Master Plumber

Position Purpose

Maintains the flow and drainage of water, air, and other gases by assembling, installing, and repairing pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures district wide; maintains and provides for the safe condition and operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities. Responsible for on-site training of apprentice plumbers.

Reports to:

Foreperson II - Plumbing

Pay Grade: 807

Salary Range: $54,988 - $67,012

Duty Days: 244

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

• Assembles, installs, maintains, and pressure tests all pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, drainage, sprinkler, and gas systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
• Detects needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures. Determines sources of plumbing malfunctions and completes repairs as indicated or according to work orders.
• Installs and repairs pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment including sinks, commodes, and water heaters. Installs and repairs kitchen equipment such as gas stoves and dishwashers.
• Receives and completes work orders. Selects material and hardware and makes time and materials estimates. Maintains accurate records on material and labor used.
• Inspects jobs upon completion and ensures areas are clean.
• Works with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
• Maintains inventory of District-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
• Leads the training of apprentice plumbers.
• Responds to emergency calls as needed; including after-hours and/or weekends.

• Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

• None.

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

• Performs all job‑related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

• Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques.
• Knowledge of plumbing codes.
• Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations with accuracy.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

• Tools/Equipment Used:
  Might use standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals, to access and status work orders; plumbing tools and equipment including pipe bender, propane torch; hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including forklift, trencher, backhoe; light truck or van.
• Posture:
  Frequent standing, stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting; works in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Motion:
  Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving.
• Lifting:
  Heavy…