Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job posting. Springfield Public Schools is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, including candidates who may come from less traditional professional backgrounds. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications outlined in the job posting.  If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

About the District 

Springfield Public Schools is located in Springfield, Oregon, in the heart of the Willamette Valley, and serves 185 square miles of the city of Springfield and East/Central Lane County. We are directly east of Eugene, where the University of Oregon is located. We currently have about 10,000 students, 1,410 total employees (667 of whom are teachers) in our Kindergarten through Grade 12 school district. Springfield Public Schools believes student success is our most important outcome. The success of our students depends on the collective community coming together to support "Every Student, Every Day" throughout their K-12 education.

Salary and Benefits 

The hourly range for this position is $22.77 - $29.96 (Range 13 - Based on the 2024-25 OSEA Classified salary schedule)  depending on education/experience plus a generous benefit plan.

About the Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibilities. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Perform maintenance and repair work on plumbing for all District owned properties. Utilize specialized skills to ensure the upkeep and safety of District property for students, staff, and community members;
• Complete appropriate logs, forms and paperwork, as required;
• Inspect, diagnose and repair plumbing systems including, but not limited to boilers, heating systems, commercial kitchen equipment, sinks, toilets, sewers, and water supplies;
• Maintain water and drain systems to ensure proper operation;
• Perform backflow testing and necessary repairs and maintenance, as licensed;
• Maintain and repair pumps and tanks, pressure vessels, and water distribution from wells;
• Maintain and repair piping and equipment for propane, gas, diesel, and natural gas lines;
• Perform and deliver samples of all required water testing;
• Submit requests for supplies, equipment, and personnel for maintenance projects.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Certificates as determined by the District including ability to obtain a valid Wastewater System Operator T/I-D.E.Q., Backflow Assembly Test, have a current valid Oregon Driver license and pass district provided Safe Schools Training.

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED), and four years’ experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Thorough working knowledge of plumbing maintenance work, including methods, materials, and equipment used in skilled plumbing maintenance work. Previous experience working in a plumbing maintenance position preferred.

Ability to:

• Work well with others from diverse backgrounds.
• Successfully and appropriately work with students, staff, parents and community members.
• Communicate fluently; verbally and in writing in English.  
• Read professional journals, technical procedures, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, procedure manuals and governmental.
• Write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Meet timelines and work in a dynamic environment.

Other

This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job.  This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise of guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment.  The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender or sexual orientation in admission or access to the treatment of employment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law.  If you have any complaints, please contact Human Resources at (541) 726-3203.

It is our policy to provide qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with applicable law.  Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference must provide the following military documents verifying their eligibility:

Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge OR a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs indicating the applicant receives a non-service connected pension.

Disabled Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge AND a copy of the applicant’s veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (unless the information is included on the DD Form 214 or 215).

For veterans’ preference to apply, the required military documents must be submitted at the time of application submission.