Plumber

Requisition Number S3138 Position Number 013653 Position Classification Title Facility Maint Mech Tradesman Functional Title Plumber Position Type Staff Position Summary The primary purpose of this position is the maintenance and repair of campus plumbing systems, from the city water supply to the sewage systems. Included in this is the installation and repair of the plumbing fixtures and planned and preventive maintenance on existing water and sewage disposal systems. This position reports to the Plumbing Shop supervisor and is responsible for the maintenance of domestic water, heating equipment, and other routine maintenance as assigned by supervision. This position is a mandatory position as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy. Minimum Qualifications HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY; OR DEMONSTRATED POSSESSION OF THE COMPETENCIES NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE WORK. SOME POSITIONS MAY REQUIRE SPECIAL LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION. OPTIONAL GUIDELINES: EXPERIENCE IN THE TRADE AREA RELATED TO THE AREA OF ASSIGNMENT MAY BE SUBSTITUTED ON A YEAR-FOR-YEAR BASIS. Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates Valid driver's license Preferred Qualifications A minimum 5 years of progressive plumbing experience in an institutional or commercial environment. A plumbing license, and a back-flow certification for testing and repairing. Alternate Option If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Special Instructions to Applicants Name, Company Name, Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor. Email Address Contact Phone Number Recruitment Range $47,263 - $52,514 Key Responsibility: Safety All work to be performed in a safe manner. Observe all OSHA regulations. Follow all University rules and regulations as outlined in the Safety Policy and Procedure Manual. Report all accidents to supervisor immediately. Consult the MSDS book if in question. Attend 16 hours of training required each year. Support the safety goals each year. Key Responsibility: Preventive and Corrective Maintenance Performs scheduled PM tasks on various equipment and systems. Continually evaluates PM tasks and passes recommendations to PM Coordinator. Periodically surveys buildings to identify equipment not on PM program. Initiates corrective work orders for major repairs discovered during PMs. Accomplishes corrective work orders in response to trouble calls. Key Responsibility: Plumbing Install and repair domestic cold and hot water piping. Install and repair sewer systems. Install and repair water heaters and circulation pumps. Install and repair plumbing fixtures and water fountains. Test and Repair Back Flow Devices. Key Responsibility: Construction – In House Plumbing work in support of in-house renovation/construction projects. Submit labor and material reports to supervisor daily. Ensure sufficient materials are on hand for completion of project. Ensure assigned vehicle is available for servicing and ready for use. Perform other tasks as may be safely and legally assigned by supervisor. Key Responsibility: Administrative Maintains accurate labor and material records on all work. Submits labor and material reports to TMA work order log daily. Ensures sufficient quantities of frequently used materials are in warehouse. Ensures assigned vehicle is kept clean and available for service when required. Other Duties as assigned. Competency: Knowledge – Technical Ability to perform a variety of recurring and non-recurring tasks/functions. These tasks/functions may involve related or varying processes to test, renovate, overhaul, replace, and perform preventive maintenance on standard mechanical systems. Ability to provide technical assistance to others by troubleshooting standard facilities maintenance issues and determining their cause. Ability to mentor other technicians. Competency: Problem Solving Ability to identify facilities-related maintenance problems that require in-depth analysis, and identify options for solving those problems. Ability to solve unusual facility maintenance problems that require the application of journey level trades knowledge and determines the most effective and efficient course of action. Ability to gather and analyze/interpret information to better understand the nature of the problem. May seek input from subordinates, peers, and/or managers in the decision-making process in order to solve the problem. Ability to evaluate options and choose appropriate action by considering potential outcomes. Ability to make sure that problem is appropriately addressed. Competency: Attention to Detail Ability to ensure all work meets and/or exceeds applicable codes and standards. Ability to check and re-check work prior to, during, and after completion. Ability to ensure that all parts of a project/task are completed. Ability to use appropriate record keeping methods. Competency: Communication Ability to clarify the purpose and importance of directives, instructions, and messages; ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. Ability to seek input, listen, and check for mutual understanding; ability to ask for and provide clarification as needed. Ability to explain purpose and procedures of facilities maintenance projects in language easily understood by the customer. Competency: Safety and Health Compliance Ability to identify and resolve potential safety problems and unsafe work practices. Ability to demonstrate to employees and others, safe ways to perform job tasks or the use of equipment. Ability to inform supervisor of unusual safety concerns and make recommendations for resolution. Ability to determine appropriate protective equipment based on established standards. Ability to regularly assess site and shop operations for safety. Competency: Client/Customer Service Ability to identify options, develop solutions, and take action when responding to customer requests. Ability to satisfy individual customer requests while balancing multiple priorities. Ability to assess or check with customer to ensure solution meets request. Ability to develop effective working relationships with internal/external customers (vendors, subcontractors, etc.) that further the work unit’s goals. Ability to review customer requests and seek clarification as needed. Competency: Coordination - Work Ability to determine project/assignment by breaking them down into tasks. Ability to set objectives and prioritize activities and tasks; ability to adjust priorities when appropriate. Ability to take advantage of available resources (personnel, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently. Ability to anticipate obstacles/roadblocks and prepare alternative plans to ensure timely task accomplishment. Ability to use time effectively and not let distractions interfere with completion of the job/project. #J-18808-Ljbffr