Lead Plumber Facilities Management and Development

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Manager for Mechanical Trades the Lead Plumber may work independently or lead small work groups. When leading these small groups devises and/or revises ways of doing work assigned. The incumbent recommends alternative materials or methods for accomplishing work when applicable; insures successful completion of job; insures that safety regulations are Supervising Plumbers absence the lead takes leadership responsibility for entire shop; determines priorities issues work orders schedules work and coordinates work with other shops and clients communicates with management and participates in continuous improvement programs.

Department Summary

Facilities Management and Development (FMD) a unit within the Administration and Finance Division (AFD) is responsible for the planning design construction operations maintenance and repair of university facilities grounds and infrastructure. FMD consists of four critical and interdependent support departments including Customer & Business Services; Energy Utilities & Sustainability; Facilities Planning & Capital Projects; and Facilities support of the Cal Poly mission the FMD department is committed to sustainability responsible stewardship of natural resources and promoting an inclusive culture that values individual and organizational integrity civility equity and diversity.

Key Qualifications

• Lays out directs and assists with the full range of plumbing work outlined above; leads instructs and works with a small group or crew of Plumbers and assistants; instructs others in safety rules and ensures they are observed; selects and prepares lists of materials for jobs; maintains stock and materials in the warehouse; draws diagrams and sketches of work to be performed; may assist in the design of plumbing systems; leads the Plumbing Shop in the Supervisors absence. On specific projects may coordinate the work of other skilled crafts workers.
• Researching reported problems. Keeping customers informed of the status of work in their area. Checking on customer satisfaction and researching areas which could be improved. Give updates on work in progress discuss problem areas and solutions and receive direction concerning shop activities. Being updated on upcoming events policy changes and long-range goals while reviewing their work assignments and performance
• Responsible for the full range of skilled plumbing work including the installation maintenance inspection modification remodel and repair of mechanical plumbing equipment and fixtures for water gas oil steam sewage fire sprinkler/prevention and refrigeration-related plumbing systems including automated plumbing systems.

Education and Experience

Any combination of progressively responsible training and experience which demonstrates achievement of journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of a standard plumbers apprenticeship program AND two or more years of experience as a journey-level plumber.

Licenses Certifications Credentials:

• Possession of a valid drivers license or the ability to obtain by date of hire. This position may require the ability to obtain AHERA Supervisor certification for asbestos related work and Cal/OSHA Lead training as well as the ability to wear respiratory protection. A Cal/OSHA mandated medical evaluation is required prior to the use of a respirator.

Salary and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Range:$90612 - $104088 per year

Classification Range: $80460 - $117216 per year

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience skills knowledge abilities education licensure and certifications and other business and organizational needs. The Anticipated Hiring Range referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Classification Range may be broader than what the University anticipates paying for this position based on internal equity budget and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program including health dental and vision insurance retirement participation in the Public Employees Retirement System and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

Cal Poly

Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo California and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering agriculture science business humanities and the built environment. Cal Polys hands-on philosophy small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities California and the world. For more information visit .

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Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

This position is open and available to all regardless of race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act the California Equity in Higher Education Act Californias Proposition 209 (Art. I Section 31 of the California Constitution) other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws and CSUs Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment segregation based on race or any other protected status and all forms of discrimination harassment and retaliation in all university programs policies and practices.

Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives beliefs and identities committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue mutual respect and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs student organizations and activities faculty initiatives and community partnerships we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development faculty and staff training student mentorship and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly excellence is built on merit talent diversity accessibility and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Cal Poly will make a conditional offer of employment which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSUemployee who was conditionally offered the position.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Cal Poly is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Applicants for staff and management positions must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicants current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.