Maintenance Plumber

H UMAN RESOURCES

*Maintenance*

PLUMBER

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the safe condition of pipes, drains, and plumbing fixtures in Knox County Schools' facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to communicate with others
• Dependable transportation to various sites
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. frequently, 100 lbs. occasionally and 100+ lbs. with assistance
• Two or more years plumbing experience in installation and repair of plumbing equipment and components and evidence of completion of an accredited plumbing apprenticeship or training program, vocational education training or on-the-job training
• Be familiar with local, state and federal building codes
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES*

• Report to Plumber Foreman, Leadman, or assigned supervisor
• Plan and coordinate work assignments
• Communicate and schedule work in a manner that will least impact the normal school activities at the affected facilities.
• Ensure quality preventive and corrective maintenance at the affected facilities
• Participate in continuing education both on-the-job and in classroom instruction
• Ensure that assigned Maintenance Work Orders are completed as scheduled
• Communicate regularly with immediate supervisor about task-related concerns
• lnspect assigned work sites before work begins and at completion
• Assist in other special projects or assigned duties as designated by immediate supervisor
• Ensure that safe work habits and good engineering practices are observed
• Read and write English
• Ability to read a tape measure, read and interpret blueprints and schematics, calculate needed materials for individual projects; perform mathematical computations (i.e., measuring angles, adding and subtracting fractions, etc.)
• Lift, climb, bend and kneel in order to complete assigned tasks
• Tolerate working at heights off of a ladder or scaffold
• Perform heavy physical labor during adverse weather conditions
• Operate and care for power tools and hand tools
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Develop working knowledge of KCS Work Order system in order to adequately bring assigned work task to closure
• Unclog and install drains, coolers, commodes and urinals
• Maintain outdoor sprinklers, waste disposal systems, water supply lines and waste lines
• Work with various craftsmen such as plasterers, roofers, painters and carpenters in regards to coordination of plumbing services
• Make on site determinations as to type and placement of drain and water systems
• Collect and deliver materials needed for projects at various Knox County Schools
• Respond to “after hour" emergency calls when needed
• Work under adverse weather conditions when the need arises, to prevent structural or property damage to Knox County Schools' facilities
• Establish and maintain satisfactory, respectful working relationships within the school environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

FLSA: Non-Exempt

7/1/02

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.72 - $34.12 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate

* Knoxville, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person