Plumber II

Charles County Public Schools•La Plata, MD

4d•$50,313 - $89,342•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Plumber II with a 12-month term of employment, classified as Non-Exempt. It falls under the AFSCME Scale, UA Grade 13-14, with a salary range of $50,313 to $89,342, contingent upon years of experience. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing and heating systems, clearing wastewater lines, servicing pump systems, lift stations, and fire sprinkler systems, and training new employees. The position requires a valid Maryland Class C driver's license, willingness to work overtime during emergencies, and strong interpersonal skills. The employee will operate commercial service vehicles, work from various elevated platforms, and use digital tools for work orders and timekeeping. The job also involves working with potentially hazardous chemicals and in environments with moderate to loud noise levels.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Current Apprentice Plumber License issued by the Baltimore Board of Commissioners of Practical Plumbing.
Four (4) years of progressive plumbing experience, including at least one (1) year as a Maintenance Plumber I or equivalent.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Knowledge of commercial building mechanical and plumbing systems.
Working knowledge of Charles County Plumbing Code and regulations.
Good physical condition.
Valid Maryland Class C driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Willingness to undergo additional training as needed.
Strong interpersonal skills for working with staff and school faculty.
Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and maintenance manuals.
Willingness to work overtime during emergencies.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair plumbing and heating systems.
Clear wastewater/sewage lines regularly.
Service, maintain, and rebuild pump systems, lift stations, and fire sprinkler systems.
Train new employees in trade practices and procedures.
Installs water service piping and tap water/sewer mains.
Install and repair fixtures such as lavatories, drinking fountains, and sprinkling systems.
Cut, bend, and thread pipes; install hot and cold water, oil, steam, or gas pipes.
Repairs heating system pipes and valve traps.
Responds to emergency situations as required.
Operates commercial service vehicles (trucks and vans) and tow equipment trailers.
Communicates effectively with staff verbally and in writing.
Practices safe work habits for self and others.
Works from ladders, scaffolds, and lifts (ex. step, extension, man, scissor, aerial boom, bucket trucks).
Uses smartphones, tablets, and laptops for work orders and timekeeping.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Foreman.