General Maintenance Plumber, Maintenance & Operations Department (0701)

General Maintenance Plumber, Maintenance & Operations Department (0701)

About the Employer

MISSION

Ensure High Achievement for ALL Learners.

VISION

In a culture of high expectations and academic rigor and an environment of support, understanding, and emotional safety, all Baldwin Park Unified School District students will graduate with a valued and highly respected diploma, prepared with the relevant skills, knowledge, and personal attributes necessary for success in a university or other institution of higher education and/or any post-secondary options of their choice.

CORE VALUES -- Learning FIRST

Family: Collaboration, Community, Culture, Diversity

Integrity: Honesty, Respect, Transparency, Trustworthiness

Rigor: Achievement, Action, Risk-Taking, Solution-Driven

Service: Accountability, Advocacy, Dedication, Support

Thrive: Creativity, Passion, Positivity, Vision

Job Description / Essential Elements:

Install general plumbing systems and repair existing systems; install, maintain, and repair various types of heating units and systems; repair of replace valves, gaskets, tubing, and pipes; cut, bind fuse, and join tubing and pipes; test systems by pressure tests; test joints and install pipe for refrigeration or air conditioning systems. Install water piping; sewer mains and laterals; repair and replace pipes; valves, fittings, ball-cocks, and other fixtures. Cut and thread pipe; pack faucets; repair water supply, sewage and drainage pipes; clean out drains and remove obstructions from water and sewer systems. Install, maintain, and repair washers, dryers, water heaters, and garbage disposals; clean and adjust burners on stoves. Work from verbal instructions, blueprints, sketches, and work orders; care for plumbing tools and equipment; requisition needed supplies. Dig ditches and trenches, shoring as necessary. Assist in other maintenance areas by performing skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled duties. Plan and lay out assigned tasks; keep time, labor, and material records; prepare cost estimates. May direct the work of helpers. Maintain gas, oil, and water in assigned vehicles. Complete work orders, request forms, and other necessary paperwork as needed. **Knowledge of: Standard practices of the plumbing trade, the methods, materials and equipment used in plumbing installation, alterations and repair work. Plumbing ordinances and regulations contained in applicable building codes. Hand and machine tools used in the plumbing trade. Appropriate safety precautions and procedures. **Ability to: Use plumbing tools and equipment skillfully. Plan and lay out plumbing work. Work from sketches, diagrams, blueprints, plans, and specifications. Operate a truck and observe legal and safe driving practices. Perform or learn to perform a wide range of general maintenance and repair work. Understand and carry out oral and written documents. Work cooperatively with those contacted in the course of work. Direct the work of helpers. Work safely.

Requirements / Qualifications

The Baldwin Park Unified School District is recruiting for a General Maintenance Plumber. Under general supervision, to perform skilled plumbing work in the repair, installation, and

maintenance of plumbing fixtures, systems, lines, appliances, and equipment and to do related work as may be required.

For a full description of the duties assigned, please review the job description.

Baldwin Park Unified School District offers an exceptional benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and membership in the CalPERS retirement system).

The selection process tentatively consists of the District application review, and interviews. The Human Resources Department will contact all applicants once the selection process has been finalized. Permanent employees will be given priority consideration.

Emails will be sent to all applicants and only qualified applicants will be given interview information.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of journeyman-level plumbing experience. Completion of an approved technical or trade course in plumbing may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License; may be required to hold a Certificate of Competency to test backflow prevention devices; have an acceptable driving record and qualify for insurability.

Preference given to applicants who hold the certificate.

The following must be submitted with your online application for interview consideration:

Certification (Proof of completion of an approved technical or trade course in plumbing)

Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Letters, recent within 2 years must be dated & signed)

Resume

Comments and Other Information

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. We reserve the right to reopen, re-advertise, delay, or cancel filling this position. Priority consideration may be given to internal candidates (District employees) for interviews; however, external candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Please note that all correspondences will be via email only, including, interview date and times, exam information, delays or cancellations of recruitments, and other important information as it relates to your application and recruitment process.

Failure to provide correct contact information, including not properly filling out the sections of the application and incomplete application package will result in disqualification for this recruitment.

NOTE: A resume cannot be substituted for an online application or for any section of the online application.

To be considered for the position you must fill out the education and experience sections of the application and your education and experience must demonstrate that you meet the initial requirements for the position. You must do this within any and all portions of the application that request this information.

Any unpaid volunteer experience must be verified by a supervisory signature from the volunteer agency on official agency letterhead. Verification must specify: (1) the period of service, (2) the amount of time worked during this period, and (3) the duties and responsibilities performed by the volunteer.

The Baldwin Park Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, marital status, or religion in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. If you believe you have been discriminated against, contact Dr. William Avila, Director of Human Resources, 3699 N. Holly Ave., Baldwin Park, CA 91706; ....

Official offers of employment are made by the Baldwin Park Unified School District Human Resources Department and are made contingent upon Board approval. It is also required that a final offer of employment will only be made after the candidate has successfully been fingerprinted and clearance for employment is authorized by Human Resources. Costs for livescan services shall be borne by the candidate.

If you need assistance with the online application, please contact Alyn Vasquez, Personnel Technician, via email at ....