Terms of Employment:
12 months/ 234 days per year. Compensation is at Auxiliary Pay Plan AUX6 on the EISD Compensation Plan. Entry level rate of pay is $21.28/hour with additional consideration based upon directly related experience.

Primary Purpose:

Under general supervision, maintain the flow and drainage of water, air, and other gases by assembling, installing, and repairing pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures districtwide. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities.

NOTE: Applicant must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by applicant.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency)
• Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Journeyman Plumber License
• Valid Texas Driver’s License with a good driving record and must meet and maintain liability coverage eligibility

Experience:

• Five (5) years experience in the plumbing field

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques
• Knowledge of plumbing codes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
• Ability to use hand and power tools

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

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, commodes, 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.
11. Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures.
12. Respond to emergency calls as needed.
13. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
14. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
15. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
16. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
17. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
18. Other duties as assigned - in the best interest of the district

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used: 

Hand and power tools; pipe bender; propane torch; welding equipment; sewer rooter; heavy equipment, including forklift, trencher, backhoe. Light truck or van.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, around gas lines, around fumes and toxic chemicals, outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent districtwide travel.