Plumber

PlumberThe University of Virginia, Facilities Management, is seeking a Plumber in the West Grounds Zone, which supports Facilities Management's goal of providing consistent, cost-effective, reliable maintenance to the University community. Facilities Management supports the University of Virginia's wide range of research, academic and patient care programs. With over 1,200 employees dedicated to excellence, Facilities Management is responsible for the day-to-day operation, repair, and maintenance of UVA's buildings, infrastructure, and grounds as well as other University-owned and leased properties.Why Join UVA Facilities Management:Year-round stability: full-time, local work with no travel or seasonal layoffsProfessional development: support for licensure, continuing education, and advancement through UVA training and apprenticeship programsStrong community: a collaborative, service-oriented team that values craftsmanship, communication, and safetyGreat benefits: health, dental, retirement, and educational benefits for you and/or your familyMeaningful work: every task directly supports students, faculty, and staff across UVA's residential communityPosition Summary: Plumbers perform journey level installation, repair, and maintenance on a variety of plumbing equipment, which could include pumps, compressors, heating systems, air lines, sewer lines, and sprinkler systems. They receive only general supervision and instruction from senior or supervisor, and are responsible for independently installing, repairing, and replacing plumbing equipment. They provide technical guidance to assistants and apprentices. Duties Include:Replace and install plumbing and mechanical components.Perform preventative maintenance on all plumbing systems and update or repair the systems when necessary.Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and procedures, such as OSHA, BOCA, federal, state, and local regulations, and applicable building codes.Respond to requests from the University community and address plumbing problems quickly and professionally.Inform customers of job status, reasons for and duration of expected delays, as well as refer customers to the supervisor when appropriate.Ensure that all safety and personal protective equipment are used.Perform miscellaneous duties such as snow and ice removal and special events setups, as assigned by the supervisor.In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.Required Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalentA minimum of four [4] years of experience in the plumbing trade.Journeyman or higher plumbing license.Preferred Qualifications:Licensed with Backflow Certification.Compensation: The Anticipated Hiring Range for this position is $24.50 - $29.00 per hour ($49,920 - $60,320 Annually). This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. Employee benefits package highlights include:22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service LeaveHealth plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needsRetirement through the Virginia Retirement SystemTuition and professional development benefitsEmployee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/yearTo Apply: Apply online, search for requisition R0085648. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials:ResumeApplications that do not contain all required documents or partial applications will not receive full consideration. This position will remain open until filled. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter at View email address on click.appcast.io. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.