School Plumber - Operations Staff
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Job Description
Vacancy Announcement
Job Title:
SCHOOL PLUMBER
FLSA/ Employee Type:
Represented (WSESPA)
Department/ Location:
Districtwide
Compensation Plan:
As defined by the WSSD-WSESPA Collective Bargaining Agreement
Reports To:
Director of Operations
Posting Date:
July 22 2025
Overview/ Summary of Position
The SCHOOL PLUMBER maintains all plumbing systems in district facilities to ensure safe and continuous operation. Such oversight includes maintaining the flow and drainage of water air and other gases by assembling installing and repairing pipes fittings and plumbing fixtures.
Note that this job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and the employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and/or perform job-related duties as requested subject to all applicable state and federal laws.
Supervision & Evaluation
The School Plumber will be directly supervised by the following personnel:
Director of Operations
The School Plumber will be evaluated periodically using an instrument designed by the Director of Operations and the Director of Human Resources.
Duties & Responsibilities
1. Assemble install maintain and pressure test all pipes fittings and fixtures of heating water drainage sprinkler and gas systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
2. Determine sources of plumbing malfunctions and complete repairs as indicated or according to work orders.
3. Install and repair pipes fittings valves fixtures and plumbing system equipment including sinks toilets water heaters water softeners etc.
4. Repair dishwashers and kitchen equipment that incorporate gas or water consumption.
5. Receive and complete work orders.
6. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
7. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
8. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools equipment and materials.
9. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
10. Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
Employee must be able to: continuously walk stand climb stoop bend/kneel reach and lift heavy object. The work environment may include tiring and uncomfortable positions especially around gas lines fumes and potentially hazardous chemicals. The position requires frequent districtwide travel and there is risk of exposure to extreme temperatures.
QUALIFICATION MATRIX
Required
Preferred
Education
High School Diploma (GED or equivalent)
Associates Degree; Any relevant additional training/ coursework
Certification
Journeyman and/or Apprentice Level Plumber
Master Level Plumber
Experience
Minimum of three (3) years experience in a plant/ building maintenance setting such as commercial buildings residential apartment buildings medical delivery buildings and public buildings.
Required plus experience in a K-12 educational setting (public or private).
NOTE that the employee will be expected to operate the following:
(1) Hand/power tools; (2) pipe bender; (3) propane torch/ welding equipment; (4) sewer/drain cleaners and augers; (5) heavy equipment including forklift trencher backhoe; and (6) operate a light truck or van.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Wallingford-Swarthmore School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of age sex disability race color religion national origin marital status gender identity or expression sexual orientation or other characteristics unrelated to professional performance. Under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.
Application Submission Process:
Applicants must submit: (1) a Cover Letter (2) Resume/ Work History (3) Copy of HS Diploma or Equivalent (4) Certifications and (5) Contact Information/ Letter of Reference via the Districts TalentEd application portal. Note: Applicants must have current ACT 34 ACT 151 and FBI clearances prior to start date.
Inquiries should be directed to the Director of Human Resources
Roberrt Maloney() with the following subject line:
Subject: Inquiry Regarding School Plumber Position
Posting Expiration Date:
July 22 2025 (11:59p.m.)
Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until posting expiration date.
Start Date:
Immediately/ Negotiable
External Applicants:
Apply for position by completing application at Internal Applicants:
Employment Type
Full-Time
