Master Trades Specialist (Plumber)

Miami University Alumni Association; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University Alumni Association is seeking a Master Trades Specialist (Plumber) to perform complex plumbing repair and installation across university facilities. The role requires specialized training in a skilled trade, with a 40-hour work week and first shift schedule.

You will review blueprints, estimate materials and labor, coordinate with clients and contractors, maintain tools, and ensure safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Nine months of training beyond high school in a skilled trade
• Three years of experience in plumbing or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and ability to be a qualified driver under University MVR policy
• EPA Universal Certification required for AQT positions

Responsibilities

• Reviews job orders and blueprints; inspects site; determines best method to complete project.
• Estimates materials and equipment; prepares cost estimates; arranges for materials at job site.
• Performs complex repair or installation on university facilities using plumbing expertise.
• Serves as informational resource to other staff.
• Maintains and cleans tools and equipment; keeps work area clean.
• May liaise to outside contractors and other departments; may prepare paperwork; may maintain files.

Skills

Knowledge of trade procedures

Mechanical aptitude

Read blueprints

Education

Trade school training or apprenticeship

Job description

Job Title

Master Trades Specialist (Plumber)

Department

Maintenance Group 3

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Hourly

Hourly Rate

26.4

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?

No

Job Description Summary

Performs complex repair or construction of university facilities or property which require specialized training in a skilled trade (plumbing).

Job Description

Essential Duties

• Reviews job orders and blueprints or drawings; inspects site and consults with client; determines best method to complete project.
• Estimates amount of materials and equipment needed to complete project; prepares cost estimates; arranges for materials to be at job site.
• Performs complex repair or installation on University facilities and property using expertise acquired through specialized training in a skilled trade (plumbing).
• Serve as informational resource to other staff.
• Maintains and cleans tools and equipment; maintains work area in a clean and orderly manner.
• May serve as liaison to outside contractors and other departments; may prepare some paperwork; may maintain some files.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires nine months training beyond high school in a skilled trade and three years of experience in that trade, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Requires a valid driver's licenseand the ability to be a qualified driver under the Universities MVR policy.

For AQT positions EPA Universal Certification required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the procedures and equipment of a particular skilled trade
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and/or mechanical diagrams

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work

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