Provides installation, repair, and maintenance of various steamfitting systems, equipment, and components throughout the district. Performs work in a manner that: iensures the efficient use of district resources; promotes a positive and productive team environment; and provides safe and high-quality educational environments for students, staff and patrons of Spokane Public Schools.

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  HOURS PER DAY: 8
• YEAR ROUND POSITION (260 DAYS / 12 MONTHS)
• ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP
• Benefits-Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.
• Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.
• Most positions have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule, all in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreements as negotiated.

Responsibilities:

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  Use all hand and power tools necessary to cut, thread, weld, solder, or otherwise connect and install gas, air, and heat piping.
• Install valves, controls, traps, and components required in the installation or repair of gas, air, and heat piping.
• Install pumps, heat exchangers, hot water heating systems, and boiler piping.
• Maintain and repair piping, tanks, and pressure vessels for fuels (steam, water, air, gas) and draining systems.
• Install, service, repair, and adjust burners, pumps, ejectors, heat exchangers, and coils.
• Service, adjust, calibrate, maintain, and operate equipment needed as related to the indoor air quality equipment.
• Read and interpret plans, blueprints, and sketches.
• Construct, lay out, or plan piping assemblies.
• Construct various types of pipe joints for high or low pressure systems including threading, bracing, soldering, and welding.
• Perform all work in compliance with local, state, and federal standards, regulations, and codes.
• Maintain, operate, and repair all refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Maintain and repair pneumatic, electric, and electronic control systems.
• Maintain and repair boilers and burners.
• Observe safety rules and regulations.
• Follow district procurement card and purchasing policy.
• Ability to use computers and technology related tools and applications; use email, Microsoft Teams for work collaboration, virtual meeting platforms, cell phones and various mobile applications.
• Perform related duties as requested by supervisor.

• Demonstrated ability and aptitude to perform the responsibilities listed.
• Journeyman having completed recognized apprenticeship.
• Ability to perform all steamfitter services as described under performance responsibilities. Must have commercial journey level steamfitter service experience. Preferred institutional and large facility experience.
• Hold valid EPA certification 608, type universal.
• Valid City of Spokane Heating Mechanic II license or must be able to obtain a Heating Mechanic II license within six months of employment.
• Hold a valid 06A electrical license.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
• Demonstrated safety record and ability to work in a safe manner, following safety procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the various regulations and mechanical codes.
• Demonstrated knowledge and training with Energy Management Systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to operate and service or maintain steam and hot water boilers and their burner controls.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to operate and service or maintain air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, including chillers.
• Demonstrated ability to read and follow plans, blueprints, sketches, and/or instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to use computers and technology related tools and applications; familiarity with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook for email and Microsoft Teams for work collaboration.
• Ability to carry out directions with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to relate and work positively and effectively with a diverse group of co-workers and staff in a confidential manner.
• Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.
• Physical Requirements: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical Demands: Prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, crawling, and other physical exertion; work on ladders, scaffolding, and roofs at various heights; exposure to high noise levels from machines; work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Ability to follow directions, focus on objectives, foresee and develop solutions to work challenges, and pay close attention to detail.
• Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Capable of working off-hours for emergencies.

• Work Schedule – Days and hours (listed above) are subject to change depending on program and district needs.
• Stipends, Leave Accruals and Holidays – Stipends, leaves and paid holidays are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement (https://www.spokaneschools.org/Page/314) as negotiated.
• Benefits Highlights:
  

  • The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) Programadministers health insurance and other benefits for employees of Washington’s school districts who are in benefit eligible positions (at least half-time/20 hours per week in a regular position).
    • Multiple medical plans offered from various providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan (for example) to fit your needs for varying cost and care options. Vision and Dental plan options, as well as standard Life and AD&D insurance are offered at no cost to the employee. The SEBB program also offers additional employee paid benefits like Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA).
  • Benefit eligible Spokane Public Schools employees and their dependent family members have access to free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program.
  • School District Employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan. Employees can choose from a lifetime retirement pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan that contributes between 5% and 15% of wages to retirement. When employees meet plan requirements and retire, they are guaranteed a monthly benefit for the rest of their life from the employer-funded pension.
    • Employees can also participate in voluntary savings programs to increase retirement savings such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or by participating in a 403(b) retirement plan through the District’s plan manager, OMNI.
  • See more about employee benefits at https://www.spokaneschools.org/Page/2253
• A fingerprint background check is required for all prospective employees

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  Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator: Jodi Harmon, JodiH@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7344
• Section 504 Coordinator: Melanie Smith, MelanieSm@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7284

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  ADA Officer: Stephanie Busch, StephanieB@spokaneschools.org 509.354.5993
• Affirmative Action Officer: Jodi Harmon, JodiH@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7344
• Equal Opportunity Officer: Jodi Harmon, JodiH@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7344
• Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer: Melanie Smith, MelanieSm@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7284

Follow this link to find out about all the great benefit options you have as an employee of Spokane Public Schools: https://www.spokaneschools.org/Page/938