequent walking standing climbing stooping bending kneeling reaching and heavy lifting and carrying
- Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions around plumbing outside and inside
- Exposure to extreme temperatures
- Occasional overtime or shifted hours
- Frequent districtwide travel
- Lifting of 60 lbs
- Work in all weather conditions
- Irregular prolonged and adjusted schedules
Required Experience:
IC