JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER 2026-2027 SY

WORK DAYS: 12 Months (240 days) SALARY: Classified Salary Schedule 63-6 ($57,239 - $66,157) LOCATION: Maintenance Department FLSA Status: EXEMPT NON EXEMPT X JOB DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision,maintain and provide a safe condition and operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities i.e. the flow and drainage of water, air, and other gases by assembling, installing, and repairing pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures district wide. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Ready to begin work at 7:00 am or the appointed hour. · Performs any and all assignments related to normal duties of a Journeyman Plumber · Fills out required forms and orders materials and tools necessary to perform assignments. · Fills out necessary reports to properly document all material and labor extended on each job. · Checks daily to determine that assigned vehicle is in proper mechanical condition, being certain that vehicle has gas and oil. Reports any necessary mechanical or electrical repairs to supervisor. Be responsible for the upkeep and location of all inventory (tools, equipment and materials) assigned for the execution of work. · Performs duties unassisted. · Subject to being called to work before or after normal working hours in case of an emergency situation and be willing to work in whatever capacity needed to make the schools and board property safe for students and board employees. · Adheres to all Board of Education regulations. · Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Must have completed four (4) years of apprenticeship in plumbing. Must have a valid state of Alabama Journeyman Plumbing Card. Must have at least two (2) years of experience as a Journeyman Plumber. Must have at least two (2) years of experience as a journeyman in installing all types of commercial plumbing with specific work experiences installing of repairing large institutional plumbing systems. Must have at least two (2) years of experience as a journeyman plumber in reading blueprints in the installation and repairing of all types of commercial plumbing. Be able to interpret scope of work from P & IDs and riser diagrams. Must have at least (2) years of experience as a journeyman plumber in the cleaning of sewer lines. Must have full knowledge of the operation of sewer machines. Must have at least two (2) years experience as a Journeyman Plumber in the running and soldering of copper water lines. Must have at least (2) years experience as a Journeyman Plumber in the installation and repairing all types of drainage pipes. Must have a valid Alabama’s Driver’s license. Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position. SUCH ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Completed Application (HireTrue) Resume (uploaded to application) Three (3) returned References (HireTrue) *PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6-MONTH PERIOD* PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities. REVISED June 2026 Please Note: All candidates must submit to a background check (https://fieldprintalabama.com/individuals) . Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.