P ONCA C ITY P U BLIC SC HOOLS
Job Description
Plumber (12 Month)
Date: July 1, 2016
Reports to: Director of Maintenance
Supervises: N/A
Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Valid Driver's License with Good Driving Record
Master Plumber or Contractor's License
Job Goal: Assumes primary responsibility for the safe condition of pipes,
drains, and plumbing fixtures in the facilities owned or operated by
the district.
Employment Terms: 12 Months, 8 hours per day
7:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M., exclusive of a lunch
Occasionally, special arrangements may be made with the
supervisor if the situation warrants. Supervisor approval is required
if the contract day varies.
FLSA Classification: Nonexempt
Evaluation: Annually by Director of Maintenance
Physical Demands: This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not
an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the
essential functions of a specific position.
Regular Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently
required to stand, walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls;
and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The
employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or
kneel, reach above the head and reach forward. The employee continuously uses hand
strength to grasp tools and climbs on to ladders. The employee will frequently bend or twist
at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.
Occasional Requirements : The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
such as a toolbox and equipment. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 90
lbs. such as piping and valves. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables
scaffolds, and air compressors or other various items. Specific vision abilities required by
this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the
ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors and will
occasionally work outdoors. The employee will work near or with moving mechanical
equipment. The employee may occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals such as
petroleum products, degreasers, and sprays
and non-household dust. The employee may come in contact with blood and other infectious
materials. T he employee will occasionally work in unsanitary conditions such as sewers. The
employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. Frequently the
employee will work alone and occasionally will work irregular or extended hours. The noise
level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally will work in a loud area.
Hearing/Speaking Requirements: A dequate to exchange information
Ponca City Public Schools Job Description
Plumber (12 month)
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Instructs custodians and maintenance workers on proper methods of procedures and
proper use of tools in plumbing repair work as needed.
2. Examines district-owned facilities on a regular basis for purposes of preventive
maintenance.
3. Accurately estimates project costs, orders, and accounts for material and labor
relative to assignments.
4. Maintains all safety and code requirements of the State, local, and Board of Education
guidelines.
5. Performs general maintenance work inside and outside the physical plant such as
ceiling, roof, electrical, plumbing, concrete, masonry, glazing, insulation, tile and
pump, and fan repairs.
6. Performs district wide grounds maintenance work such as plowing, salting, field
marking, and maintenance of underground sprinkling systems.
7. Recommends supplies and equipment for purchase, and maintains the inventory of
district-owned hand tools, equipment, hardware, materials, and supplies.
8. May be required to be on 24-hour call.
9. To ensure continuity of services, remote work may be necessary in the event of a
health crisis or disruptive situation that requires the closing of school and/or office
buildings. An employee’s eligibility for remote work will be determined by the
superintendent of schools. Expectations and guidelines for remote work will be
distributed by the employee’s supervisor, based on his/her role and responsibilities.
10. Performs all other tasks as supervisor may assign.                                             Position Description

POSITION TITLE:  Plumber Apprentice

FLSA:                     Non Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:                                             . 

• Maintain physical competence to turn, twist and bend to complete tasks.
• Properly licensed to operate a vehicle.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 60 pounds repeatedly.
• Able to work overhead as well as on a ladder.
• Excellent communication skills.   
• Must be team oriented. 

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Supervisor - Tony Smith                    

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve-month employment (250 days) with benefits according to the Classified Agreement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

Must work with the lead plumber to:

1. Maintain the physical school plant in a condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of it may be made at all times.

2. Assume responsibility for the safe condition of pipes, drains, and plumbing fixtures in the facilities owned or operated by the district.

3. Determine which repair jobs may be performed by plumbers, custodians, and maintenance workers on the staff and which must be performed by outside contractors, and advises the Director of Support Services accordingly.

4. Instruct custodians and maintenance workers on proper methods of procedure and proper use of tools in plumbing repair work.

5. Recommend supplies and equipment for purchases, and maintains the inventory of district-owned tools equipment, and supplies.

6. Estimate costs of plumbing repair projects in terms of labor and material.

7. Examine district owned and operated facilities on a regular basis for purposes of preventive maintenance, and safety.

     

    

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: 

1. Work as needed on snow removal to get a building ready for operation, which may include early morning, late night, weekend, or holiday work.

2. Work in extreme weather conditions such as winter cold or summer heat as needed.  Takes appropriate precautions in such conditions to ensure personal safety such as wearing appropriate clothing and taking water breaks.

3. Attend meetings or work overtime as requested by supervisors or district administration.

4. Be respectful and courteous to parents, students and staff.

5. Dress and grooming should be appropriate.  Wear proper uniform and name badge.

6. Read and respond to email in a timely manner.

7. Complete all required training.

8. Perform other duties as assigned.