Plumber

Georgetown University; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University’s Facilities Management is seeking a Plumber to maintain and repair plumbing, heating and hot water systems across campus. The role requires performing standard trades work and responding to service calls to keep university buildings safe and functional.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, 4–5 years of relevant experience, a Journeyman card and a valid driver's license, and will work on-campus in a full-time 40-hour position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Four to five years of related experience in the trade or equivalent training.
• Journeyman card required.
• Valid operator’s license required.
• Completion of apprenticeship or equivalent training in plumbing trade.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all standard plumbing, heating, and hot water systems (including low, medium and high pressure steam lines) work.
• Perform journey level maintenance and repairs in accordance with industry/trade practices.
• Work in zones areas to assist zones and other assigned areas and provide daily maintenance support to building users, including responses to calls for service, scheduled preventative maintenance inspections, and similar service.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and unscheduled or special work such as overhauls, replacements of all types of pumps, valves and piping systems replacements.
• Manage surveys projects, being on on-call status 24 hours a day to respond to emergency calls.
• Use all standard tools, equipment, materials, and supplies of the trade and observe all safety rules, regulations, and precautions in performing their duties.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman card

Valid operator's license

Completion of apprenticeship or equivalent training in plumbing

Job description

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Position: # P104584

• Full-time: 40 hours
• Pay: $35.30
• Location: 37th & O St NW Washington, DC 20057

The Plumber performs building trades work in maintaining plumbing and heating, and hot water systems, as well as installs new plumbing and heating fixtures and related components as part of the services provided by the Facilities Management area to maintain University buildings. Services include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee all standard plumbing, heating, and hot water systems (including low, medium and high pressure steam lines) work.
• Perform journey level maintenance and repairs in accordance with industry/trade practices.
• Work in zones areas to assist zones and other assigned areas and provide daily maintenance support to building users, including responses to calls for service, scheduled preventative maintenance inspections, and similar service.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and unscheduled or special work such as overhauls, replacements of all types of pumps, valves (water and steam) and piping systems replacements.
• Manage surveys projects, being on on-call status 24 hours a day to respond to emergency calls.
• Use all standard tools, equipment, materials, and supplies of the trade and observe all safety rules, regulations, and precautions in performing their duties.

Work Interactions

This position reports directly to the Mechanical Shop Supervisor along with other plumbers, HVAC mechanics and trades helpers. The work of the incumbents provides a direct service to the department to ensure a comfortable, safe and clean environment in which the University community can live, learn and work.

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Four to five years of related experience in the trade; or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Technical Qualifications or Specialized Certifications

• Must have a Journeyman card
• Must have a valid operator’s license
• Requires completion of apprenticeship or equivalent training in the plumbing trade

_This position may require the incumbent to operate University commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10K+ (e.g., tow trucks, box trucks, trash trucks, buses, lifts, etc.). As such, the incumbent must possess a medical card and/or certificate issued by the Department of Transportation (DOT), which is issued by a licensed “medical examiner,” after completion of a DOT physical examination as defined in GU Vehicle Policy1017 and DOT Regulations 391.11 (4) – Medical Card/Certificate and 390.5 (1) – Commercial Motor Vehicles (10K+) Definitions (http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov).

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

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EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

• Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options.
• You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.