Plumber; Master​/Journeyman), Facilities

Plumber (Master/Journeyman), Facilities

Job : 15845

Classification: Non-Exempt

Date Posted: May 13, 2026

Location: Facilities

Reports to: Mechanical Maintenance Department Manager

Contract Length/Days:  / 260 Days

Compensation:

• Master Plumber: $32.29 per hour plus benefits; range 38. Additional salary credit may be given for internal transfers and recent rehires, up to $51.80 per hour plus benefits.
• Journeyman Plumber: $30.43 per hour plus benefits; range 35. Additional salary credit may be given for internal transfers and recent rehires, up to $48.80 per hour plus benefits.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit‑eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date). To learn more, see our Benefits Overview.

Paid Leave: Depending on your position, the District offers a variety of leave options, including sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation and paid holidays. More information about leave options for classified employees can be found in the Board of Education Policy Manual.

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid Colorado State Master Plumber or Journeyman License.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Combination of related education, experience, and training equivalent to eight years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair.

Preferred: Any additional relevant experience or certifications that demonstrate advanced plumbing knowledge or leadership in maintenance roles.

Summary / Objective: Skilled work in the installation, repair and maintenance of all phases of plumbing. Assignments are received in the form of work orders, sometimes accompanied by drawings or blueprints. Work methods and procedures are usually determined by the employee, and the work is subject to inspection while in progress and upon completion. Supervision may be exercised over the work of a small number of employees.

• Cleans out plugged sewer lines; repairs faucets, valves, mixing valves and backflow prev enters; maintains toilets, sewers, showers, laundries, sinks, drinking fountains, portable water lines, domestic hot water lines, steam heating systems and associated valves, traps, and safety devices. Responsible for operation of septic systems and grease traps.
• Replaces toilets, urinals, sinks, and pipes (iron, steel, copper, plastic).
• Installs new facilities such as sinks, toilets, showers, water heaters, expansion tanks, hose bibs, dishwashers, kitchen equipment and occasionally piping for fire sprinkler systems to existing utilities.
• Insulates both hot and cold‑water lines and steam lines.
• Repairs and replaces existing sewer drain, water, vent lines and HVAC piping.
• Plans and initiates a preventative maintenance program in plumbing.
• Responds to emergencies.
• Directs the activities of other technicians.
• Performs work according to printed information on the Facilities Department work order system.
• Uses positive verbal and non‑verbal skills when working with district personnel and community members at all times.
• Accomplishes duties of mechanical maintenance and repair without direct supervision on a daily basis.
• Operates heavy equipment as needed.
• Drives various fleet vehicles daily.
• Removes snow.
• Maintains power tools and shop area.
• Assists other members of the department as needed.
• Inspects work of independent contractors.
• May be responsible for the District's plumbing contractor license.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Expert knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and practices of mechanical trades and mechanical maintenance repair. Ability to plan and execute new installations, including a complete plumbing layout for a building. Ability to estimate time and materials on any plumbing system installation. Ability to deal tactfully with public and staff. Ability to respond under pressure to emergency situations while maintaining courteous and professional…