Technician I Irrigator - Plumbing

Fort Worth Independent School District•Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

Assists the Irrigation Technician III with installing, repairing and maintaining district sprinkler systems.

Requirements

Knowledge of irrigation systems, plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques.
Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations with accuracy.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work
Accredited High School diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency.
Clear and valid Texas Driver's License.
Must be at least 21 years old.
NO positive drug or alcohol tests including pre-employment, random, post-accident or reasonable suspicion.
Valid Texas Department of Public Safety Driver Record Check Type 3A-Certified list of all crashes and violations http://dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/driverrecords.htm
NO more than 2 violations during previous 36 months including:
moving traffic violations (including no more than 1 preventable accident);
failure to provide proof of valid driver's license or proof of insurance;
equipment violations.
NO Driving Under the Influence (DUI) for drug or alcohol.
NO leaving scene of an accident (bodily injury or physical damage).
NO vehicular assault, manslaughter, or homicide.
NO operating a vehicle with suspended or revoked driver's license.
NO reckless driving, speed contests, drag racing, or highway racing.
NO use of a vehicle in commission of a felony.
NO operating a vehicle without owner's permission (unauthorized use or grand theft).
NO permitting an unlicensed person to drive.
NO speeding more than 20 mph over the posted speed limit.
NO history of a conviction in a commercial or personal motor vehicle.
Additional restrictions may apply if directed by FWISD's Fleet Insurance Carrier.

Nice To Haves

experience in irrigation systems/plumbing preferred.

Responsibilities

Assembles, installs, maintains, and pressure tests all pipes, fittings, and fixtures water, drainage, and sprinkler systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
Detects needed repairs on sprinkler equipment following established inspection procedures. Determines sources of irrigation malfunctions and completes repairs as indicated or according to work orders.
Installs and repairs pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment.
Receives and completes work orders. Selects material and hardware and makes time and materials estimates. Maintains accurate records on material and labor used.
Inspects jobs upon completion and ensures areas are clean.
Works with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
Responds to emergency calls as needed.
Maintains inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials. Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures that equipment is in safe operating condition.
Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork. Responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.
Performs all job related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.