Plumber Assistant

Position Title: Plumber Assistant

Payroll/Personnel Type: 12 Month

Job #: 5021

Reports to : Facility Manager or Designee

Shift Length: 8 Hour Day

Union Eligibility: Not Eligible

Position Summary :

The Plumber Assistant is responsible for the purpose(s) of providing preventive, corrective and predictive drain maintenance, ensuring completion of assigned work order projects, and performing a wide variety of drain related diagnosis, repairs and clearings. Assist other skilled trades; and ensure that tools and materials are available. Work with Plumber to complete complex repairs. Work is assigned and performed in accordance with established procedures or follows a well-defined routine. Work is subject to close inspection in progress or upon completion to ensure the performance of work is in accordance with established standards or specifications.

Essential Functions :

Coordinates with requesting departments and other trades for the purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently

Complete drain clearing and drain maintenance for facilities at all locations

Coordinates with other maintenance workers as may be required for the purpose of ensuring that assignments are completed in a safe, proper, and timely manner

Assist Plumbers with repairs

On call as first response for facilities drain issues effectively dealing with emergencies as they arise

Use equipment like electric snakes, high-velocity water jets, and sewer cameras for inspecting drain lines

Used various equipment and tools to unclog drains, camera pipes, install urinals and toilets

Utilize diagnostic skills to access and troubleshoot drain and sewer clogs

Prepares documentation (e.g. service records requisitions, work performed, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information

Maintains and replaces defective equipment such as ladders, tools etc. needed to complete work

Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring the availability of required items

Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns

Transports various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site

Must maintain a valid driver’s license

Other duties and projects as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Knowledge of a variety of plumbing functions

Knowledge of equipment, tools, mechanical devices, and their uses to produce motion, light, power, technology, and other applications

Previous Plumbing experience (preferred)

Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing needs and time pressures

Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgement

Ability to disseminate information clearly and concisely

Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of the various skilled trades

Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions

Experience :

Minimum of One to Two years of Plumbing or general maintenance experience

Education :

High School Diploma or Technical High School (required)

Physical Requirements :

Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle

Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body

Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree

Working Conditions and Environment :

Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment

Very limited or no exposure to physical risk

Disclaimer:

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

In connection with hiring for this position, the district shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or national origin.

SLPS believes in taking care of its employees. We offer a fully-insured health care plan along with some amazing perks! Here are some of the highlights of our benefits plan and perks, but you'll want to check out www.slps.org/careers for all of the details.

Fully-paid health insurance for self

$30,000 of tuition reimbursement (certificated staff)

$40,000 group term life insurance

Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs

Pension plan

Robust wellness programs



Please note benefit and perk eligibility may vary by employee status, employment date, and job classification.