Plumber

The George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The George Washington University is seeking an experienced Plumber within the Facilities Planning, Construction, and Management division to support daily plumbing operations across GW campuses. The selected candidate will implement preventative maintenance, troubleshoot plumbing systems, coordinate inspections, and report to the Facility Zone Manager.

The schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–4:00 pm, with on-call duties that include holidays and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1.5 years of relevant professional experience, or a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study.
• DC Journeyman Plumbing License is preferred.
• Experience reading architectural drawings and related mechanical drawings (as-builts).
• Knowledge of building codes and safety practices in plumbing.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implements, and administers a preventative maintenance program for plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of plumbing systems in commercial, residential, and academic buildings; troubleshoot domestic hot water systems.
• Schedule work orders and coordinate with GW stakeholders; perform inspections for quality control on contractor assignments.
• Provide regular reports to the Facility Zone Manager and advise on alternatives to proposed plumbing projects and equipment purchases.

Skills

Plumbing systems

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED + 1.5 years experience or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

AssetWorks CMMS

Propress tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

Facilities Planning, Construction, and Management ( FPCM ), a part of Division of Safety and Facilities, under the Executive Vice President and Chief Administration Officer’s portfolio, builds, manages and maintains GW’s property and grounds on all three of GW’s campuses.

Posting Details

I. Job Overview

Facilities Planning, Construction, and Management ( FPCM ), a part of Division of Safety and Facilities, under the Executive Vice President and Chief Administration Officer’s portfolio, builds, manages and maintains GW’s property and grounds on all three of GW’s campuses.

The Division of Facilities, Planning, Construction and Management ( FPCM ) is seeking an experienced tradesperson to take on the role of Plumber. The Plumber will assist the Zone Manager and Zone Leads with the day-to-day plumbing operations. The work schedule is Monday – Friday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm and is subject to on-call assignments, after normal business hours. This position requires a working rotation to include Holidays, Saturdays and Sundays.

The successful candidate must be well trained in all plumbing applications and systems, highly organized, and a professional who takes pride in his/her work and can perform various customer service duties as required throughout the day.

The Plumber is responsible for proper operation of all systems and equipment. The Plumber position may lead plumbing maintenance programs including required repairs, renovations and preventative maintenance so that the primary university mission is upheld.

The Plumber is responsible for the following:

• Plans, implements, and administers a preventative maintenance program(s) to provide maximum life to facilities in accordance with industry standards.
• Knowledge of plumbing systems in commercial, residential and academic buildings.
• Knowledge of how to troubleshoot plumbing domestic hot water systems.
• Coordinates and facilitates walkthrough inspections and due diligence investigations.
• Provides regular verbal/written reports to the Facility Zone Manager.
• Ability to communicate with employees regarding plumbing best practices.
• Comprehensive knowledge of how to use plumbing trade tools, such as snake-mashing, jet washing, and propress tools; knowledge of grease trap and sewage pump systems, backflow prevention, occupational hazards, safety precautions, local codes, and regulations pertaining to plumbing.
• Knowledge and understanding of FPCM goals and objectives, policies and procedures, as well as ability to work and communicate effectively in a multi-ethnic/multi-cultural environment with students, faculty, and staff.
• Schedules plumbing work orders with GW stakeholders and performs inspections for quality control on contractor assignments.
• Advises administrators on possible alternatives to proposed plumbing projects and equipment purchases.
• Provides instructions and assistance in the solution of work-related problems and in the performance of specific plumbing-related tasks.

Performs other work-related duties as requested. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the lead from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/ GED plus 1.5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to understand and review architectural drawings and related mechanical drawings, including as-builts.
• DC Journeyman Plumbing License is preferred. Reciprocity will be accepted.
• Graduation from a trades school (or the completion of a certified Plumbing licensed program) with emphasis in Plumbing/gas fitting, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated successful experience in the plumbing trade. A working knowledge of building and plumbing codes is preferred.
• Ability to make material takeoffs and time allotments to complete plumbing-related projects.
• Knowledge in the use of mathematics, formulas, and some design ability of building plumbing systems.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Competent communication and correspondence skills. The Plumber should understand the District of Columbia building codes.
• Ability to interact with a diverse population to include students, faculty, staff, and external contractors and vendors.
• Ability to utilize and manage work order ticket systems using AssetWorks or other Computerized Maintenance Management Systems ( CMMS ).
• Knowledge of safe work practices based on industry standards, injury and illness prevention practices is preferred.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Commitment to GW’s values.
• Intellectual, professional and a person of integrity
• Honest, with the highest ethical standards.
• Passionate, collaborative, strategic, and smart with a hands‑on, roll‑up‑the‑sleeves orientation.
• Ability to work independently. Self-starter; hard worker. Takes initiative; very high energy.
• Personally accountable. Assumes ownership, control and accountability for all areas of responsibility and commitments made to others.
• Sincere, open, and direct communicator. Puts organizational interests above self-interests and is comfortable expressing candid opinions.
• Highest levels of responsiveness.
• Combination of strong intellect that is combined with a practical and realistic common sense understanding of how to get things done.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, a strong desire to succeed and exert extraordinary effort.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑growth, entrepreneurial environment. Ability to work with faculty and staff in a respectful manner.
• Establish trust and credibility with institutional leadership and across the University.
• Seeks “win‑win” solutions to help foster continued integration and collaboration.
• Flexible and receptive to change.
• A positive "can-do” attitude.

Hiring Range $24.69 - $38.41

GW Staff Approach to Pay

How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

Campus Location

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department

College/School/Department: Division of Safety and Operation

Family

Family: Safety and Facilities

Sub-Family

Sub-Family: Plumbing

Stream

Stream: Service and Support

Level

Level: Level 2

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 am-4:00 pm, including a Holiday and weekend rotating schedule.

Will this job require the employee to work on site?

Yes

Employee Onsite Status

Essential onsite

Telework

No

Required Background Check

Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Background Screening

Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.