Plumber, State Licensed Journeyman; PL

Position: Plumber, State Licensed Journeyman (PL01)
POSITION:

Journeyman Plumber (PL01)

SCHEDULE:

8 hours per day; 6:00 a.m.

-2:30 p.m. (start/end times may be adjusted based on department need);
Monday-Friday; 260 days (year-round)

LOCATION:

Maintenance

SUPERVISOR:

Department Director(s)

POSITION TYPE:

Classified, Ongoing

COMPENSATION:

$36.77-$41.50/hour depending on comparable experience;
Pay is annualized over 12 months (if hired after start of school year, spread over remaining months of fiscal year (Sept-Aug))

*** Degrees eligible for a salary enhancement as follows, regardless of degree program or position with the district (cannot be stacked in the case of multiple degrees (highest degree stipend will be applied))

• AA, BA, MA degree, or PhD, adds $0.50/hour, $1.00/hour, $1.50/hour, $2.00/hour, respectively**
* BENEFITS:

Medical, dental, vision, and basic life and AD&D insurance; retirement plan; deferred compensation (DRS and TSA); paid holidays; paid leave

QUALIFICATIONS:

Current Washington State L&I PL01 journeyman plumbing certification;
High school diploma or equivalent;
Valid Washington State Drivers License;
Current first aid/CPR card (training may be provided by District); WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Install, maintain, and/or repair plumbing furnishings, fixtures, and equipment. Repair mechanical equipment and systems. Provide for the maintenance of domestic water and sanitary sewer systems. Repair and/or provide assistance in all work associated with system maintenance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

An employee hired for this assignment may perform all or some of the responsibilities defined below:

• Install, adjust, repair and maintain all types of plumbing fixtures such as water closets, sinks, drains, drinking fountains, showers, kitchen equipment, laboratory equipment, dispensers, and other equipment
• Work involves alterations to floors, walls, ceilings, and fixtures
• Perform repairs, modifications, and installations to domestic water, storm, and sewer systems as assigned
• Provide maintenance, repair, and testing of backflow devices
• Assist in sprinkler repairs and support with sprinkler system preparation and maintenance
• Support with various building weatherization
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures for water and sewer as assigned
• Maintain tools, vehicle, and other maintenance equipment in good repair
• Maintain a material and parts inventory conducive to an efficient department
• Operate and safely utilize a wide variety of hand tools and power equipment such as drills, compressors, hammer-drills, welders, saws, lifts, pumps, pressure washers, torches, grinders, sanders, buffers, etc.
• Use industrial chemicals, solvents, and cleaners in a safe and effective manner
• Install and maintain signage necessary for safety
• Estimate time and materials for projects, obtain permits, submit drawings and plans for L&I approval, assist and monitor inspections as required
• Attend required training courses to maintain licensing and current industry knowledge
• Direct and instruct temporary help as assigned
• Provide for the safety of students and staff
• Responsible for routine maintenance and cleaning of hand and portable power tools used in performing job duties
• Remain on-call for snow removal during winter months and responds to emergencies as directed by supervisor
• Performs other duties as assigned/required

Each of the positions in the Maintenance and Operations Department serves as one unit of the whole team, and as such, is subject to assist or is assigned to tasks in other trades within the classification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Standard practices, methods, materials, tools, testers, and equipment of mechanical and plumbing trades; principles of operation of domestic potable water systems and sanitary and storm systems; sewer cleaning equipment and chemicals;
Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Building Code regulations; adhesives and mechanical fasteners; national, state and local code standards; OSHA/WISHA safety standards; construction estimating; hand and power tools; construction costs and materials; etc.

Ability to: Work independently; read, interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications; instruct assigned helpers; use necessary types of hand and power tools; use arc and gas welding equipment; maintain accurate schedules and records; ability to erect and use scaffolding; work at heights to 40 feet; operate snowplow in a safe and efficient manner; respond to emergencies as needed; operate and maintain sewer cleaning equipment and chemicals.

Obtain a license to and successfully operate forklift, tractors, snowplows, pneumatic compressors and associated tools; operate necessary power tools; use efficiently all hand and portable hand power tools of the trade; read, understand, and follow directions, specifications and other related documents as written by manufacturers; ability to estimate project cost and materials; work safely; operate computer and phone for basic tasks (email, internet, documents);

ability to prioritize work and project…