Plumber Apprentice Level 1

JOB TITLE: Plumber Apprentice DUTY DAYS: 240 PAY GRADE: N04-13 Primary Purpose The maintenance, repair and installation of plumbing systems Qualifications Education/Certification: - High School diploma or GED - Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and maintain insurance requirements of PISD - Must pass drug test and be part of a random drug-testing program - Must pass criminal history check - Must be willing to progress in skill level and obtain plumbing apprentice license Experience - None required, Prefer one year experience Special Knowledge/ Skills/Experience - Willing to obtain a plumbing apprentice license and progress in skill level. - General knowledge of tools used in the designated craft. - No experience required; one year preferred. Major Responsibilities And Duties - Willing to assist in general plumbing repair - Complete work orders as requested - Hand and mechanical excavation of plumbing and HVAC lines - Measure, cut, thread, and glue pipe together with supervision - Assist other technicians in department as needed - Must have a working knowledge of computer systems in regards to email, work order and time entry systems - Must be willing to respond to occasional after hour emergencies - Assist other crafts as needed - Perform other duties as assigned Equipment Used - Pipe vises and portable stands - Pipe threaders and cutters - burring reamers, pipe wrenches - flaring tools - various sealing compounds, pipe dies and taps - tube benders, impact tools - electrical power and hand tools associated with the trade - Sewer cleaning machines pro press tools - soldering torch - trash pumps Working Conditions Mental Demands Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Strenuous walking, standing, climbing, and heavy lifting, must have use of all faculties. Must be able to work from ladders