Trades Specialist (Plumber)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University in Oxford, OH seeks a Trades Specialist (Plumber) to perform complex repair and installation work in university facilities. Hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.

You will review job orders and blueprints, estimate materials, coordinate with contractors, and maintain tools and work areas to ensure safe, efficient project completion.

The position requires nine months of skilled-trade training plus two years of experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Nine months training beyond high school in a skilled trade and two years of experience, or an equivalent education and experience.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to be a qualified driver under the University MVR policy.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex repair or installation on University facilities and property using expertise in plumbing.
• Reviews job orders and blueprints; inspects site and consults with client; determines best method to complete project.
• Estimates amount of materials and equipment needed to complete project; arranges for materials to be at job site.
• Assists outside contractors as needed; assists crafts-persons from other trades as needed.
• Maintains and cleans tools and equipment; maintains work area in a clean and orderly manner.
• May prepare some paperwork; may maintain files.

Skills

Plumbing trade

Blueprint reading

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Trades Specialist (Plumber)

Department

Maintenance Group 3

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Hourly

Hourly Rate

22.7

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?

No

Job Description Summary

Performs moderately complex repair or construction of universityfacilities or property which require specialized training in askilled trade (plumbing). Hours for this position are Mondaythrough Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.

Job Description

Essential Duties:

• Performs complex repair or installation on Universityfacilities and property using expertise acquired throughspecialized training in a skilled trade (plumbing)
• Reviews job orders and blueprints or drawings; inspects siteand consults with client; determines best method to completeproject
• Estimates amount of materials and equipment needed to completeproject; arranges for materials to be at job site
• Assists outside contractors as needed; assists crafts-personsfrom other trades as needed
• Maintains and cleans tools and equipment; maintains work areain a clean and orderly manner
• May prepare some paperwork; may maintain files

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires nine months training beyond high school in a skilledtrade and two years of experience in that trade, or an equivalentcombination of education and experience.
• Requires a valid driver's license and the ability to be aqualified driver under the Universities MVR policy.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

None

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke-and tobacco-free campuses.

Remote Work

For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is nota right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revokedby Miami University at any time for any reason, including theconvenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related toemployment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directedhere.

Miami University Values Statement

MiamiUniversity is a scholarly community whose members believe thata liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as wellas of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, therights and property of others, and the right of others to hold andexpress disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, andthe importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquirythat is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with theexercise of judgment and the acceptance of personalresponsibility. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values,please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer,encourages applications from protected veterans and individualswith disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment,discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years orolder), color, disability, gender identity or expression, geneticinformation, military status, national origin (ancestry),pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or fosterparent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in itsapplication and admission processes, educational programs andactivities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requestsfor reasonable accommodations for disabilities related toemployment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act

As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy andsafe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you toread Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Reportat: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics,and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed toprevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs andalcohol on campus and at university events and activities. Thisreport also contains information on programs and policies designedto prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, datingviolence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of thiswebsite is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students.Written notification is also provided to prospective students andemployees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire SafetyReport may be obtained from the Miami University Police Departmentat 513-529-2223.

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