Plumber

The successful candidate will perform journey-level plumbing and steam fitting work in the installation, alteration and repair of pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, ventilating, heating control, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes.

Salary: $25.00/hour

Responsibilities:

• Repairs, maintains and installs plumbing fixtures and appliances such as sinks, shower baths, commodes, drinking fountains, dishwashers, valves including pneumatic controls, gas and water meters, gas hot water heaters and other gas appliances, heating systems and controls, and various steam equipment used in laundries, kitchens and cafeterias, water pumps and hydrotherapy equipment
• Troubleshoots failing equipment, requests replacement parts and performs repair
• Remove decommissioned equipment and installs new equipment
• Plans and lays out the installation, alteration and repair of high and low pressure pipe systems that carry water, steam, air or other liquids or gases
• Plans new installations, alterations to existing installations and major repairs consistent with specifications, plans and plumbing codes
• Water Softener installation and repair
• Sprinkler testing and repair.
• Photo mixing valve and equipment repair.
• Maintain Non-hazardous waste systems for proper working and disposal.
• Assist other areas of the Facilities team as needed for emergencies, projects or events as assigned by your supervisor.
• Working under the principles of Inclusivity, Mentorship and Intersections when interacting with employees, students and others.

Other:

• Maintains a safe working environment within and around their facilities and associated equipment and supplies including, but not limited to, obtaining Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information pertaining to any hazards associated with their work environment.
• Safety: Participate in safety training and comply with safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• Apprentice training in plumbing or training gained by the completion of technical courses in plumbing in a school, institute or branch of the Armed Services may be substituted for the above training and experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Working knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the plumbing and steam fitting trade.
• Working knowledge of applicable plumbing code regulations.
• Working knowledge of the mathematics of the plumbing trade.
• Working knowledge of hot water and steam heating systems and control devices.
• Ability to plan, lay out and complete plumbing and steam fitting work.
• Ability to read, interpret and work from plans, drawings and specifications.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use the tools, machines, equipment and materials of the plumbing and steam fitting trade.
• Ability to do moderately heavy lifting and to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to prioritize and communicate with multiple internal and external vendors and departments to facilitate operations.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Physical Environment: Personal Protective Equipment must be worn when required. A respiratory function test and the ability to use respirators may be required. Stairs and uneven surfaces may be present; Artificial lifts, etc. may or may not be available. The position may require the incumbent to walk outdoors in all types of weather to other buildings or offices located on the campus. The Campus is located in an area that contains numerous hills and slopes and may not always be fully accessible for mobility impaired individuals.

Alfred University actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee, student or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Protected veterans, minorities and women are encouraged to apply.