PLUMBER L1

DPS; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 38,338 - 45,998; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Health and wellness benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

A public education authority in Colorado is hiring a Plumbing Technician. The role involves executing plumbing repairs and installations, responding to emergencies 24/7, and ensuring safety on all job sites. Candidates must have a valid Colorado Plumber's License and a high school diploma. Strong communication skills and a commitment to equity in education are essential. This position offers competitive compensation and benefits in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Colorado Plumber's License.
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

• Receive and prioritize work orders for plumbing issues.
• Install and repair plumbing fixtures and systems.
• Respond to plumbing emergencies 24/7.

Skills

Plumbing skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Valid Colorado Plumber's License

Valid Colorado Driver's License

Job description

Applications will be received until September 10th. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.

About this job:

Supports operations through practical application of knowledge, use of proven techniques, and adherence to procedures. Primary focus on execution of assigned tasks in a specific area of responsibility, with a technical emphasis; such as equipment, machinery, or scientific/chemical.

What DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• $27.83-$33.39. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

What You'll Do:

• Receives work orders, reviews, prioritizes and develops plan for plumbing related issues and requests
• Determines and acquires supplies from warehouse and local vendors, researching for supplies and diagrams
• Communicates and coordinates with staff at work site, taking into consideration safety concerns of self and others
• Prepares and cleans up job site taking into consideration safety concerns of self and others, and disposes of waste and flammable materials
• Installs new plumbing fixtures and repairs existing plumbing fixtures including: water closets, urinals, flush‑o‑meters, lavatories, lavatory faucets, kitchen sinks, kitchen faucets, drinking fountains, shower valves, tempering valves, wash fountains, emergency eye wash fountains and showers. Installs and replace hot water heaters, boilers and heat exchangers for domestic hot water
• Diagnoses malfunctioning boiler controls for domestic hot water, controls for hot water heaters and hot water heat exchanger controls. This includes all repairs, adjustments and replacement of faulty controls, electronic relays, electric switches, air‑electric pressure switches and circuit boards
• Installs and repairs, tests and certifies cross connection control devices of all types
• Replaces faulty electrical components for infrared flush‑o‑meters, wash fountains, faucets on hand sinks
• Tests for natural gas and air‑line leaks, locate and repair. Investigates, locates and corrects sewer gas smells that effect indoor air quality
• Repairs, replaces and installs new piping
• Assists with snow removal efforts on a 24 hour on‑call basis
• Responds to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Tests for natural gas and air‑line leaks, locate and repair
• Investigates, locates and corrects sewer gas smells that effect indoor air quality
• Repairs, replaces and installs new piping, fittings (e.g., domestic hot, hot circulating line, waste and vent, swimming pools and irrigation)

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must hold a valid Colorado Plumber's License
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License and meet District insurability standards.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun