Overview
The Plumber is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing plumbing systems and related equipment throughout school buildings and grounds. This position supports preventative maintenance programs, responds to service requests, and ensures compliance with all applicable safety and plumbing codes.
Benefit Information:
ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit Recruiting Flyer - Frontline
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plumbing systems, fixtures, and equipment.
- Diagnose plumbing issues including leaks, clogs, water pressure problems, and drainage failures.
- Repair and replace pipes, valves, faucets, sinks, toilets, water heaters, backflow preventers, and other plumbing components.
- Perform preventative maintenance on plumbing infrastructure and related systems.
- Inspect plumbing systems and identify potential deficiencies or safety concerns.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, specifications, and work orders.
- Respond promptly to emergency plumbing situations to minimize disruptions to educational operations.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building and plumbing codes.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspections, and service documentation.
- Collaborate with maintenance staff, contractors, and facility management teams.
- Support campus events and operations requiring plumbing services.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and inventory of plumbing supplies.
- Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Journeyman Plumber License preferred; equivalent experience may be considered based on local requirements.
- Minimum of 3 years of commercial, institutional, healthcare, educational, or industrial plumbing experience preferred.
- Knowledge of plumbing systems, piping materials, fixtures, pumps, valves, and drainage systems.
- Experience reading technical drawings and specifications.
- Ability to diagnose and repair plumbing issues independently.
- Familiarity with applicable plumbing codes and regulations.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to successfully pass background screenings as required for educational facilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in K-12 schools, colleges, universities, or other institutional environments.
- Backflow Prevention Certification.
- Knowledge of building automation, water conservation systems, and preventive maintenance programs.
- Experience utilizing computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Ability to climb ladders, work from elevated surfaces, crouch, crawl, kneel, and work in confined spaces.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
