Supervisor, Plumbing

Northern Kentucky University; Cold Spring (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Kentucky University seeks a Supervisor, Plumbing to manage and perform repairs, installations, and modifications of plumbing systems campus-wide. You will oversee staff, plan maintenance, and ensure compliance with plumbing codes and safety standards.

The role requires 3-5 years of management experience, valid certifications, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include budgeting, procurement, and after-hours emergency response to maintain a clean and safe university

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required and clean driving record.
• Commercial plumbing licenses and gas/ backflow certifications required.
• Ability to operate basic computer software including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for the plumbing, gas, and domestic water.
• Estimate the time and material cost of work orders and projects; manage materials and budgeting.
• Establish preventive maintenance schedules; determine priorities for repairs and projects; respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Safely use plumbing tools and equipment; perform soldering, brazing, cutting, and pipe fitting as required.
• Install, service, maintain, repair, and replace plumbing lines, fixtures, and equipment following codes and regulations.
• Read blueprints and contract specs; provide feedback during construction and update plans as needed.
• Trains or coordinates training in plumbing maintenance and safety methods.
• 3-5 years of management experience.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Clear communication

Microsoft Word proficiency

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

KY Journeyman Plumbing license

Gas line inspection license (KY Gas Association)

Backflow prevention tester license

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Title:

Supervisor, Plumbing

Position Type:

Regular

About the Role:

To provide customer service to the University community by ensuring a clean, sanitary, and inviting environment. Supervises and performs repairs, installation, and modifications of piping, plumbing fixtures, equipment, and facilities. Is responsible for a variety of systems and equipment that affect the University’s operations; such as sprinkler lines, gas lines, sewage disposal, etc.

• Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for the plumbing, gas, and domestic water
• Estimate the time and material cost of work orders and projects. Shares supported data with the superintendent. Order and purchase materials according to established guidelines and within budgetary constraints. Maintain material inventories; maintain service, repair, and other records as required.
• Establishes preventive maintenance schedules; recommends priorities of repair projects; responds to after-hours emergency situations as directed.
• Safely use all tools of the plumbing trade including but not limited to: soldering and brazing equipment, cutting torches, pipe wrenches, electric drills, drill presses, pipe threaders, sewer machines, and power snakes.
• Install, service, maintain, regulate, repair, and replace plumbing lines, fixtures, fittings, and equipment to comply with the uniform plumbing code, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), other requirements, and state and local guidelines.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, sketches, manuals, diagrams, and contract specifications. Provide feedback on projects before and during construction, and update files and plans to reflect changes in plumbing.
• Trains or coordinates training in plumbing maintenance and safety methods, procedures, and techniques.
• 3-5 years of management experience

Candidate must possess:

• Valid driver’s license
• License to perform testing of backflow preventers
• KY Journeyman Plumbing license
• Licensed through Kentucky Gas Association to perform annual gasline inspections
• Basic computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and written
• Ability to work with various types of related equipment including, but not limited to, chemicals, parts washer, welders, metal lathe, cutters, grinders, chop saws, concrete coring machines, pipe threaders, drill presses, pressure jetting machines, pumps, hydraulic jacks, hot water tanks, etc.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, reach, pull, kneel, push, work in confined spaces, and perform work above head level for extended periods of time
• Perform medium heavy and maximum physical exertion and lift up to 50 lbs or more on a regular basis.

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