Plumber

Position Title:PlumberPosition Type:Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:40Categories:Staff Non-exemptJob Summary:Bucknell University is currently accepting application for a Utilities Technician I or II - Plumber. The successful candidate in this position will install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems in campus buildings. The Utilities Technician will be expected to adhere to federal standards, employee safe practices, and to follow university safety policies and procedures.Job Duties:Reporting Relationship:Reports to the Plumbing SupervisorWork Setting/Schedule:On-campusMonday – Friday, 11:00am – 7:30pmWhat You Will Do:Installs, maintains, and repairs campus underground sewage and storm water drainage systems and underground domestic water and fire prevention systems.Installs, maintains, repairs, and retrofits plumbing systems and associated fixtures and components including water closets, sinks, tubs, faucets, meters, pumps, filters, water heaters, mixing valves, and emergency showers.Installs, maintains, repairs, and modifies fire sprinkler/prevention systems to meet building needs as per The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), including sprinklers, fire pumps, and dry system compressors/valves.Installs, repairs, and maintains water treatment equipment, piping, and controls to maintain water chemistry in building closed loop hydronic systems, cooling towers, and boiler make-up systems. Performs backflow preventer testing and repair to meet regulatory requirements.Performs maintenance on campus steam and hydronic systems and associated equipment including maintaining underground and building steam, condensate, chilled water and hot water piping systems, pumps, pump motors, steam traps, humidifiers, and heat exchangers.Troubleshoots, maintains, inspects, modifies, and repairs ventilation systems, air conditioning systems, and equipment including fans and fan motors.Provides support for projects including executing system outages as required and attending project walks-throughs.Non-Essential Responsibilities: The job description's listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive, additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.What You Will Bring:Required – Plumber I2 year associates or technical degree, or a high school diploma plus 2 years of experiencePreferred, But Not Required – Plumber IVocational or technical trainingA minimum of 4 years of related plumbing experienceRequired – Plumber II2 year associates or technical degree plus 2 years of experience, or a high school diploma plus 4 years of experiencePreferred, But Not Required – Plumber IIVocational or technical trainingA minimum of 6 years of related plumbing experiencePhysical RequirementsAbility to move around the work site, including frequently required to work in crawl spaces, shafts, manholes, sewage and water line pipes, and other areas that could be claustrophobic.Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.Requires handling of objects up to 50 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.Includes potential exposure to hazardous conditions, such as proximity to machinery/tools, climbing, crawling, crouching, and exposure to chemicals.Pay RatePlumber I : $21.17 - $26.46Plumber II : $22.70 - $28.38This second-shift position is eligible for shift differential pay.Job Exempt:NoSalary Range:21.17-28.38The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy.This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.Benefits:Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):Flexible scheduling options determined by role;Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance optionsAn outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentivesA myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID cardTo learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)Inclusive Excellence:Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.E-VerifyBucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bucknell University