Job Information
Schenectady City School District Maintenance Mechanic (Plumber) in Schenectady, New York
Distinguishing Features of the Class Plumber Role:
This is skilled work involving responsibility for efficient performance of a variety of plumbing, maintenance and steam fitting tasks requiring a thorough knowledge of the trade. General supervision is received from a higher level supervisor regarding tasks to be performed with considerable leeway allowed for planning the details of each assignment. Direct supervision may be exercised over a variety of skilled and non-skilled employees. Does related work as required.
Typical Work Activities and Plumber Expectations:
Installs and repairs water service piping which includes wiping and testing joints;
Installs and repairs fixtures such as lavatory facilities, drinking fountains and sprinkler systems;
Maintains and repairs plumbing in municipal owned buildings;
Inspects installation plumbing work within the jurisdiction;
May repair and maintain water pumping stations and reservoirs;
Cuts, bends, threads and assembles pipes;
Installs and repairs pipes and valve traps in heating systems;
Maintains tools to keep them in good working order;
Clears stoppages in waste, sub soil and other drains;
Repairs and installs steam equipment;
May perform groundskeeper activities;
May perform other skilled maintenance activities;
May supervise the work of subordinates on a work project;
May operate a truck or other automotive equipment;
Performs a variety of related work as required.
Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics and Key Qualities of Plumber:
- Good knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology and accident precautions of the trade; good knowledge of local plumbing ordinances; ability to work from plans and specifications and to follow rough sketches and oral instructions; ability to lay out work for self and others; good motor and hand and eye coordination; manual dexterity; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Job Qualifications
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and either:
Completion of a trade school specializing in plumbing and two years of experience as a certified journey-level plumber OR;
Five (5) years of experience in the field of plumbing.
Application Deadline:06/30/2024
Civil Service Title: Maintenance Mechanic (Plumber)