R 3101 Plumbing and Heating Maintenance Technician

JOB GOAL

To maintain the physical school properties in a condition of operating excellence so that the full educational and community use of them can be made at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess Journeyman Plumbing license and familiarity with State Plumbing and Gas Codes;
• Skilled in operation, maintenance and repair of industrial and domestic boilers and burners, related to heating and hot water systems, up to 700,000 BTU;
• Working knowledge of heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems;
• Ability to read and comprehend building plans as related to plumbing and heating specifications; layout projects for repair, replacement or testing;
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimum supervision;
• Ability to perform indoor and outdoor tasks, under adverse conditions;
• Ability to maintain flexibility in a fast-paced work environment;
• Possess Massachusetts driver’s license and safe driving record;
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO

Director of Facilities and Deputy Director of Facilities

SUPERVISES

May require supervision of a laborer.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for overseeing operation of heating and hot water boilers and making minor repairs and adjustments to keep them in good operating condition.
• Responsible for repair and/or replacement of all school plumbing fixtures and water filters as necessary for all water closets, urinals, sinks, showers, faucets, bottle fillers, and bubblers.
• Responsible for the application of plumbing permits when required and communicates with the inspector(s) for proper inspection.
• Works with the Deputy Director of Facilities to develop a preventative maintenance schedule.
• Perform regular preventative maintenance to assure the maximum efficiency and functioning of all plumbing and heating systems across the District.
• Maintains an organized shop with inventory of plumbing...