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THE AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR

Plumber

CLOSING DATE:          Until Filled

REVISED:                     05/01/2025

POST:                          08/20/2026

The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is the oldest school for the deaf, founded in 1817 by Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet and Laurent Clerc. The American School for the Deaf is committed to serving deaf and hard of hearing infants, youth, and their families in development of intellect and the enhancement of quality of life utilizing specially designed instruction through an American Sign Language and English Bilingual Approach, empowering them to become educated and self-directed life-long learners.

ASD is located in West Hartford, a town recognized as one of the top ten towns for raising families. West Hartford residents value education, evidenced by the high quality of public and private schools.  There is also much to do in West Hartford.  There is a wide array of parks and recreation.  There are pools and hiking trails.  There are historic sites to visit as well.  If shopping is on the list, then Blue Back Square, located in the center of town, offers many retail stores and a variety of restaurants to satisfy everyone.

Position:                                  Plumber

Department:                           Facilities and Custodial

Supervisor:                             Facilities Manager 

Description:                            12 months – Benefits Eligible

Union Status:                          Non-Collective Bargaining

SCOPE OF DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, maintains all building equipment and related components at the American School for the Deaf in West Hartford, CT and Camp Isola Bella, in Salisbury CT. Responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance, inspection, testing, etc., on all plumbing systems and components of both locations.

SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week, Mon – Fri, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, must be available for on-call rotations, after hour emergencies and snow removal. Occasional weekends for special events. 

PRIMARY DUTIES 

• Provide corrective and preventative maintenance on all plumbing, roof, drain and storm drain systems.
• Provide corrective and preventative maintenance on fire sprinkler systems and equipment as well as domestic hot and cold water systems and equipment.
• Oversee maintenance of campus sewage systems.
• Maintain/ repair building heating, ventilation, air conditioning and kitchen equipment.
• Repair sinks, toilets, showers, pipes, drains, traps, valves, faucets, etc.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies for common repairs.
• Monitor and maintain boiler systems i.e. pumps, circulators
• Available for after-hours emergencies and assist with snow removal.
• Assist with the general operations of facilities services as assigned.
• May assist with other trades as needed and other duties as assigned.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Effectively present information to fellow employees, students, supervisors and school administrators.
• Thorough knowledge of the installation and repair of plumbing systems.
• Ability to provide corrective and preventative maintenance of work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Knowledge of the safety precautions of the plumbing trade, skill in the use of tools, materials and equipment used in the performance of plumbing work.
• Knowledge of building and facilities maintenance including HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, door hardware, Fire/Life safety protection equipment.
• Ability to estimate time and material requirements.
• Ability to work with tools and equipment safely.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions and ability to work in tight spaces.
• Ability to comprehend Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and maintain appropriate information on related materials. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess High School Diploma, or equivalent, in addition to a valid state driver’s license.  
• State of CT journeyman license D2, P2 preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience in other trades – HVAC preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• American Sign Language proficiency strongly preferred or commitment to learn.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Compensation range is based on experience and available upon request
• Outstanding benefits package including Retirement 403B with generous school matching, group health insurance, and other fringe benefits. 
• $1000 sign on bonus after one year of service, not applicable for re-hires.

ASD is ALL ways able. If you require an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources Department. 

The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, intellectual disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status) work place hazards to reproductive systems, and criminal record (in state employment and licensing).     

All applicants will be screened, and the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to interview.