Job description

Plumbing/Boiler Apprentice

FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE

Performs and/or assists in a variety of reasonably skilled and difficult Plumbing/Boiler mechanical and technical work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform apprentice-level and semi-skilled Plumbing/Boiler work in installation, maintenance and repair of boilers, pumps, domestic hot water, food service equipment, plumbing systems, sewer pumps, green houses and other associated equipment and control systems. The employee will serve on a team or may assist other skilled mechanics. Work is performed in varying weather and working at varying heights requiring the use of ladders and under established and enforced safety conditions. All work is reviewed by Plumbing/Boiler Supervision and Management in progress and upon completion for adherence to established maintenance and repair standards.

As well as the above referenced work product some scope of work will include:

• Assist in installation of a variety of boilers and plumbing fixtures and systems.
• Repair: boilers, burners, plumbing systems, gas piping, air piping, appliances heating systems and other responsibilities of the department.
• Assist with keeping truck stocked with necessary parts and materials.
• Thread and solder pipe.
• Participate in, and inventory parts, supplies, and tools on service truck.
• Pick up parts and supplies from vendors keeping accurate receipts and records on every purchase.
• Operate computerized scheduling and troubleshooting heating and cooling control system.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Strict adherence to OSHA safety standards at all times.
• Adherence to attendance policies.
• Attendance to training sessions on new technology as it becomes available.
• Assist the Department in snow removal duties as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions in work area.
• General knowledge of the principles and techniques of the Plumbing/Boiler trade.
• General knowledge of methods, tools, parts, and equipment used in Plumbing/Boiler trade.
• General knowledge of diagnostic troubleshooting of Plumbing/Boiler equipment.
• General knowledge of diagnostic troubleshooting of electrical components.
• Ability to detect by inspection broken or worn parts.
• Ability to understand and accurately follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret service manuals and schematics drawings.
• Ability to operate vehicles safely.
• Ability to maintain accurately routine records.
• Ability to exercise strength and agility necessary to perform job tasks.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and school personnel.
• Ability to work overtime on short notice, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to maintain a computerized work order system that tracts time and materials.
• General knowledge of computers.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum: High School Diploma/GED
• Desirable: Applicable Technical Trade Diploma AND one year trade work experience.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a drug test.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Pay Grade: Skill & Trade LC - $2,739.00 Minimum Monthly Salary - Full Time Position

In compliance with Federal Law, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $2,739.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Winston-Salem, NC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

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