Plumber

JOB TITLE: Certified Plumber/Facilities Maintenance

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt, Hourly

WORK DAYS: 246 days (does not include holidays).

STANDARD HOURS PER DAY: Second Shift, 8 hours per day, 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM. Work hours are subject to supervisor shift assignments.

WORK YEAR
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The work year for the Certified Plumber/Facilities Maintenance begins on the first weekday in July, and ends 12 months later on the last weekday in June.

SALARY SCHEDULE & BENEFITS: Paid on the  Maintenance, Grounds & Supply  salary schedule, and is eligible for benefits on the  Support Staff  benefits schedule.

REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Building Systems & Efficiencies.

SUPERVISES: NA

The Certified Plumber performs plumbing work to ensure safe, functional, and efficient operation of water, drainage, heating, and specialized plumbing systems across all district facilities. This role plays a vital part in maintaining a healthy learning environment for students and staff, enforcing Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) and Indiana Department of Health regulations, and ensuring compliance with local codes.

• Core Plumbing & System Maintenance
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain domestic hot/cold water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, fire sprinkler, and hydronic systems across all school buildings.
  • Maintain, repair, and service commercial boiler systems, pumps, valves, backflow prev enters, closed loops, chillers, and cooling tower chemical treatments.
  • Service and replace commercial plumbing fixtures, including sensor-activated faucets, flushometers, water heaters, kitchen disposals, and dishwashers.
  • Work with diverse piping systems including PVC, PEX, copper (soldered/brazed), and cut/threaded steel pipe.
• Work Order Execution & Communication
  • Efficiently manage, prioritize, and complete daily work orders using the districts Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to ensure minimal disruption to the learning environment.
  • Provide clear, professional, and timely communication to school/district administrators, teachers, and facilities leadership regarding work order statuses, scheduled maintenance, and emergency repairs.
  • Accurately document labor hours, parts used, repair steps, and job closure details in the CMMS to maintain reliable facility performance records.
• K-12 Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance
  • Manage drinking water quality controls, including compliance with Indiana lead testing mandates (IC 16-41-21.1) and maintaining NSF-certified point-of-use water filtration systems.
  • Respond promptly to emergency plumbing issues (e.g., pipe bursts, sewer backups) to minimize disruptions to school instructional time.
  • Experience with or knowledge of backflow.
• Safety & Risk Mitigation
  • Maintain strict adherence to OSHA regulations, the Indiana Plumbing Code, and district safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space Entry, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protocols.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections of plumbing tools, shop areas, and job sites to eliminate hazards for students, staff, and maintenance crews.
• Operational & Technology Management
  • Utilize the districts Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to log work orders, track preventive maintenance schedules, and manage parts inventory.
  • Read and interpret mechanical, structural, and electrical architectural blueprints and CAD drawings.
  • Collaborate with contractors and district staff on capital improvement projects, boiler replacements, and facility renovations.
• Budget & Inventory Management
  • Manage the district plumbing budget by accurately estimating job costs, tracking material expenses, and prioritizing cost-effective repairs versus replacement.
  • Maintain inventory control for plumbing parts, tools, and emergency stock, establishing reorder points to prevent project delays.
  • Source competitive quotes for plumbing supplies, specialized equipment, and third-party contractor services to maximize district resources.

• Other duties assigned by the Assistant Director of Building Systems & Efficiencies.

• Education & Experience
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Completion of an approved 4-year plumbing apprenticeship program, formal military trade training, or technical school training.
  • Minimum of 4 years of verifiable experience in institutional or educational facilities. Military service is applicable.
• Certifications & Licenses
  • Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester credential (Required or must…