Plumbing Assistant — Drain Maintenance & Repairs

SAINT LOUIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools is seeking a Plumber Assistant to perform preventive, corrective, and predictive drain maintenance and support the Plumber with repairs. You will work on drain-related diagnostics, use equipment like electric snakes and sewer cameras, and participate in documenting service records and work performed.

The role requires a High School Diploma or Technical High School, muscle and flexibility, and the ability to respond quickly to emergencies while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• One to two years plumbing or general maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of plumbing functions and safety precautions.
• Ability to read and understand written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work with others and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with requesting departments and other trades to complete projects/work orders efficiently.
• Complete drain clearing and drain maintenance for facilities at all locations.
• Coordinate with other maintenance workers to ensure safe, proper, and timely completion of assignments.
• Assist Plumbers with repairs.
• On call as first response for facility drain issues and emergencies.

Skills

Plumbing knowledge

Flexibility

Discretion and judgement

Read and follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or Technical High School

Tools

Electric snakes

High-velocity water jets

Sewer cameras

Job description

Position Title:Plumber Assistant

Payroll/Personnel Type:12 Month

Job #:5021

Reports to:Facility Manager or Designee

Shift Length:8 Hour Day

Union Eligibility:Not Eligible

Position Summary:

The Plumber Assistant is responsible for the purpose(s) of providing preventive, corrective and predictive drain maintenance, ensuring completion of assigned work order projects, and performing a wide variety of drain related diagnosis, repairs and clearings. Assist other skilled trades; and ensure that tools and materials are available. Work with Plumber to complete complex repairs. Work is assigned and performed in accordance with established procedures or follows a well-defined routine. Work is subject to close inspection in progress or upon completion to ensure the performance of work is in accordance with established standards or specifications.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates with requesting departments and other trades for the purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently
• Complete drain clearing and drain maintenance for facilities at all locations
• Coordinates with other maintenance workers as may be required for the purpose of ensuring that assignments are completed in a safe, proper, and timely manner
• Assist Plumbers with repairs
• On call as first response for facilities drain issues effectively dealing with emergencies as they arise
• Use equipment like electric snakes, high-velocity water jets, and sewer cameras for inspecting drain lines
• Used various equipment and tools to unclog drains, camera pipes, install urinals and toilets
• Utilize diagnostic skills to access and troubleshoot drain and sewer clogs
• Prepares documentation (e.g. service records requisitions, work performed, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information
• Maintains and replaces defective equipment such as ladders, tools etc. needed to complete work
• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring the availability of required items
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns
• Transports various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of a variety of plumbing functions
• Knowledge of equipment, tools, mechanical devices, and their uses to produce motion, light, power, technology, and other applications
• Previous Plumbing experience (preferred)
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing needs and time pressures
• Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgement
• Ability to disseminate information clearly and concisely
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of the various skilled trades
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions

Experience:

• Minimum of One to Two years of Plumbing or general maintenance experience

Education:

• High School Diploma or Technical High School (required)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
• Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
• Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree

Working Conditions and Environment:

• Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment
• Very limited or no exposure to physical risk

Disclaimer:

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

In connection with hiring for this position, the district shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or national origin.