Maintenance Technician V - Plumber Foreman (26-27SY)

Henderson County Public Schools; Flat Rock (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson County Public Schools seeks a Maintenance Technician V - Plumber Foreman in Flat Rock, NC. This 12-month, 8-hour, full-time role leads a plumbing crew, performing installation, maintenance and repair of water and waste disposal systems under the Facilities Director.

Applicants must hold a valid NC P-1 plumbing license and have considerable field experience. The position is on-site with full benefits and reports to the Director of Facilities.

Qualifications

• Considerable experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and waste disposal systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a plumbing crew and assign work.
• Install, maintain and repair water and waste disposal systems.
• Measure, cut, thread, assemble and install pipes and fittings.
• Test systems by allowing water to flow and check for leaks.
• Inspect and correct plumbing defects; supervise safety practices.

Skills

Leadership

Plumbing knowledge

Tool proficiency

Safety procedures

Education

NC P-1 Plumbing License

Job description

Maintenance Technician V - Plumber Foreman (26-27SY)

Henderson County Schools Maintenance Dept - Flat Rock, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5953481
Application Deadline: Dec 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 16, 2026

Job Description

LOCATION/DEPT: Facilities/Maintenance
REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities
FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Start Date: 10/16/2026; Permanent Full Time with Full Benefits
12 month, 8 hr position

NATURE OF WORK:
An employee in this class is responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair of water and waste disposal systems, and provides on-site leadership. The employee receives work assignment and plans a sequence of steps. Employees are expected to perform routine work independently. New or unusual assignments are accompanied by more detailed instructions and the employee is expected to resolve most problems. Some errors may be revealed while work is in progress; however, other may not be detected until after work is completed. The employee works with limited supervision and may supervise small groups of employees, functioning as the crew leader.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:

• Measures, cuts, threads, assembles, and installs pipes and tubing.
• Connects valves, caulks joints, and tests finished job by allowing water to flow through.
• Installs water, sanitary fixtures and equipment with supports, hangers, or foundations.
• Analyzes defects or malfunctions in plumbing systems.
• Eliminates leaks by repacking valves or by replacing faulty fittings or sections in line.
• Replaces worn parts.
• Performs related duties as required. Assigns work to crew members.
• Makes corrections as needed. Observes work in progress.
• Demonstrates desired skills.
• Reports outstanding or unsatisfactory work and behavior.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of the techniques, methods, tools, and safety precautions of the plumbing trade.
• Skill in the use of tools, materials, and equipment used in plumbing work.
• Ability to provide leadership to employees in this class.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral or written instructions.

SUGGESTED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Considerable experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and waste disposal systems.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The employee or agency must hold a plumbing license based on state requirements, NC P-1.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $3,265.87 Per Month

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Chad Dillon , Director of Facilities
• Maintenance Dept
• Phone: [phone]