Jr. Plumber
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We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer. Position:

* Jr. Plumber

Objective:

* Performs journeyman's level of work for the installation, maintenance, inspection, modification, remodel and repair of mechanical plumbing equipment and fixtures for water, gas, oil, steam, sewage, fire sprinkler, and refrigeration-related plumbing systems; act as lead worker with plumbing related projects with other classified staff; and performs related work as required.

Responsibilities:

* Incumbents maintain, troubleshoot, and test plumbing systems; assemble, install and repair pumps, pipes, fittings, and fixtures; cut and thread; assemble and install valves, pipe fittings and pipes; inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulations; inspect related work performed by contractors; estimate cost, time and materials for plumbing projects; participate in the maintenance and operations of a plumbing shop; clean, maintain and service tools and equipment used in the performance of duties.

* Maintains, repairs and installs plumbing and related fixtures and components.

* Repairs piping of various size and type.

* Checks safety equipment and replaces components such as washers, gaskets, and filters.

* Inspects, repairs, or replaces pumps, valves and boiler systems, including swimming pool pumps.

* Service air compressors.

* Works on low pressure hot water heating boilers.

* Works on fire sprinkler system and booster pumps.

* Adjusts building automation systems.

* May monitor work performed by outside contractors for adherence to Plumbing Code Requirements and reports back to supervisor.

* Performs all other manual duties related to plumbing work as assigned by the Master Plumber and/or Supervisor.

* Research, purchase and inventory all equipment parts, chemicals and supplies.

* Responds to routine and emergency calls for repairs and service.

* Assists and serves as back up to other Facilities employees.

Qualifications:

* Graduation from high school, supplemented by completion of a Union, private (in-house), military, or trade school apprenticeship program that includes theory and on-the-job work.

* Minimum of two years as a journey-level plumber/fitter in a commercial, industrial, or facilities operations setting.

* This classification requires the use of a valid Massachusetts Plumbers License. This classification requires the use of the personal or District vehicle while conducting District business, must possess a valid (Class D) Massachusetts driver's license and an acceptable driving record. Ability to complete the following trainings as required: lock out tag out, confined space, MSDS, asbestos and lead identification, ladder safety, emergency evacuation, in-house OSHA and respirator training.

* Operate and use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely; perform heavy physical labor; read and comprehend plans and blueprints as appropriate to the plumbing trade; install, maintain and repair broad range of plumbing fixtures and components, pumps, valves, boiler systems, compressors, alarm systems, and chemical treatment systems; read and comprehend plans and blueprints as appropriate to trade; analyze and respond safely and appropriately to emergency situations; train and direct the work of other classified staff in the area; follow and give oral and written instructions; maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for a diverse population.

* Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the plumbing trade; operation of building automation systems, applicable state and federal health and safety code requirements; methods and practices followed in the maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment; safety precautions to be observed in the maintenance and installation of electronic and mechanical equipment.

Terms of Employment:

* Reports to: Director of Facilities or Designee

* Rate: In accordance with the AFSCME contract found here

* Work Year: Calendar Year

* Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use ladders; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear; the employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds; while performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works in high, precarious places and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock; the noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The New Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, genetics, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions in employment for potential employees. New Bedford Public Schools encourages people with multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese and/or Spanish, to apply. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.