Under general supervision, performs lead supervisory and skilled work in the maintenance, repair, modification and construction of supply, disposal and utility plumbing systems such as water, sewage, steam, oil, gas, air, sprinkler, boiler, well, swimming pool systems and related plumbing equipment.  The incumbent of this position is required to have a Master Plumber license from the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) and is considered a responsible representative for Prince George’s County Public Schools. Work involves participating in and assigning, directing and inspecting the efforts of crews composed of Plumber Foreman, Plumbers, Trades Helpers and Apprentices engaged in the maintenance, repair and installation of water, sewage, heating and cooling systems in the schools. Areas of work and standards to be met are the overall responsibility of the Plumber Foreman; however, the incumbent must use independent judgment in assigning, scheduling, estimating, inspecting and participating in the work of the plumbing and related trades. As the responsible representative for the public school organization, inspects all completed work that requires permits prior to the inspection by WSSC representative. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Plumber Foreman, who allows an incumbent considerable independent judgment in determining work methods. Work is reviewed through an appraisal of results obtained, considered both quantity and quality of production.    

Assists in planning, assigning and supervising the work of crews composed of Plumber Foreman, Plumbers, Trades Helpers and Apprentices in the maintenance, repair and installation of water, sewage, heating and cooling systems;

Inspects all completed work that required a permit prior to its inspection by a WSSC representative;

Supervises crews which repair and install fixtures such as lavatory facilities, drinking fountains, sprinkler systems, kitchen equipment and boilers; installs water service piping which includes the wiping and testing of joints; tap water and sewer mains and laterals and wipes and flushes joints; cuts, bends and thread pipes; repairs controls, pipes, valves and traps in the heating system;

Reviews and checks time sheets;

Assures that the costs of completed jobs are charged correctly relative to time spent, budget numbers, school numbers; prepares reports as required;

Assigns crews in response to emergency situations resulting from vandalism, fires, flooding or storms; checks on hazardous conditions and assists in enforcing safety rules and regulations;

Inventories and assigns county owned tools, trucks and equipment to plumbing crews. May be required to estimate new jobs relative to manpower, time and material required; assigns crews for the accomplishment of the tasks; inspects work in progress to assure conformance with instructions, discussing problems with crew foremen;

Acts as Plumber Foreman in his absence, performs or assists in performing the more difficult or skilled tasks; trains and instructs subordinates;

Coordinates work with private plumbing and heating contractors for jobs which cannot be done by staff;

Enters materials, labor hours, status and details of work done into online work order management system;

Fully implements the evaluation system for all Plumber Foreman, Plumbers, Trades Helpers and Apprentices; and

Performs related duties as assigned.

Comprehensive knowledge of standard tools, equipment and practices used in the plumbing trade;

Knowledge of the hazards and the necessary safety precautions of plumbing projects;

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions;

Knowledge of technology (computer and/or mobile device) to enter materials, labor hours, status and details of the work done into the online work order management system;

Possession of an appropriate and valid Maryland Motor Vehicle Operator’s License with driving record indicating five (5) or fewer current points, of which no more than three (3) shall have been accumulated as a result of traffic violations occurring while operating a Board of Education vehicle; and

Deemed as essential personnel; may be required to work day, night or weekend hours to meet the operational needs of the department.

 

High school diploma, GED or completion of standard vocational program; supervisory experience at the level of a Plumber Foreman or equivalent.

 

 

Master Plumber License. 

 

 

Supervises Plumber Foreman, Plumbers, Trades Helpers and Apprentices.

 

 

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this job, the employee must have the strength and dexterity to perform all required tasks including the ability to climb a 40' vertical ladder, work from scaffolding and a bucket truck, the ability to lift and carry a minimum of 80 lbs., work in cramped interior spaces, and the ability to do extensive walking, bending, stooping, crawling and kneeling in the course of completing daily work assignments. The employee is required to maintain sustained physical effort and some exposure to dust, dirt, chemical solutions, solvents, odors, and adverse weather conditions.




The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.




None.