Jr. Plumber (7 AM - 3:30 PM)

New Bedford Public School District•New Bedford, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
Valid Massachusetts Plumbers License.
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.
Thorough knowledge of operation of building automation systems.
Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal health and safety code requirements.
Thorough knowledge of methods and practices followed in the maintenance of tools, machinery, and equipment.
Thorough knowledge of safety precautions to be observed in the maintenance and installation of electronic and mechanical equipment.

Nice To Haves

Encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds.
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.
Multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese and/or Spanish, are encouraged.

Responsibilities

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.
Maintain, repair and install plumbing and related fixtures and components.
Repair piping of various size and type.
Check safety equipment and replace components such as washers, gaskets, and filters.
Inspect, repair, or replace pumps, valves and boiler systems, including swimming pool pumps.
Service air compressors.
Work on low pressure hot water heating boilers.
Work on fire sprinkler system and booster pumps.
Adjust building automation systems.
Monitor work performed by outside contractors for adherence to Plumbing Code Requirements and report back to supervisor.
Perform 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.
Respond to routine and emergency calls for repairs and service.
Assist and serve as back up to other Facilities employees.