Plumber

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The position of plumber provides installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing components and systems to support the mission of the District.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Services and repairs indoor and outdoor water and waste plumbing systems.
• Services and repairs compressed air and gas lines.
• Services, repairs and replaces plumbing fixtures and equipment such as disposals, dishwasher and laundry equipment.
• Conducts backflow testing.
• Repairs, adjusts and calibrates appliances and fixtures.
• Locates, analyzes and repairs problems with plumbing and other systems.
• Performs excavation, backfill or other dirt work as required for the position.
• Designs layouts for minor plumbing modifications.
• Maintains and uses tools and equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Installs new equipment as required.
• Performs work in a variety of challenging environments and spaces.
• Works from blueprints, rough plans, sketches, patterns and written and oral instructions.
• Adheres to all safety requirements associated with the plumbing trade.
• Maintains records incidental to the preventive maintenance program for all plumbing as required.
• Utilizes electronic work order system.
• May be required to perform back up functions of other maintenance positions.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports directly to and is supervised by Manager, Facilities, Maintenance & Community Use
• Follows work direction from the designated lead position

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• 4 years' experience working in the plumbing trade
• Vocational apprenticeship as a plumber

Preferred

• Experience in school districts or other public sector setting
• Experience in general construction

Allowable Substitutions

• Type of experience may substitute for years required in the plumbing trade

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class typically require):

• Possess a valid Washington State Driver's License.
• Possess Journey Level Plumber (01) Certificate from Washington Department of Labor and Industries.
• Possess Washington Backflow Tester (30) Certificate from Washington Department of Health or obtain within 6 months after hire.

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and practices of the plumbing trade
• Knowledge of proper safety precautions and procedures applicable to plumbing work
• Knowledge of confined space procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations
• Performs all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements
• Ability to follow technical instructions
• Ability to perform a variety of plumbing and general construction tasks associated with the position
• Ability to perform repairs related to plumbing systems and other general types of repairs

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Ability to work independently or as a team member
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of all tools and equipment of the plumbing trade
• Possesses computer skills including work order systems to perform the essential duties of the position
• Utilizes problem-solving skills as required for the position
• Demonstrates ability to follow technical instructions, including reading blueprints and other documents related to work projects
• Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Maintenance and Grounds salary classification B-5 ($ 50.70 per hour), 40 hours per week, for a 260-day annual assignment. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon 630 hours worked within a school year. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. Other benefits include vacation and paid holidays.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed. The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon clearance by Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights, Racial Discrimination, and Gender Expression or Identity Discrimination:

Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination Compliance Coordinator Nancy Pham, ... or ...

Sex-based Discrimination, including Sexual Harassment:

Title IX Coordinator: Jeff Lowell, ... or ...

Disability Discrimination:

Karen Dejong, (425) ... or ...

Mailing address for all three: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005.