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Plumber

Polk County Public Schools • Lakeland, FL, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
About the Job

Must apply online with Polk County Public Schools at https://jobs.polk-fl.net/landing

Fill out the application, then browse using position number 50016192 or 50020504 to find the position and apply easily.

The hourly salary for this position starts at $24.75.

Some of the benefits of this position include (after probationary period)

  • 13.1 vacation days per year.
  • 12 sick days per year.
  • Additional PTO benefits available.
  • Health insurance and free health clinic provided for the employee.
  • Dependent coverage available (employee must pay any premiums for dependents).
  • Retirement benefit plan by FRS (after vesting).
Position Title:

Plumber

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Salary Grade, if non-union:

Pay Grade, if union:

AFSCME Cust/Maint/Veh Svcs

Non-Union or Specific Collective Bargaining Agreement:

AFSCME Maintenance Union

Our Mission:

The mission of Polk County Public Schools is to provide a high quality education for all students.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to the position. This job description is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned which are not listed. Additionally, when duties and responsibilities of this job change, this job description will be reviewed and updated, subject to changes and business necessity.

Custom Job Purpose:

This position exists to assemble, install and repair pipes, fitting and fixtures of heating, water and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.

Essential Functions of this Job:
  • Considerable knowledge of plumbing practices in laying out and installing water and other pipe systems and fixtures, materials and tools and their suitability for different types of work and of their application. Considerable knowledge of regulations regarding sanitary plumbing system installations. Knowledge of hydraulics as it relates to flow rates, pipe sizes and pressures. Ability to install and repair water heaters, water coolers, pumps and other units. Ability to operate power pipe cutting and threading machines. Ability to work from blueprints and other designs and diagram. Skill in the use of tools of the plumbing trade. Ability to keep daily records and logs.
  • Assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing and welding equipment. Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks. Review blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures. Prepare written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts. Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring. Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports. Perform complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs. Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels. Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angle, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pipe-bending machines. Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers and water heaters, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand and power tools.
  • Must be able to perform physical tasks as set forth in the Physical Environment section of this document.
Non-Essential Functions of this Job:
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Minimum three (3) years full-time practical experience in commercial and/or industrial plumbing repair work under a licensed plumbing contractor is preferred. Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools and materials of the plumbing trade.
  • Knowledge of local and national plumbing codes. Knowledge of the hazards of the trade, and of appropriate precautionary measures.
  • Practical experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of a wide variety of plumbing and other pipe systems under supervision of a licensed plumbing contractor.
  • Bilingual/biliterate preferred.
Education, Experience and/or Certification/License Requirements:
  • Graduation from high school, completion of GED, or trade school.
  • Must have a valid driver's license appropriate to the vehicles assigned to the trade and be qualified to drive a School Board Vehicle.
  • Must have or obtain an active journeyman license within the first year to continue employment.


Work Context:

Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines.

Physical Environment:

Requires standing for the majority of the day, and the ability to frequently lift, carry, move and/or position objects weighing up to 50 pounds. May infrequently require lifting more than 50 pounds with assistance as needed. Requires working both indoors and outdoors. Requires exposure to outdoor elements, including weather changes, foliage, insects. Requires the handling and use of cleaning solvents and solutions. Requires the proper use of personal protective devices and equipment as assigned.

Local Code:

0457

EEO5:

53

Approval Date:

Tue Dec 13 2005 00:00:00 GMT-0500 (Eastern Standard Time)

Date Last Revised:

8/16/2024
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