Craftsperson - Plumber

QUALIFICATIONS

• Accredited Senior High School Diploma or valid (U.S.A. equivalency)
• Texas Journeyman's Plumber License
• Six (6) years of work experience in general plumbing installation and repairs
• Demonstrated ability to perform duties under general supervision
• Demonstrated knowledge of municipal plumbing codes. Adhere to State and City Code requirements at all times
• Demonstrated ability to use plumbing tools to install, repair and maintain a wide range of plumbing fixtures and fittings
• Must pass Asbestos physical examination and become registered and obtain certification within 90 days of employment
• Must have general knowledge and ability to construct scaffolding  and  extension ladders, minimum of 40 foot
• Must be able to safely tolerate the elements as required for the craft
• Must be able to lift or exert force of up to 100 lbs
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, and or crawl; climb, balance and drive
• Must maintain a valid Texas driver license and driving record that meet Dallas ISD standards
• Must pass Dallas ISD random drug test
• Ability to communicate in English by speaking, reading and writing
• Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus

BASIC FUNCTIONS

• Proper training and continuing educaiton is required to perform all functions in the plumbing craft
• Must identify and control hazardous working conditions and ensure all safety precautions have been taken before proceeding
• Read and interpret blueprints and related drawings; perform appropriate installation and repair procedures to minimize structural weakness
• Locate and mark exposure positions of pipes, pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors using various plumbing tools
• Cut and thread pipes, using various plumbing equipment; join pipes by using various plumbing materials or soldering
• Test for various leaks, using pressure gauges and leak detectors to determine whether system is leaking
• Assemble and install plumbing fixtures, heating pipes, water and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes
• Assemble and install valves, pipefittings and pipe composed of metals and non-metals using hand and power tools
• Repair and maintain fixtures such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, garbage disposal units, dishwashers and grease traps
• Obtain and set up scaffolds, ladders, and bucket extension to perform plumbing work in multi-story, high level buildings. Perform plumbing work in about and under each campus as necessary
• Maintain district vehicle with periodic maintenance inspections, inform supervisor of any known problems with tools or vehicle in a timely manner, and use all tools in the manner for which they were intended
• Must conform to all district polices regarding vehicle operation and seat belt law/policy; whether, as a driver or passenger in a district vehicle. Notify supervisor of any accident or injury in a timely manner
• Employee is required to respond to all emergency call outs as assigned
• Communicate effectively with principals, department heads, district staff, contractors and vendors in a professional manner in all phases necessary to locate, correct, repair and complete each job or project
• Position may require working alternate shifts
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned

Minimum $16.52/Hr                   Midpoint  $21.37/Hr                 Maximum  $27.55/Hr

Selected individuals for Dallas Independent School District positions will be placed according to current district promotional policy and compensation guidelines. A campus-based employee may not assume a new position for which he/she was selected based upon the posting process until the end of the current semester.  Unless approved by the Executive Director - Human Resources.

No telephone calls please.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/H