Plumber III

Plano ISD; Plano (AL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano ISD seeks an experienced plumber to maintain and repair building plumbing systems, install and service fixtures such as sinks and water heaters, and ensure compliance with codes. The role requires five years in the trade, a journeyman license or equivalent experience, and a valid Texas driver's license.

Strong plan-reading and communication skills are essential. Responsibilities include analyzing assignments with supervision, ensuring availability of labor and materials, and following

Qualifications

• Education/certification requirements for the role.
• Experience with plumbing codes and safety rules.
• Candidate must be able to read plans and specifications.
• High school diploma or equivalent and Texas license are required.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair sinks, toilets, water heaters, and related plumbing equipment.
• Analyze job assignments with supervisor to ensure labor & materials.
• Study building plans to determine tools and sequence of work.
• Complete work orders with labor and materials history.
• Inspect facilities and initiate work as needed.
• Follow safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Communication

Blueprint reading

Plumbing instructions

Codes knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman's plumbing license or comparable experience

Valid Texas driver’s license

Insurable driving record

Job description

Pay Grade: 48B (Min $23.62 per hr)
Work Days: 261

Primary Purpose:

• Maintain and repair plumbing equipment and building plumbing system components. Install, repair, inspect, test and clean new and existing equipment

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Journeyman's plumbing license or comparable experience
• Valid Texas driver's license
• Driving record that is insurable with Plano ISD's insurance carrier

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to communicate well and deal with all people in a courteous and positive manner
• Ability to read and interpret building plans, blue prints and specifications
• Ability to read and understand plumbing instructions effectively
• Knowledge of commercial plumbing, and applicable boiler and plumbing codes

Experience:

• Five years of experience in the plumbing trade

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Install and repair plumbing fixtures such as sinks, commodes, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers and water coolers
• Analyze each job assignment and consult with the supervisor to ensure labor and material are available
• Study building plans and drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installation
• Complete work orders in a timely manner, ensuring that each work order shows a history of labor and material used
• Inspect facilities and initiate work, as needed
• Follow safety rules and procedures, and assume the responsibility of ensuring that safety rules are being followed by plumber technicians
• Maintain a clean company vehicle (interior and exterior) and report any vehicle irregularities
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance that is safe and representative of the department
• Follow all rules, regulations and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisor
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
• Perform other functions that may be assigned by the administration and/or supervisor

Equipment Used:

• Plumbing equipment to include, but not limited to, sewer machines, torches and VOM; heavy machinery, including front-end loaders and backhoes; and Plano ISD vehicles

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Occasional lifting and carrying, 15-50 pounds; occasional twisting, reaching above shoulder, bending, climbing, crawling, and digging; manual dexterity to complete projects in a craftsman fashion; may require working in inclement weather
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