Journeyman Plumber

    Highlights

    Frequent district-wide travel; standing and walking 8 hours per day; bending, crawling, stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; inside and outside exposure to hot and cold temperatures, fumes, and toxic chemicals. Including but not limited to hand tools required for plumbing repairs; gas and electrical powered sewer machines; pipe cutter and threader; gas testing equipment; welding and soldering equipment.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWebster, TX

    Description

    Primary Purpose

    Help maintain the physical school facility in a condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of it may be made at all times.

    Qualifications

    Education/Certification/Licensure

    • High school diploma or GED
    • Valid Texas driver's license and good driving record
    • Licensed as a Journeyman Plumber thorough Texas State Board of Plumbing

    Special Knowledge/Skills

    • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
    • Knowledge and skills to maintain plumbing needs of the school district
    • 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 tools required for the trade
    • Ability to pass general plumbing knowledge assessment

    Experience

    • Requirement determined by supervisor

    Major Responsibilities and Duties

    • Assist in maintaining the safe condition of pipes, drains, and plumbing fixtures in the facilities owned and operated by the district.
    • Recognize and report when outside assistance is needed.
    • Perform repair and/or new work as requires.
    • Recommend supplies and equipment for purchase.
    • Examine district owned facilities on a regular basis for purposes of preventive maintenance.
    • Schedule, participate and maintain records of gas testing at district campuses as required.
    • Maintain water heaters and domestic boilers in a state of operational readiness.
    • Participate in department after-hours emergency response protocol.
    • Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
    • Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
    • Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
    • Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
    • Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
    • Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
    • Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
    • Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
    • Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
    • Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
    • Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
    • Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
    • Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

    Equipment Used

    Including but not limited to hand tools required for plumbing repairs; gas and electrical powered sewer machines; pipe cutter and threader; gas testing equipment; welding and soldering equipment

    Working Conditions

    Mental Demands

    Maintain concentration while working around gas lines, water lines, and energized equipment; maintain emotional control at all times

    Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

    Frequent district-wide travel; standing and walking 8 hours per day; bending, crawling, stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; inside and outside exposure to hot and cold temperatures, fumes, and toxic chemicals

    Days in Contract: 230

    Hours: 8

    Pay Grade: Auxiliary 8

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