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Posted Oct 13, 2026

Maintenance Mechanic III, Plumber

Fulton County Schools · 413 Bay Street, Fairburn, GA 30213

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Summary

Diagnoses and repairs plumbing systems, installing and replacing pipes, fittings, fixtures and water heating equipment to state code. Clears drainage obstructions, assists engineers with diagnosis and leads less skilled assistants.

Summary

Performs skilled work associated with the plumbing trade

Essential Duties

  • Utilizes schematics, drawings, layouts, or other specifications to locate and diagnose trouble in the plumbing systems, assemble, install and repair pipes, fittings and fixtures of water heating per state code requirements
  • Applies Journeyman skills, experience, and general knowledge to complete the maintenance, repair and installation tasks associated with the plumbing systems including the removal of obstructions from drainage systems
  • Utilizes appropriate tools to check systems and draws upon expertise for diagnosis and emergency repairs
  • Adjusts, repairs, and replaces equipment, fixtures, and components Installs new equipment
  • Uses all shop machinery, testing equipment, tools and safety practices as appropriate for trade to complete assigned tasks
  • Assists engineers in diagnosing problems and recommending correctable action
  • Serves as leader for less skilled assistants occasionally
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Certification/Licensure

Journeyman Plumber License required
Masters Un-Restricted Plumbing license preferred
Valid Georgia Driver License required
Eligible to acquire a CDL
Must be insurable by Fulton County School insurance carriers

Experience Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of experience required; 3 years of experience in commercial plumbing preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Working knowledge of materials, methods, tools, and equipment of the plumbing trade
  • Skilled in use of hand and power tools, testing equipment and attachments related to the trade
  • Must be able to understand and follow directions both written and verbal
  • Must be able to work variable shifts

Working Conditions

  • Regular exposure to moving machinery and/or vehicles
  • Regular exposure to weather including heat, cold, dampness, and/or humidity
  • Must be able to work from tall ladders, lifts, scaffolding and/or bucket truck

Physical Demands

  • Typically requires climbing ladders; pushing and/or pulling
  • May require high degree of precision working with minimum tolerances
  • May require stooping, crawling, and bending
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds and carry for short distances

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  • LocationFulton County Schools · Fairburn, GA
  • Address413 Bay Street, Fairburn, GA 30213
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