Sr. Plumber

Bowling Green State University

Job Location:

Bowling Green, OH - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 34 - 37

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Energy Management

Job Summary

Summary

Under general supervision from the MEP Superintendent the Senior Plumber is responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting on various piping systems including storm & sanitary system chilled water steam air gas high- and low-pressure steam lines heating systems air compressors or pneumatic controls.

Essential Functions

Maintains and repairs general plumbing components to include mixing valves toilets urinals faucets hose bibs drains domestic cold/hot deionized water and chilled water lines.
Plan implement and perform preventive maintenance on equipment per the manufacture specifications.
Repairs and replaces steam to hot water exchangers for major building heating systems and pools.
Repairs and replaces pneumatic steam valves radiator valves traps and steam and condensate pipes.
Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat pumps chilled water pumps sump pumps and sewage pumps.
Installs tests and repairs all sizes of backflow prevention devices.
Leads troubleshooting efforts and repairs steam domestic water chilled water and gas distribution systems.
Assist in procuring parts and/or services for maintenance or replacement of plumbing equipment and demonstrate proficiency in using a computer maintenance management system (CMMS) to enter service request.
Interprets and applies blueprints to plan plumbing repairs and modifications.
May be required to serve as a lead worker and/or supervise instruct and train semi-skilled and Plumbing workers and trades people; assist supervisor in allocating work assignments; reviewing and evaluating work performance in training new personnel; coordinate work with other trades
Responds to after-hours emergencies; works during inclement weather; and works to support various events on campus during non-business hours
Perform related duties based on departmental need

Minimum Qualifications

The following Experience is required:

Minimum of five years experience as a journeyman level Plumber

The following Education is required:

High school diploma or GED required
State of Ohio Backflow certified
Successful completion of a trades certification or apprenticeship program as a journeyman Plumber
Must have and maintain a valid drivers license and be insurable under the Universitys insurance

Additional Information

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of basic science math and scientific methods
Knowledge of basic reading skills
Ability to carry out verbal and/or written instructions
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and written
Detailed-oriented and highly accurate
Ability to work in changing environment
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to interact effectively with students faculty and/or staff or the public and represent BGSU appropriately
Ability to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities
Knowledge of computer skills such as MS Office presentations spreadsheets and/or database entry/query
Ability to access and maintain document imaging systems including scanning and filing documents
Ability to draft office correspondence
Ability to operate hand and/or power tools appropriate to the trade
Ability to read and understand blue prints and schematics

Required Documents to Upload to Application: Resume

Deadline to apply: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however for best consideration applications should be provided by October 23 2025.

BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to ensuring an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and encourage applications from all regardless of sex race veteran-status disability age gender identity genetic information religion or sexual Know Your Rights Poster: compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University please call or email.

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SummaryUnder general supervision from the MEP Superintendent the Senior Plumber is responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting on various piping systems including storm & sanitary system chilled water steam air gas high- and low-pressure steam lines heating systems air compressors or pneumatic c...