Job Description:

DIVISION: Facilities Management

BASIC FUNCTION: Responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing used for water distribution and wastewater disposal in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Install and repair pipes that carry liquids or gases to, from, and within buildings. Install new or repaired equipment. Reports to Plumbing Supervisor. Read blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the layout of plumbing systems, water supply networks, and waste and drainage systems. Must be able to plan, install, and service plumbing systems, fixtures, piping equipment, and controls. Work in cooperation with other trades and laborers to ensure that all specifications, legislation, and policies are met including but not limited to all standards of building codes and safety. Responsible for the cleanliness and safety of equipment in designated buildings. Complete documentation, provide training and guidelines to the Plumbing Assistant Mechanic, provide backup support, and interact with various supervisors.

UNUSUAL WORK CONDITIONS:  Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.  Must be available to work during inclement weather, as well as during peak periods of required overtime, and emergency call-ins on a rotational basis. Capable of working alone and must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs with no physical restrictions.  Able to work on roofs and climb ladders.  Able to work at various heights and in all types of weather conditions.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL NEEDED: 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1.         Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems and components

• Familiarity with and ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings,

• Notifying supervisor of anything abnormal.

• Interacting with contractors as needed.

• Identify required tools and/or special equipment and the type and size of pipe required.

• Locate and mark positions for connections and fixtures.

• Install supports and hangers for pipe, fixtures and equipment.

• Assemble and install valves and fittings and replace filters as appropriate.

• Install, repair and maintain water treatment equipment, piping and controls.

• Install, repair and maintain underground storm sanitary and water piping systems.

• Install, repair, caulk and maintain sinks, tubs, showers and toilets.

• Install, repair and maintain water heaters and conditioners.

• Install, repair and maintain plumbing fixtures, appliances and trim.

• Test pipe systems and fixtures for leaks.

• Assemble pipe sections, tubing, and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing and welding equipment.

• Repair and maintain plumbing, replacing defective washers, replacing, or mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains.

2.         Maintain all building codes, installation requirements and relevant legislation

• Perform scheduled maintenance service on plumbing systems and fixtures to include seasonal maintenance of outdoor fixtures and water supply.

• Apply all codes to installations, repairs and maintenance.

• Ensure all requirements as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures are met.

• Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported and graded.

• Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance meet the requirements of the appropriate codes.

• Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance meet environmental protection requirements.

3.         To be responsible for the cleanliness and safety of equipment rooms in

            designated buildings.

4.         To complete appropriate documentation.  This involves:

• Assessing and completing requisitions on supplies needed for

                        servicing,

• Maintaining and logging accurate records on malfunctions and

Repairs

• Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work rep.

5.         To provide appropriate training and guidance to the Plumbing Assistant

            Mechanic.

6.         To provide backup support if the HVAC and Plumbing Supervisors

are absent.

7.         To interact with the HVAC and Plumbing Supervisors on major equipment problems and recommending corrective action

8.         To participate in the growth and development of the department.  This

            involves:

• Participating in regularly scheduled staff meetings and attending seminars as needed

• Promoting an image of efficiency and courtesy throughout the university community and consistent with the department’s mission

• Providing recommendations on system modifications, upgrades, policies, and procedures

9.         To promote safe and secure working conditions.  This involves:

• Promoting the proper utilization of equipment and materials

• Reporting immediately to supervisor any unsafe working conditions

10.       To perform other related duties as dictated or directed by responsibilities.

Duties may be changed and/or be added at any time.

*Disclaimer

  The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the

  general nature and level of work performed by employees within this

  classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive

  inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees

  assigned to this job.

Category:

Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate. 
 

*Disclaimer

The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

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