Journeyman Plumber

NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title: Journeyman Plumber (0379)

Reports to: Executive Director of Facilities        

Dept. /Campus: Facilities, Planning & Construction                      
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt                                                   
Pay Grade: M30                                                                                                            
Duty Days: 261
Date Revised: 05/2024

Primary Purpose:

Under general supervision, maintain the flow and drainage of water, air, and other gases by assembling, installing, and repairing pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures districtwide. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities. Maintain, install, and repair all district plumbing and related equipment in order to minimize interruption of the education process.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Journeyman Plumbers License (TX)
• Texas Driver’s License (Meet eligibility requirements to drive a district vehicle)
• Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material.
• Ability to operate backhoes and ditch trencher.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Ability to use power tools.
• Knowledge of plumbing codes
• Five years of experience in plumbing trade with background in repair, remodeling, and new construction

Major Responsibilities & Duties:

1. Demonstrate acceptable work habits including teamwork, initiative, and dependability.
2. Assemble, install, maintain, and pressure test all pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, drainage, sprinkler, and gas systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
3. Determine the sources of plumbing malfunctions and complete repairs as indicated or according to work orders.
4. Install and repair pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment, including sinks, commodes, water heaters, drinking fountain fixtures, water softeners, etc.
5. Receive and complete work orders.
6. Report to work on time each day.
7. Clean sanitary sewer lines.
8. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
9. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
10. Maintain an inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
11. Inspect jobs upon completion ad ensure areas are clean.
12. Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
13. Respond to emergency calls as needed.
14. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
15. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
16. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
17. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
18. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
19. Test back checks.
20. Maintain all gas lines in safe condition and perform gas leaks tests as directed.
21. Install new plumbing and domestic water systems as needed in existing facilities.
22. Maintain and repair sewage and sump pumps.
23. Maintain and repair hot water circulating pumps and hot water heaters.
24. Maintain and repair or remodel all kitchen-related plumbing.
25. Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis.

Supervisory Duties: 
N/A

Equipment Used:

Backhoe

Ditch trencher.

Jackhammer

Saw

Welding machine

Water pumps

Hand drill

Pipe bender.

Propane torch

Sewer rooter

Heavy equipment

Light truck or van

Forklift

Trencher

Backhoe

Pipe welder.

Large, medium, and small sewer machines

Dirt tampers

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

Ability to read.

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal)

Ability to follow oral and written directions.

           
Physical Demands:

Frequent bending

Frequent stooping

Frequent light lifting

Frequent heavy lifting

Frequent kneeling

Frequent climbing of ladders, scaffolds, etc.

Frequent digging

Sensory Requirements:

Significant hearing

Near vision

Far vision.

Peripheral vision

Color discrimination.

Depth perception

Environment:

Subject to temperature extremes

Subject to frequent interruptions

Subject to frequent deadlines

Subject to wet slippery surfaces

Subject to enclosed spaces

Exposure to fumes

Exposure to dust

Exposure to solvents

Exposure to toxic chemicals/materials

Exposure to noise

Exposure to high voltage

Exposure to rain, snow, sleet, lightning, wind, sun, ice

Exposure to roof tar, grease, oils

Exposure to insulation fibers

Exposure to ceiling tile fibers

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned, alternative methods of performing your duties, or skills that may be required.