Plumber

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Plumber/General Maintenance Date Posted: 6/4/2024 Location: District Wide Date Available: As Soon As Possible Closing Date: Until Filled Position: Maintenance Worker - Plumber Non-Exempt Site: Districtwide Supervisor: Director of Property Services Salary Schedule: Facilities, Technology and Transportation Level Support (range starting at $29.80based on "step 4" 4 years apprenticeship - $34.70/hour - based the 24/25 salary schedules and related experience) Calendar: Custodian/Maintenance - 260 Days Start Date: As soon as possible District Summary Nestled within Colorado's gorgeous Western Slope, the towns of Montrose and Olathe are surrounded by an endless variety of prospects for exploration and adventure (Black Canyon National Park, Telluride and the San Juan Mountains to the South, along with rivers, lakes and streams). MCSD is one of the largest rural school districts in Colorado with a great focus on STEM including the arts. Which means we are small enough to be neighborly, but still big enough to continue growing (with short commutes to school and work). Benefits At MCSD, we care about our employees and their loved ones. Our benefits package consist of the following items: a variety of health insurance plans with employer contribution, including dental and vision insurance, Telehealth, a $50,000 life insurance policy with optional additional coverage, PERA retirement contribution, supplemental insurance options including pet insurance, no match tax shelter account options including 401K, 457(b), 403 (b) and Roth, before tax deductions and flexible spending options, paid leave options and holidays based upon the position, Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Added perks: Great people to work with, professional development, advancement opportunities, and multiple wellness programs with incentives. Summary of Position Under direction of the Property Services Director, perform skilled work in assembling, installing, maintaining, and repairing pipes, fittings, and fixtures pertaining to heating, water, and drainage systems; to perform semiskilled and skilled duties in other maintenance trade areas; and to do other related work as required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Install general plumbing systems to current codes and maintain and repair existing systems. Install, maintain, and repair various types of water heating and low-pressure boiler units and systems. Install water and waste piping to state code requirements. Repair and replace pipes and control valves, fittings, and a variety of other fixtures and devices. Cut, thread pipes, and join pipes and lines utilizing a variety of techniques and materials. Clean and remove obstructions from drains, water, and sewer systems. Install and maintain backflow devices to ensure that potable water lines are protected. Plan, organize, and lay out work in accordance with blueprints, schematics, and building code requirements. Requisition, order and maintain an adequate inventory of plumbing related parts, and materials. Plan, organize, and lay out assigned skilled tasks. Estimate labor and material project costs. Formulate, create and maintain a variety of preventative maintenance records. Drive and maintain a service vehicle to and from work sites. Assist in other maintenance work orders as needed Other duties that may be assigned QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Applicable state plumbing codes, guidelines and regulations. Backflow prevention regulations and system testing. Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the plumbing trade. Installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of plumbing systems utilized in commercial and residential applications. Safe working habits, methods and procedures. Ability to: Skillfully and safely install, maintain, and repair plumbing fixtures and systems Work from blueprints, shop drawings, sketches, manuals, diagrams and schematics. Accurately estimate labor and material costs. Establish good records and prepare complete and concise, maintenance and repair reports Develop and maintain as built drawings as changes are made. Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Plan, lay out, and coordinate the work of others. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions. Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 5 to 100 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Must have an adequate range of motion in the upper and lower extremities. This type of work involves sitting, walking, and/or standing. This type of work will involve ascending and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps, and will involve walking or standing for extended periods. Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate equipment and use hand tools, and handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job. Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather will be experienced. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be: Experience: Minimum: Completion of 4-year apprenticeship. Preferred: Two years of experience as a licensed journeyman plumber. Education: High School diploma or the equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Possession of a valid Colorado Motor Vehicle Operator's License Journeyman Plumber's License Backflow Cross Contamination Prevention Certificate CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Insurability by the District's liability insurance carrier. Upon receipt of an offer of employment, candidates must complete required drug testing within 72 hours. All testing will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory, which will follow testing standards in accordance with state law. Testing will be conducted on a urine sample provided by the candidate to the testing laboratory under procedures established by the laboratory to ensure privacy of the employee, while protecting against tampering/alteration of the test results.