Plumber Licensed

$39.41 per hour

Western Michigan University

Position Details

Posting Summary

College
VP Business And Finance-DIV

Executive Area
VP Business And Finance

Department
FacilMgmt-Maintenance Service

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S1751P

Job Type
Full Time, Regular

Pay Type
Nonexempt/Hourly

Pay Grade
ST3

Campus Location
WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus

Salary Range
$39.41 per hour plus generous benefits.

Number of Vacancies
1

General Summary

provides highly skilled craft labor, working with tools to install, repair, overhaul, replace and perform preventive maintenance for all types of water, sewer, waste and gas distribution systems.

Major Duties

Installs, repairs and maintains copper, galvanized steel, cast iron, vitreous clay, plastic (PVC) piping and PEX; sewers; drains; sinks, showers, bathtubs, lavatories, and related fixtures; control valves; gauges; water softeners; fire protection systems and sprinkler heads; and other hot and chilled water, natural gas, waste and sewer line components.
Locates and marks positions of existing pipes and pipefittings, and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors; cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipes and pipefittings; cuts and threads pipe; and bends pipe to required angles.
Installs valves, pipefittings and pipes; joins pipes and caulks joints.
Fills pipes with water or air and reads pressure gauges identify possible leakage.
Installs water heaters, water softeners, kitchen and bathroom fixtures; connects water supply; and ensures proper operation.
Removes damaged or deteriorated piping from existing water, natural gas and sewer or waste distribution systems, and installs and connects replacement piping.
Replaces washers in leaking faucets and opens clogged drains.
Removes obstructions from sewer lines and provides emergency service in response to reported gas leaks.
Provides information required to update building and systems drawings to accurately reflect current status and, as assigned, may assist in the technical training of an apprentice.
Determines inventory requirements for supplies, construction materials and replacement parts, and notifies supervisory personnel when (re)ordering is necessary.
This position performs additional duties as requested by supervisory personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and safety regulations regarding the performance of job duties, and must have sufficient writing and mathematical skills to prepare estimates and supply requisitions.
Ability to familiarize with electronic communication devices for work orders and other communication.
Ability to interpret complex blueprints, diagrams, written specifications and operating instructions.
Completion of a registered apprenticeship program, or an established, certified training program recognized by the University.
Possession of a State of Michigan Plumbing license.
Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job and use the tools of the trade.
Ability to complete a physical examination administered by the employer's designated physician.

Desired Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Bid Procedures:
All University employees represented by AFSCME Local 1668, and non-AFSCME regular and temporary University employees, who have the present ability or required qualifications to satisfactorily perform the required work, may exercise bidding privileges on this position.

Current AFSCME employees must complete the on-line WMU - AFSCME (bid) Sheet only.
Non-AFSCME University employees must submit an on-line WMU - Internal Application only.
Temporary University employees must submit an on-line WMU - Application only.

Additional Position Information

Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to:
Above is a summary of the description for the position of the Plumber Licensed. A complete description for this position may be reviewed upon request in the department of Human Resources, Room 1300, Seibert Administration Building or online at:
This is a first (1st) shift position. The regular work hours for this position are 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The regular work days are Monday through Friday, with Saturday and Sunday off.

Physical requirements and working conditions

Must wear MIOSHA approved safety shoes at all times and must wear a hard hat, gloves and safety glasses when appropriate.
Must wear a respirator when working in confined spaces and/or in areas of suspected gas leaks.
A face shield, leather vest and MIOSHA approved leather gloves are required when using welding equipment.
Other protective gear must be worn as required by MIOSHA rules.
Must wear no loose-fitting clothing which might become entangled in equipment or machinery, posing a hazard to incumbent's safety.

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