Plumber (Maintenance)

Martin County Schools

Maintenance Department - Williamston, North Carolina This job is also posted in (NC) Martin County School District , and North Carolina School Jobs

Job Details

Job ID:

5896210

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Aug 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Martin County Schools currently has an opening for a Plumber. (

Start Date:

September 21, 2026) See the job description below for more information.

DEPARTMENT

Maintenance

GRADE:

63

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO

Director of Maintenance

SUPERVISES

None

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

12 months

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from High School or equivalency, with vocational training in plumbing and utility work

One to two years of experience in water utility maintenance

Valid North Carolina Driver License

Minimum of five years of experience in the plumbing field, or any equivalent training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is required to follow all board policies and procedures and to comply with the instructions and/or directives from his/her supervisor(s). Repairs and replaces broken water lines; un-stops sewer lines and drains; clears commode and sink drains.

Performs maintenance and installation functions associated with all water system equipment.

Measures, cuts, threads, assembles, and installs pipes and tubing.

Connects valves, caulks, joints, and tests finished job by allowing water to flow through.

Installs water, sanitary fixtures, and equipment with supports, hangers, or foundations.

Eliminates leaks by repacking valves or by replacing faulty fittings or sections in line.

Replaces worn parts and makes corrections as needed.

Replaces and repairs hot water tanks; repairs garbage disposals; repairs circulating pumps; replaces booster heaters, gas water heaters, and piping.

Repairs shower valves, shutoff valves, fountain coolers, and mixing valves.

Ensures the safe and efficient operation of fixtures, apparatus, and other elements of water distribution.

Requests, maintains, and is responsible for the inventory and accountability of material, tools, repair parts and equipment assigned and that is issued for use.

Inventories all tools and equipment yearly and submits results to Maintenance Director.

Responsible for ensuring assigned automotive equipment is operated and maintained as outlined in applicable district procedures.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

The major physical and cognitive requirements listed below are applicable to the Plumber II job classification within Martin County Schools. Work in this classification is considered heavy physical work requiring the exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Must be able to:

Walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, and crouch

Work in various inside and outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, job hazards and atmospheric conditions

Use visual acuity required for depth perception and color perception

Visually inspect small defects and/or small parts

Use a variety of measuring devices

Assemble or fabricate parts at or within arm's length

Operate machines, motor vehicles, hand tools, and job specific equipment and tools

Determine the accuracy and thoroughness of work

Observe general surroundings and activities

Hear sufficiently to accurately perceive information at normally spoken word levels

Use communication by means of spoken word to express or exchange ideas

Safely work in situations of exposure to blood borne pathogens which may require specialized personal protective equipment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors and outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work is performed in the Central Office and schools.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$3,013 to $5,537 Per Year