Plumber

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Installs and repairs water lines, plumbing fixtures, and circulating and condensate pumps.
• Implement protocols related to equipment operation and maintenance, as well as preventive and routine ones, while maintaining records of such work.
• Cares for the routine and preventative maintenance of all plumbing systems, valves, faucets, sinks, and water fountains in accordance with established protocols.
• Monitor the timely, accurate documentation of all operational, routine, and preventive maintenance records of work performed in-house or by outside contractors.
• Respond to all calls requesting services related to heat or plumbing issues.
• Become familiar with the Building Management System (BMS) and monitor the performance of heating plants at the location.
• Troubleshoot and maintain hot water and condensing boiler systems, steam boiler systems, and condensing and sump pumps.
• Perform emergency and routine repairs, including preventative maintenance activities.
• Exhibit a willingness to work with the Electrician, Carpenter, Custodial Supervisor and HVAC Tech at various times when required.
• Complete other duties as may be deemed necessary by the Director of Facilities that are in the best interest of the Academy's operation.

The position performs skilled plumbing work at Cushing Academy Facilities, requiring the use of judgment to estimate, plan and perform installation, maintenance and repair of hot water heating, water supply, drainage and disposal systems in accordance with regulatory codes and best practices for all school buildings.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must have extensive experience in the following areas:
• Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience.
• Qualified in the operation, maintenance and repair of plumbing and heating systems in an institutional setting.
• Demonstrated qualifications in the replacement and connection of plumbing piping.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve plumbing and heating-related issues.
• Ability to utilize the BMS System.
• Ability to work from oral and written instructions.
• Must have a current Massachusetts Plumbing License.
• Must possess a current and valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background screening check to include fingerprinting.
• Good verbal and written skills.
• Basic computer skills for communicating, entering the work order information and periodic maintenance activities.
• Ability to tactfully communicate with building principals and occupants in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Have a demonstrated ability to work as an integral part of a professional team of co-workers.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift and move a minimum of 50 and climb and work off a ladder.
• Must be able to carry loads up and down multiple flights of stairs.
• Required to work at various heights or in narrow spaces to service equipment.
• Must be able to bend, squat, lift, and turn without restrictions.
• Required to stand for prolonged periods.
• Exposure to high noise levels.
• Occasionally required to wear protective clothing.
• Occasionally required to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Must be available to respond to emergency calls after hours.
• Requires travel between building locations within the Academy.
• Availability to work occasional overtime, including weekends, as necessary.