Mechanic (Multi-Craft) - Enterprise Physical Operations (Danforth)

Washington University in St. Louis; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Mechanic specializing in plumbing to maintain, repair, and install a wide range of plumbing systems across campus. You will work with a team of multi-craft technicians, handle emergencies, and service facilities for students, faculty, and staff.

The role requires apprenticeship or trade training, a MO Class E or IL Class D license, and a valid driving record. Salary is in line with the local union contract; benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Education: Vocational diploma or trade certification required.
• Work Experience: 5 years in a craft or multi-craft position.
• Driver's License: MO Class E or IL Class D with clean record.
• Must complete an approved apprenticeship or two-year trade program.
• MO Class E license must be obtained by end of probation period.

Responsibilities

• Safely maintains, repairs, and installs plumbing systems and infrastructure.
• Responds to work orders and prioritizes requests.
• Reads drawings and specifications; follows plumbing codes and manufacturer instructions.
• Performs preventative maintenance based on facility needs.
• Assists with pipefitting and related duties as assigned.

Skills

Commercial Plumbing

Pipe Fittings

Piping Systems

Plumbing Maintenance

Blueprinting

Communication

Mechanical Aptitude

Physical Abilities

Attendant Management

Education

Vocational Diploma or Trade Certification

Job description

Location ST. LOUIS, MO 63130 Scheduled Hours 40

Position Summary With direction from the Zone Manager and Working Supervisor, the Mechanic works with a team of multi-craft mechanics to perform routine and emergency plumbing maintenance tasks for campus facilities. Typical craft-specific work includes but is not limited to the maintenance, installation, repair and inspection of plumbing and piping systems, equipment and fixtures. Additionally, the Mechanic works closely with internal customers including students, faculty and staff to resolve requested maintenance issues and work orders. Multi-craft maintenance activities may also include pipefitting, and other duties as assigned. This Mechanic position is a member of the collective bargaining unit, Local #148 International Union of Operating Engineers, AFL-CIO and is classified as a multi-craft role.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Safely maintains, repairs, and installs a variety of plumbing systems and infrastructure systems such as domestic water systems, storm and sanitary drain systems, hot/chilled water systems, sewage lift stations, sump pump systems, grease/chemical traps, water softeners, water heaters, including valves, fittings, and plumbing fixtures such as toilets, sinks, and drinking fountains. Troubleshoots leaks in supply and drain lines, with cabling as needed. Installs and maintains natural gas piping. Responds to and prioritizes work orders and other requests in a timely, efficient, competent, knowledgeable and friendly manner, providing excellent customer service. Identifies equipment and tools needed to complete work and places orders. Performs preventative maintenance based on the building and utility infrastructure needs. Understands and implements the plumbing code and reads construction drawings, construction specifications, and manufacturer’s instructions. Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions: Must be willing to provide one's own hand tools; be available for emergencies after normal work hours.

Physical Effort

Capable of doing extensive walking, climbing stairs/ladders, lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. and other similar physical activity. Typically standing or walking. Typically running or climbing. Typically bending, crouching, stooping. Using tools requiring high dexterity. Frequent lifting 25 lbs. or more.

Equipment

Simple hand tools.

Required Qualifications

Education: Vocational Diploma - Specific Trade Or Career Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: Working In A Particular Craft Or Multi-Craft Position (5 Years).

Driver's License: A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.

Must have successfully completed a recognized craft apprenticeship program, a technical school training program (such as a Ranken Technical College two-year certification program) or other equivalent training program. Must be able to obtain a Missouri Class E Driver’s License by the end of the probationary period and cannot drive University owned vehicles until Class E Driver’s License is obtained.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Attendance Management, Blueprints, Commercial Plumbing, Communication, Customer-Oriented, Mechanical Aptitude, Physical Abilities, Pipe Fittings, Piping, Piping Systems, Plumbing, Plumbing Codes, Plumbing Drawings, Plumbing Fitting, Plumbing Maintenance, Plumbing Systems.

Salary Range

Grade UF01 Salary Range $40.63. The salary rate for this position is determined by the current union contract. Please note that there may be salary differentials for working second or third shifts.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.

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