Senior Plumber & Steamfitter – Campus Maintenance Pro

WWU College of Business & Economics; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Washington University is seeking a journey-level plumber to perform plumbing, steam fitting, and related work in its Facilities Development and Operations. You will inspect, repair, and install plumbing systems, fixtures, pumps, and valves across campus facilities in a demanding environment.

Requirements include a Washington State journey-level plumber license (PLO1), backflow device certification, knowledge of WAC and local codes, and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Washington State journey level plumber’s license (PLO1)
• Certification for testing and inspection of back flow devices
• Knowledge of Washington Administrative Code (WAC) regulations and local plumbing codes
• Knowledge of plumbing materials and methods and journey-level workmanship
• Experience in sensitive settings such as offices, classrooms, rest rooms, etc.
• High school diploma or GED
• One year of related experience in a commercial or institutional setting
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one
• Ability to perform tasks independently under limited supervision
• Strong recordkeeping and computer skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with students, staff and faculty

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret design documents; lay out and construct piping assemblies with respect to walls, structures, and obstructions
• Lead and coordinate work of other trades; estimate time and materials
• Cut and weld with oxyacetylene torches; SMAW all types of pressure pipe lines; GTAW all types of light gauge metals
• Fabricate and assemble varied articles, materials and devices including steel, copper, and plastics
• Construct pipe joints for high or low/low pressure systems; threading, brazing, soldering or welding
• Maintain and repair piping, tanks and pressure vessels and related equipment; install, service and adjust pumps, valves, etc.
• Remove, replace, or install plumbing fixtures such as water closets, sinks, etc.
• Inspect and diagnose malfunctions; repair and test sprinkler and standpipe systems and related piping
• Participate in training sessions, material orders, timecards, and meetings

Skills

Journeylevel plumber license

Backflow testing

WAC regulations knowledge

Plumbing materials knowledge

Independent work

Recordkeeping

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Reading and understanding instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year related experience in commercial/institutional setting

Tools

ASME welding certification (Section IX)

AWS B2.1-1-205-96 UA-21 certification

Job description

Western Washington University is seeking a journey-level plumber to perform plumbing, steam fitting, and related work in its Facilities Development and Operations. You will inspect, repair, and install plumbing systems, fixtures, pumps, and valves across campus facilities in a demanding environment.

Requirements include a Washington State journey-level plumber license (PLO1), backflow device certification, knowledge of WAC and local codes, and at least one year of relevant experience.