Plumber

Plumber

Sweet Briar is a liberal arts college for women with a long history of forging female leaders. After a near closure in 2015, the College was saved by its alumnae and underwent dramatic transformation. Today Sweet Briar College is repeatedly named by the US News and World Report as one of the most innovative liberal arts colleges in the nation. Sweet Briar College is financially stable and actively growing again, attracting students who are drawn to it for its excellent liberal arts program, coupled with distinctive programs in women leadership, engineering, sustainability, arts and its legendary equestrian program.

Located in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains approximately 12 miles north of Lynchburg and 54 miles south of Charlottesville. Its campus is one of the nation’s most spectacular, replete with nature sanctuaries, lakes, forests, trails, and most recently, vineyards, apiary and greenhouses.

The College boasts a modern core curriculum focused on women's leadership in the 21st century and undergraduate programs in the arts, sciences and humanities, as well as a Master of Arts in Teaching. It is one of only two women’s colleges in the United States with an ABET-accredited engineering degree. The women’s leadership core curriculum is innovative and energizing. When students graduate, they are persuasive communicators who know how to think on their feet and bring people together. No matter what they study or where they go, Sweet Briar women are prepared to lead. The campus community is a family of faculty, staff, coaches, and alumnae who support and encourage students and each other. With an average class size of eight students, students lead research, ask questions and forge supportive relationships with faculty that can last for decades.

Job Title: Plumber

Classification:

Reports To: Power Plant Supervisor

Job Summary/Objective: Independently perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and/or upgrading, and testing of all water and gas distribution and waste water systems, equipment and fixtures, ensuring timely completion of work in accordance with accessibility, health, safety, and plumbing codes and trade standards, ensuring availability and proper maintenance of all tools and materials needed for accomplishing the job.

Position Type/Expected Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm; On-call work and some weekend work will be required

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assemble, install, maintain, and pressure test all pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, drainage, sprinkler, and gas systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
• Determine sources of plumbing malfunctions and complete repairs as indicated or according to work orders.
• Install and repair pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment, including sinks, commodes, water heaters, water softeners, etc.
• Repair dishwashers and kitchen equipment that incorporate gas or water consumption.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
• Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
• Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed. Safety
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Other duties could include working in other areas of the maintenance department to provide support during absences or shortage of staff in other trades or to perform duties associated with light construction projects.
• Requires flexibility and understanding that all maintenance staff may be required to perform duties outside their normal area of expertise to meet the mission and goals

Required Qualifications:

• Education/Certification:
• Journeyman plumber license.
• Valid driver’s license Special.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques.
• Knowledge of plumbing codes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED, completion of an approved plumbing/mechanical apprenticeship program/experience.
• Experience in a commercial, industrial, or facilities operations setting
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must have basic knowledge/ ability to learn computer operation for use on our Work Order system

Preferred Qualifications:

• Journeyman Plumbers License

Work Environment: Both indoor and outdoor environments in varying types of weather

Physical Demands:

• Ability to navigate large, rural campus
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.
• Ability to work from a ladder
• Extended periods of sitting/ standing required

Travel: N/A

Deadline for Submission: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

How to Apply: If applying for a faculty or staff position, please ensure you have attached a cover letter, résumé and three professional references to your online application, and that you have fully completed the online applicant profile information.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Sweet Briar College is committed to enhancing our community and encourages applications from qualified individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences and ideas who would increase the diversity of the College.