Plumber

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Vincennes (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Retirement savings options

Educational support benefit

Life Insurance

Holiday and time off benefits

Job summary

Vincennes University is seeking a Plumber to install, repair, and maintain piping, fixtures, and plumbing systems on the main campus and at remote sites as needed. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and at least 2 years of plumbing experience.

Journeyman’s license is preferred, along with safety awareness and the ability to work at heights. Position involves weekend/holiday pager calls, and collaboration with Physical Plant personnel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, with a clean driving record, minimum 2 years experience in the plumbing field.

Responsibilities

• Installation of new equipment and fixtures, plumbing, pipe-fitting.
• Repair and replacement of pumps, air compressors, steam-hotwater and gas heaters, coils, etc.
• Maintenance and repair of steam lines, swimming pool equipment, irrigation systems, boilers, water softeners, cooling towers, etc.
• Repair and/or replacement of all plumbing fixtures including toilets, urinals, sinks, faucets, water lines, sewer lines, and valves.
• Responds to calls/pages on weekends, holidays, and after hours.
• Works independently and with other Physical Plant personnel installing and maintaining equipment.
• Helps with all University events.
• Other duties, within the Physical Plant as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Plumber

Expected Hours of Work/Shifts Available: Monday thru Friday;7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Position Summary:

The Plumbing Maintenance Associate is responsible for installing,repairing and maintaining pipes, fixtures and other plumbing usedfor water distribution and waste water disposal on the main campusand at remote locations as needed.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or G.E.D., valid driver’s license, with a cleandriving record, minimum 2 years experience in the plumbingfield.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communications - Must have excellent verbal communicationskills and be able to work independently and with other PhysicalPlant personnel.

Job Responsibilities:

• Installation of new equipment and fixtures, plumbing,pipe-fitting

• Repair and replacement of pumps, air compressors, steam-hotwater and gas heaters, coils, etc

• Maintenance and repair of steam lines, swimming pool equipment,irrigation systems, boilers, water softeners, cooling towers,etc.

• Repair and/or replacement of all plumbing fixtures including:toilets, urinals, sinks, faucets, water lines, sewer lines, andvalves.

• Responds to calls/pages on weekends, holidays, and afterhours.

• Works independently and with other Physical Plant personnelinstalling and maintaining equipment.

• Helps with all University events.

• Other duties, within the Physical Plant as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Journeyman’s license preferred

• Interpret and work from sketches, drawings, and blueprints;interpret schematics and follow both verbal and writteninstructions.

• Understand and follow all safety procedures and use of safetyequipment relative to lockout/tagout, confined space, scaffolds,etc.

• Maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers,faculty and staff, students, contractors, and the generalpublic.

• Experienced and comfortable working in heights, on scaffolding,ladders, roof tops, and lifts.

• With appropriate training, ability to work in confinedspaces.

• Able to respond to emergency situations and will be required toperform building checks during weekends/holidays on a rotationbasis, and carrying/responding to pager calls.

• Skilled in safe operation and use of tools, chemicals,materials, and equipment of the Plumbing trade.

• Provide instruction to assistants and assist with training ofnew co-workers.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Standing, bending, climbing, carrying, reaching, handling, anduse of fingers 50% or more of the work day.

Regular attendance is required for this position. Actual schedulecontingent upon the needs of the department and VincennesUniversity.

Works both indoors and outdoors, occasionally under inclementweather conditions.

Works in close proximity to electrical/HVAC equipment.

Frequently exerting 10-50 pounds of force. Occasionally lifting50-100 pounds and over.

Our Benefits

• Medical, dental, & vision insurance

• Flexible spending accounts

• Disability and life insurance

• Excellent holiday and time off benefits

• Life Assistance Program (LAP)

• Retirement savings options

• Educational support benefit

• Membership & discount offers

Summary

Vincennes University (VU) is a premier learning institution widelyrecognized for its leadership in innovation and the delivery ofsuccessful educational experiences. VU develops people and enhancescommunities through accessible, high-quality academic programs,strategic partnerships, and active engagement.

Vincennes University is an accredited, equal opportunity /affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color,ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender,sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or veteranstatus. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972Vincennes University does not discriminate on the basis of sex,including sexual harassment, in its educational programs andactivities, including employment and admissions. Questions specificto Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinatoror to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.