Lead Plumber

Cambridge School District - Cambridge, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cambridge, MA

Educational Services

About the position

The Lead Plumber is responsible for day-to-day operation and management of plumbing and gas systems at all CPSD locations. Primary responsibilities include maintenance and repair of plumbing systems; heating, operating building management systems (BMS). The Lead Plumber will respond to emergency calls, weather-related emergencies, and other situations as required to minimize service interruptions, damage to facilities, or injury to members of our community. The role also involves providing services to enhance energy conservation and reduce utility expenses.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all plumbing and heating operations at multiple school locations.
• Install, maintain and diagnose all related equipment.
• Research and recommend improvements and enhancements.
• Supervise outside vendors and contractors, ensuring contract compliance.
• Responsible for hot and cold-water distribution within buildings.
• Install, repair and maintain all plumbing and sanitary systems in buildings.
• Join tubing and/or pipes, cuts and threads pipes, solders and brazes joints.
• Maintain plumbing systems, repairs and replaces defective and leaky water and drain pipes.
• Maintain and repair boilers, furnaces, air handlers, and other plumbing controls and fixtures.
• Change filters in drinking fountains.
• Adjust, test and verify water mixing valves and correct operation.
• Clean clogs and drain line blockages.
• Check equipment for malfunctions; maintains, repairs or replaces defective equipment.
• Review and prioritize assignments, attending immediately to emergency and urgent calls.
• Promptly respond to emergencies and follow all safety guidelines.
• Supervise various licensed and skilled Trades Workers.
• Respond to all requests and complaints in a professional, courteous and timely manner.
• Order materials and supplies; work from plans and schedule tests and inspections of work.
• Evaluate and makes recommendations about improvements to services.
• Complete administrative forms and reports as needed.
• Comply with all department and CPSD policies and procedures.
• Exercise sound judgment when using equipment and chemicals.
• Operate school department vehicles in a safe and reasonable manner.
• Maintain computer and written records, utilize work order systems, and perform minor calculations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current and valid Massachusetts Master Plumbers License.
• Current and valid Massachusetts Driver's License.
• At least 5 years experience with various plumbing systems.
• 3 years of experience with computer based building management systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair and replace plumbing components and controls.
• Thorough understanding of plumbing, gas fitting and sewage systems and equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with email, online time keeping, computerized maintenance management software.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulations, building and plumbing code.
• Ability to communicate well, with strong writing and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with basic computer data programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, work order systems).
• Exposure to all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift, carry, pull, push, squat and reach.
• Ability to shovel snow and respond to emergencies in inclement weather.
• Ability to pass CORI and fingerprinting background checks.

Benefits

• Great working environment.
• Generous benefits.
• Work-life balance.