What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumber/Steamfitter position at Worcester Public Schools?
POSITION: Plumber/Steamfitter
REPORTS TO: Senior Plumber/Steamfitter
ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE:
This position is accountable for the installation and repair of heating systems, water supply, drainage, and disposal systems.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
This position is accountable for the following:
1. Ability to perform emergency and routine repairs and preventive maintenance.
2. Responsibility for the installation and repairs of water pipes, heating systems, drainage, and disposal systems.
3. Responsibility for connecting necessary pipes for the efficient operation of water pipes, heating, drainage, and disposal systems.
4. Responsibility for the maintenance and repair of plumbing, gas, and sanitary systems, and allied equipment.
5. Must be familiar with pump operation, repair and maintenance, i.e. sewage ejectors, centrifugal, sump pumps, condensate pumps, etc.
6. Responsibility for assisting in loading, assembling, etc., necessary equipment.
7. Maintain records of work performed including labor and materials used; receive work orders and determine priorities, using the district’s computerized maintenance management software (CMMS).
8. Complete and close out CMMS work orders appropriately.
9. Ability to read and interpret plans, sketches and blueprints as well as assist other employees the review of construction documents for both new and renovation projects.
10. Assist outside contractors as needed and assist with design and review of in-house projects.
11. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
LICENSES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Must possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate
2. Must possess a Valid Massachusetts State driver’s license.
3. Must have a current Massachusetts Plumbing License (Masters preferred) with a thorough knowledge of the Code of Mass. Regulations (C.M.R.).
4. Must pass a CORI/SORI Background check.
5. Required to wear/use appropriate safety clothing/equipment at all times.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
2. Required to work at heights or in narrow spaces to service equipment.
3. Required to stand for prolonged periods;
4. Exposed to high noise levels and hazardous chemicals;
5. Periodically required to lift and carry heavy supplies or equipment;
6. Occasionally required to wear protective clothing;
7. Occasionally required to work outdoors in inclement weather.
8. Must be available to respond to emergency calls after hours
9. Requires travel between work sites within the city.
10. Works in all weather conditions, at heights, and in enclosed spaces with limited access.
11. Availability to work overtime, including weekends, as necessary.
12. Must have basic computer knowledge for time entry, preventative maintenance and work orders.
13. Good verbal and written communication.
SALARY: See Salary Schedule
WORK YEAR: 12 months
WORK DAY: 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, plus overtime
TO APPLY: Any person interested in this position must submit a resume and cover letter, on-line at https://worcesterschools.org/about/employment-opportunities
This deadline date does not preclude further advertisement or recruitment