Plumber Master 2025-2026

Job Overview

The Plumber, Master will perform a variety of skilled, master level plumbing tasks in the installation, modification, maintenance and repair of plumbing systems in school district buildings and facilities. This incumbent will also pull plumbing and gas permits.

Position Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operational

• Perform skilled plumbing work at the master level; installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such as sinks, commodes, urinals, showers, drinking fountains, icemakers, and water heaters
• Install and test back flow preventions; maintain and repair sprinkler systems
• Cut, ream, thread, solder, glue and connect metal, copper and plastic pipes and fittings
• Replace defective fixtures, regulators, controls, traps, valves, faucets, washers and gaskets
• Install water, gas and sewer lines; test for, locate and repair leaks in water, gas and sewer lines; open clogged drains, traps and fixtures; perform tests on gas appliances
• Plan and layout work projects using arithmetical computation
  
  

Safety and Administrative

• Obtain necessary plumbing and gas permits
• Ensure that all safety precautions, regulations, and equipment are utilized properly, and that work complies with national, state, and local building codes
• Review work orders and building plans; procure materials and supplies
• Participate in work site set-up and clean-up activities to ensure a safe environment
• Keep records and prepares reports of work accomplished and materials used
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May supervise one or more employees and provide guidance and training
  
  

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred or supplemented by completion of appropriate plumbing apprenticeship training required
• Master Plumber License
• Valid Texas Drivers License
• Back-Hoe Operator License preferred (or ability to obtain once hired)
• Back-Flow Diverter Certification preferred (or ability to obtain once hired)
• Minimum of 5 years of considerable working experience as a plumber, including some commercial experience
• Ability to obtain a Reasonable Master Plumber License once hired
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Strong ability to perform master level plumbing tasks in the installation, modification, maintenance and repair of plumbing
• Ability to read and interpret plans, diagrams, schematics, and manufacturers manuals
• Ability to plan and layout work projects and estimate time/materials needed
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain good interpersonal relationships
  
  

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics and physical demands 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. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.

The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.

Additional Information

• Work requires sufficient strength, agility, dexterity, and hand-eye-foot coordination to perform all essential tasks, including operating and using all tools and equipment, lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds, walking, reaching in front of body and overhead while holding heavy objects, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time, climbing and working from ladders, scaffolds, and lifts up to 40 feet high. Work is performed both inside and outside school district building and facilities, and often requires working unusual hours or evening shifts. May be designated to 24 hour on-call. Employee is exposed to a wide range of climatic conditions, dust, flammable or toxic chemicals, explosive gases, scalding liquids, and loud noise levels. Employee is also exposed to physical hazards when operating tools and equipment and working in high places or cramped spaces. Employee is required to wear and use safety clothing and equipment and to comply with safety policies and procedures.
  
  

Primary Location

TEXAS-STAFFORD

Work Locations

POLICE FACILITIES & CONSTRUCT

Job

Staff

Organization

DEPARTMENT

Position Calendar

260JUL

School Year

2025-2026

Salary Grade

608

Unposting Date

Jan 28, 2026, 11:59:00 PM