Maintenance Plumber (Journeyman) | Full Time

Reporting to the Plumbing Working Foreperson, the plumber performs preventive, planned and corrective maintenance, repair, installation, and inspection of plumbing systems in University-owned properties. Work scope includes licensed and unlicensed work on building fixtures, structures and site structures including field water systems, irrigation systems, underground waste, and plumbing supply infrastructure. The position supports safe and reliable operation of campus facilities through maintenance, troubleshooting, customer service, and emergency response activities.
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and test domestic hot and cold water systems, sanitary drain, waste and vent systems, drainage systems, de-mineralized water systems, backflow prevention devices, compressed air systems, gas systems, pumps, valves, and steam traps.
Transport and install water heaters, porcelain fixtures, cast iron pipe, copper pipe, plastic piping systems, and related equipment.
Maintain, service, and repair drainage systems.
Perform maintenance, repair, and testing of backflow prevention devices, pumps, and valves.
Work directly with clients to resolve plumbing issues.
Coordinate work activities with other Physical Plant trades and outside contractors.
Operate plumbing tools and equipment safely, including but not limited to threading equipment, wrenches, power and hand tools, snakes, ProPress and acetylene and oxy-acetylene torches.
Participate in overtime, emergency response, and campus emergency operations as required.
Climbing ladders, and working from platforms and heights as needed with or without accommodations.
This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, and is in the physical plant bargaining unit. Typical work hours are Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm with 1 hour lunch break.
Work may be performed indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to weather, dust, noise, chemicals, confined spaces, and mechanical equipment.
This position may be required to work frequent overtime shifts which may include returning to work between shifts, nights, holidays and weekends as directed.
This position is classified as essential personnel and as such are required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are cancelled and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.
High school diploma or equivalent.
State of Connecticut P-2 Plumbing License.
Five years of progressively responsible experience installing and maintaining building, mechanical or electrical systems in institutional and residential facilities.
Knowledge of residential and commercial building construction, applicable local, state, and national building codes, building systems, regulations, personal protective equipment, Lockout/Tagout procedures, confined space procedures, material safety data sheets; Effective communication skills and demonstrated history of satisfied customer service competencies and customer follow up.
Desktop computer skills including the fundamental use of internet, e-mail and maintenance management systems.
Connecticut P-1 Plumbing License.
Advanced experience with steam systems, compressed gas systems, and fire protection systems.
Previous contract plumbing experience.

For full consideration please apply by August 20th when first review of applications will begin.
Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.
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Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.