Plumber

Job Title: Plumber Full- or Part-Time: Full time Exempt or Non-Exempt: No Hourly Rate: 25.90 USD Hourly Department: Campus Facilities-Maintenance (PM) (Mark Engelhart Job Description: Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm Workdays: Monday - Friday Hourly wage: $26.40 to $31.50 per hour based on the Support Staff Association Contract JOB SUMMARY: To operate, maintain, repair and install water distribution piping, plumbing fixtures, fire sprinklers, sanitary and irrigation systems, steam and condensate systems, and swimming pool components following recognized procedures and techniques of the trade of plumber, and provide general maintenance services

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Maintain, repair, and install water and sewer distribution systems; may include distribution and branch feeders, swimming pool systems operation and maintenance, plumbing fixtures, control devices, and pumps. * Maintain, repair, and install basic distribution and irrigation systems; may include fire sprinklers, sanitary sewer, and plumbing fixtures. * Analyze malfunctioning of plumbing equipment and systems using tools and instruments of the trade, drawings, and visual inspection. * Perform preventative maintenance of plumbing equipment; may include alarm tests and documentation.

• Order needed parts and materials.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, sketches, technical

manuals, and job specifications.

• Replace and/or install piping, valves, controls, pumps, and motors.
• Assist others as assigned.
• Perform general maintenance duties as assigned.
• Conduct rounds inspections and emergency service calls on campus.
• Estimate time and repair costs.
• Complete daily log sheet.
• Repair and/or build cabinets, benches, planters, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned: May assist in other operations &

maintenance for University grounds and property, including buildings, walks, roadways, and equipment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Assignments and administrative supervision are received from the Assistant Vice President and/or his designee(s).

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

May be responsible for student employees assigned to them.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• State of Michigan Journeyman Plumbers License required.
• Must either have a current ASSE backflow prevention certification or obtain

certification within the 12-month probationary period of employment.

• Required to obtain swimming pool operator certification.
• Four years of job-related experience as a licensed plumber.
• Valid Michigan Driver's License.
• Knowledge of plumbing, maintenance, electrical, and carpentry equipment,

tools, materials, systems, and work methods. * Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and instructional manuals. * Must demonstrate the highest standards of work performance; including but not limited to, attendance, attitude & quality workmanship. * Essential for successfully fulfilling the minimum job qualifications is demonstrable exemplary customer service orientation/attitude. * Ability to effectively communicate with others and maintain good working relations with supervisors, co-workers, and the University community. * Ability to work alone or as member of a team, perform job duties within scheduled time limits, and adapt to rounds and emergency scheduling. * Ability to compile, maintain, and process reports and records using handheld PDA’s and/or other data/record keeping equipment. * Ability to follow and apply both routine and specific plumbing system safety procedures. * Ability to begin and follow through with the task(s) or plan identified in the job description, and to take the first step in performance of those duties and responsibilities.

• Reporting of facilities or grounds maintenance needs which are observed.
• Ability to exercise appropriate judgment, based on specific situation.
• Ability to physically lift, carry, push, and/or pull plumbing and maintenance

tools, equipment, supplies, may include ladders, piping, tools, etc. * Ability to physically stand, walk, climb, maintain one’s balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and handle while performing job duties. * Ability to pass job-related physical examination, skill test, and/or State/Federal mandated training, licensing, and/or certification requirements, within a reasonable period of time. * Ability to begin and follow through with the task(s) or plan identified in the job description, and to take the first step in performance of those duties and responsibilities, including reporting of facilities or grounds maintenance needs; on one's own, without prompting or direction from others.

• Ability to pass a series of standardized job-related tests.
• Ability to physically and mentally perform the essential functions of the

position with or without accommodation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Masters license preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Subject to indoor and outdoor environmental changes.
• Subject to potential hazards such as pressurized systems, electrical

currents, moving parts, high places, and power tools. The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job, and shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty. About SVSU: Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. For eight consecutive years, SVSU has been recognized as a “Great College to Work For” (2016-2023). SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation. SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels. More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2023). SVSU fields 19 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, [