Job Description:

Employment Type:

Full-time (40 hours per week)

Base Hourly:

$24.97

Class/Calendar:

B25, 12 months

Benefits:

Vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New Hire Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

To repair, maintain and install water heating and conditioning systems and related equipment and fixtures in order to provide comfort and safety within facilities; to ensure adequate materials are available for timely completion of job functions; to test water to maintain proper mineral balances; and to respond to emergency situations to preserve property and public safety.

Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, drug and alcohol testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work in Maintenance.  Any applicants having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Repair, maintain and install water heating and conditioning systems and related equipment and fixtures to provide comfort and safety with facilities
• Maintain district steam boilers in excellent working condition for the cafeterias at all times
• Maintain all hot water heaters (gas and electric), boilers for domestic use, water heating systems and swimming pool boilers
• Maintain all gas-fired equipment (operational and educational)
• Perform all types of repairs and maintenance on heating systems, boilers, piping systems, controls, blowers, heat exchangers, etc.
• Maintain accurate records on all equipment, repairs and/or replacement
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Keep district vehicle and equipment neat and well-maintained
• Cooperatively assist other tradesmen as needed
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools 

Required Qualifications: 

• High School education or equivalent
• Valid Arizona driver’s license
• Minimum two years of steamfitter experience 

Skills & Competencies:

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Working knowledge of tools, materials, methods and safe working practices of the trade 
• Working knowledge of ASME boiler codes, electric and electronic heater and boiler codes required and water climate treatment helpful
• Ability to read, understand, interpret and work from blueprints
• Ability to perform all types of repairs and maintenance on heating systems, boilers, piping systems, controls, blowers, heat exchangers, etc.
• Ability to work alone when necessary; to lift and/or to move up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and to establish and to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships
• Ability to work overtime and to change schedules with minimal notice; willingness to work non-regular hours (weekends, night shift, swing shift, holidays) 

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Steamfitters often work inside school buildings (boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, classrooms, etc.) but may also need to work outside when dealing with underground piping or rooftop systems
• Work typically takes place during off-peak school hours (early mornings, evenings, weekends, or school breaks) to minimize disruption
• Some environments may be extremely hot (boiler rooms) or cold (during winter maintenance), or require work in cramped or awkward spaces (crawlspaces, ceiling access, etc.)
• The job may involve exposure to hot steam, sharp tools, hazardous chemicals, or pressurized systems, necessitating safety precautions
• Must be able to lift heavy pipes, valves, and equipment (often 50+ lbs.), and work for extended periods on your feet