Field Representative, Plumbing Services

JobID: 20908 Position Type: LEAD - CENTRAL OFFICE PROFESSIONAL/FIELD REP, PLUMBING (V16140) Date Posted: 3/22/2024 Location: PULASKI PARK/GENERAL MAINT.
(159063) Closing Date: 04/02/2024 BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS TITLE: Field Representative, Plumbing Services TITLE CODE: V16140 GRADE: 03/OPE - $65,179 to $102,782 (Annual Salary Scale for Exempt 12-Month Employees Represented by BCPSOPE 2023-2024 Effective July 1, 2023) REPORTS TO: Senior Operations Supervisor, Plumbing Services DEFINITION: Under general supervision, this position is responsible for establishing and implementing priorities, work schedules, and directing all facets of the plumbing services program.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Supervises assigned plumbing services personnel to ensure that established standards are met and that safety, procedural and policy guidelines are met; train employees, evaluates assigned personnel and administers discipline as necessary, documents and ensures accuracy of all information related to supervisory procedures.
Interviews and selects entry-level positions, promotional candidates and transferees.
Works to resolve conflicts prior to grievance procedures.
Meets with administrators, facilities staff, school personnel as well as with subcontractors prior to starting projects and inspects completed projects.
Generates, reviews and ensures accuracy of computer records, payroll reports, absenteeism records and other reports as necessary.
Responds to building emergencies as needed.
Reviews and approves requisitions for supplies, purchases needed items, monitors accounts and requests additional funds as needed.
Estimates time and material costs, inspects work in progress and takes/recommends any corrective action needed.
Coordinates and schedules work in order to meet deadlines.
Maintains supplies/materials and equipment inventory for the shop and warehouse.
Performs other duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training and Experience: Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent, plus five years of plumbing experience, two years of which were as a lead worker, crew chief, supervisor, or equivalent.
Note: Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.
Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid class C Maryland driver's license or an equivalent.
Master Plumber and Gas Fitter License.
Backflow Certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge, skills, and abilities in trades associated with various plumbing projects.
Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials used in plumbing repair, maintenance, and installation.
Knowledge of all related codes, safety standards and procedures.
Knowledge of facilities management.
Knowledge of personal computers and office software packages.
Skill in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and plumbing equipment.
Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, and schematics.
Skill in diagnosing and resolving problems with plumbing systems.
Skill in managing plumbing systems projects.
Skill in supervising in-house staff and contractors.
Skill in communicating effectively.
Skill in the use of database, spreadsheet, and word processing software.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: The duties of this class require travel to and the inspection of worksites throughout Baltimore County.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Persons appointed to this classification are designated as Essential Personnel and are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency.
Persons appointed to this class are subject to call to duty and may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice.
Person appointed to this position will be required to hold the Maryland or Baltimore County Master’s License for Plumbing and Gas Fitting for Baltimore County Public Schools.
Subordinate staff will operate under this licensure.
Required licenses must be maintained throughout employment in this position or any others that require them.
FLSA: Exempt Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title.
It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required.
Application Instructions Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS).
Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted.
If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references).
The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
Professional references must be submitted to complete your application.
Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors.
Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc.
will not be accepted.
Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools.
Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to.
Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
Be sure to answer all criminal background questions.
If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation.
A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS.
Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.
Pre-Employment Requirements: All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed.
The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
Non-Discrimination Statement The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).
There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students.
Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 (443-809-4360).
Contact Information Shawn Stahl Manager, Office of Staffing 6901 Charles Street, E Building Towson, Maryland 21204 Phone: 443-809-7872 Fax: 410-296-0568 Email: sstahl@bcps.
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