Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

Complete assigned work at the journeyman level in the repair or new installation of all plumbing in the facility and grounds.

Essential Functions

• Responds to service calls, work orders, repair broken lines and parts as needed.
• Performs preventive maintenance on pumps and lift stations.
• Repairs, installs, or adjusts life station pumps, floats and switches.
• Repairs or installs valves, faucets, water closets, urinals.
• Swears and silver solders various types of pipes and tubing.
• Installs or repairs sprinkler system.
• Sets clocks for pump and sprinkler systems.
• Unclogs drains, vents and grease traps.
• Estimates and makes out material list for various jobs.
• Cuts and threads various type pipes and tubing.
• Operates jack hammer, concrete saws, hammer drills, sewer machines and other equipment used in the plumbing field.
• Works in other areas of maintenance and overtime may be required.
• Uses effective positive interpersonal communication skills.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and professional standards.

Desired Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Four years experience at a skilled journeyman level.
• Valid Maryland driver's license required at time of employment; must obtain a Maryland Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B with passenger and air brake endorsement within one year of hire date.
• Considerable knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools and material of the plumbing trade.
• Knowledge and ability to repair or install portable water systems, underground sprinkler systems, as well as a drain waste and vent system as required. 
• Ability to repair, adjust or replace lift station pumps.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions without immediate supervision and to direct and supervise the work of a small crew of helpers.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, sketches and to prepare rough pencil sketches for new installation of water and waste lines.

• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the plumbing trade.

• Knowledge of codes and regulations with regard to sanitary plumbing systems.

Additional Details

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link:

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

This position is affiliated with Local 44 (L44) bargaining union.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.

Baltimore City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in its employment, programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact Equal Opportunity Manager, Title IX Coordinator Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX Compliance Office 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208 Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).

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Baltimore City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in its employment, programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact Equal Opportunity Manager, Title IX Coordinator Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX Compliance Office 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208 Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).

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