Plumber, Senior

Plumber, Senior

Facilities Management Services Building Maintenance - Zone 06 Location: Perimeter Campus *Location is subject to change* Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. *Shift subject to change* Salary Range: $43,100 - $51,800

These are exciting times at the Maintenance and Operations Department. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence. Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team. The Maintenance and Operations Department is seeking (1) Plumber, Senior to join the already awesome team, taking the Maintenance and Operations Department to the next level of excellence!

What Makes the Maintenance and Operations Department a Great Place?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

Here Is What You Will Do

The ideal candidate performs an advanced-level position installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems at a skilled manual work level. In addition to supporting the department, Plummer II will also:

• Repairs broken plumbing fixtures.
• Installs new fixtures.
• Install hot water systems.
• Cleans and drains obstructions in waste and sewage pipes.
• Operates pipe cutters and other plumbing equipment.
• Maintains records of completed work.
• Study building plans and working drawings to determine the sequence of installations.
• Locates and marks the position of pipes and pipe connections.
• Cuts openings in floors and walls to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings.
• Cuts, threads, and bends pipes to the required angle.
• Joins pipes by using screws, bolts, fittings, etc.
• Fills pipes with air or water and uses pressure gages to determine the location of leaks.
• Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, commodes, and water heaters.
• Replaces washers in leaky faucets.
• Repairs burst pipes and opens clogged drains.
• Install sprinklers on campus grounds.
• Serves as a lead worker on plumbing projects.
• Estimates the time frame for plumbing projects.
• Inspect completed plumbing projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $43,100 - $51,800. Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Requirements: Technical or vocational degree and two years of related experience; or a high school diploma or GED and four years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
• Preferred Hiring Qualifications: Knowledge of standard tools, methods, and practices of the plumbing trade. Knowledge of plumbing codes. Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions involved in the plumbing trade. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to read and interpret blueprints. Ability to climb steps and ladders. Ability to access confined spaces

Georgia State University Values

• Community: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university
• Identity, Placemaking & Belonging: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility
• Transformation: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place
• Integrity: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources
• Excellence: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service
• Strategic Innovation: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents

USG Core Value Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.

Background Check

Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.

Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime

Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.

Please note, Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status.