Job Posting for Plumber at University of Massachusetts Medical School
Overview
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Under the general supervision of the Lead Plumber or designee, the Plumber installs, repairs, modifies and maintains plumbing systems; including: sanitary fixtures, compressed air, steam, acid waste, medical gas and gas distribution systems, and water sewage systems.
Responsibilities
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain records and pertinent data
Update preventive maintenance procedures
Ensure material and equipment requirements are available as needed to complete working an efficient manner
Install, repair, modify, and maintain hot and cold water lines, sewer pipes, traps, acid waste lines, valves, toilets, sinks, showers, and other fixtures and all fittings
Cut and thread pipe, using stocks and dies, power threading machines, wrenches, power saws, and other tools
Caulk and pack lead joints, valves and pumps using blow torches, welding equipment, chisels, and other tools
Clean and maintain acid waste neutralizing tanks, and grease traps
Install and maintain piping systems made of copper, Pyrex glass, PVC, and tin lined, etc.
Conform with codes, rules, regulations and safety standards associated with the trade
Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain all plumbing distribution systems, including high and low pressure, return systems, pumps, pressure reducers, backflow preventers, neutralizing tanks, etc., and install new equipment and services to these systems
Determine material and equipment requirements to complete work based on drawings, specifications, site examination, and oral instructions
May exercise functional supervision and instruction of others in installation and maintenance methods
While in the performance of routine duties; may be required, as needed to perform all work associated with all maintenance trades of an equal or lower graded classification; where the work or task does not require a specific license
Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Massachusetts Plumbing License
3 years of experience as a Licensed Plumber
Thorough knowledge of methods, tools, and practices used in the plumbing trade
Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions particular to the trade
Ability to travel to off-site locations
Hourly Wage Estimation for Plumber in Worcester, MA
$25.48 to $33.71
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