Tradesman Plumber for Birdsville Independent School District

Marsden Services•Dallas, TX

20d

About The Position

The Tradesman Plumber installs, repairs, maintains, and performs preventative maintenance on plumbing systems and fixtures throughout the district. The position requires a self-starting, organized problem solver who can work independently or with a team, communicate effectively, prioritize work, follow up, and provide quality customer service. A safety-first approach and the ability to work under pressure are important. The plumber works with district staff and other stakeholders to coordinate maintenance, assess facility and building-system conditions, document findings, and manage work orders. The role may include planning jobs, estimating costs, ordering materials, maintaining equipment and inventory, and assisting with projects. The position has a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with a one-hour break and includes participation in an on-call rotation. Work may take place in offices, shops, warehouses, vehicles, outdoors, on roofs, in crawl spaces, above ceilings, and below floors. The role involves frequent exposure to environmental conditions and periodic exposure to mechanical, chemical, electrical, and fire hazards. Physical activities include sitting, standing, walking, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, squatting, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
At least 2 years of applicable trade experience.
Tradesman Plumbing License.
Knowledge of plumbing systems associated with commercial buildings and ability to work on and troubleshoot those systems.
Ability to quickly learn and use industry-common computers, software, and hardware if not already proficient.
Strong verbal and written communication, organization, prioritization, follow-up, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, provide customer service, and maintain emotional control under stress and amid frequent interruptions.
Reading, mathematical, and written-language abilities.
Commitment to safe work practices.

Nice To Haves

Drain Cleaning endorsement preferred.
Experience with public school districts or colleges/universities preferred.
Bilingual ability is advantageous.
Applicable certifications.

Responsibilities

Open sewer lines in restrooms, shop areas, kitchens, and water fountains; repair fittings, lines, valves, and other plumbing fixtures.
Perform preventative maintenance on plumbing fixtures, equipment, and related piping systems.
Assist with preparing for gas inspections in accordance with plumbing codes.
Install, repair, and maintain district plumbing systems, including gas, water, waste and vent systems, domestic water and hot water systems, and circulating pumps.
Repair or replace plumbing fixtures and water, wastewater, vent, and storm drainage lines inside or outside buildings; perform new plumbing installations.
Maintain equipment used in the plumbing department.
Order materials, plan jobs, and estimate costs on a limited basis.
Work with helpers assigned by the Department Lead to complete work orders, when applicable.
Provide quality customer service and work safely at all times.
Participate in the on-call rotation.
Collaborate with department staff, principals, administrators, consultants, vendors, and contractors as needed.
Assess district facilities and building systems and provide written information for work orders, budgeting, and long-range planning.
Coordinate building systems and maintenance work with other departments.
Use the department work order system to manage work and track repairs; review completed work orders for results, time, and materials, and verify completion and quality.
Assist in selecting, testing, and ordering supplies, equipment, and materials; ensure products are safe and inventory is maintained.
Attend required meetings, work on special projects, accept other responsibilities assigned by the director, and perform other duties as assigned.