Plumber

Job Description

UW Facilities manages the Universitys buildings infrastructure and land with more than 1100 employees in a variety of fields. The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management Real Estate Sustainability and other teams responsible for planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery Maintenance & Construction Campus Energy Utilities & Operations Building Services Transportation Services and Safety. Supporting these groups are the Business Intelligence & Information Technology group and the Finance & Administration group. Please visit the UW Facilities web page for more information: & Construction (M&C) is responsible for general maintenance repair and renovations of all University of Washington (UW) main campus facilities including building interiors exteriors and grounds as well as logistics moving and disposal of surplus equipment and furniture.

We have an outstanding opportunity for a Plumber Plumber/Pipe/Steamfitter (NE S WFSE Trades) to joi the team. Under the direction of the supervisor and lead perform journey-level plumbing work in the maintenance repair and construction of a wide variety of complex and sophisticated plumbing systems.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect diagnose malfunctions; repair maintain test and inspect backflow devices heating cooling and other process piping systems; clear plugged waste lines.

• Remove and replace or install all types of plumbing fixtures such as water closets sinks drinking fountains showers kitchen laboratory and other equipment.

• Maintain and repair piping tanks and pressure vessels for fuels steam water air gas and draining systems; install service repair and adjust pumps ejectors valves dishwashers stills heat exchangers and coils.

• Construct various types of pipe joints for high or low-pressure systems including threading brazing soldering welding or lead-wiping of joints.

• Cut fit fabricate and assemble a wide variety of articles materials and devices including steel copper brass glass plastic cast iron corrosion-resistant pipe tile concrete and transite.

• Read and interpret plans blueprints and sketches; construct lay out or plan piping assemblies with respect to walls structures and other obstructions allowing for expansion and contraction and alignment in accordance with pipefitting practice.

• Work with Lead to discuss any proposed project changes before construction.

• May develop cost estimates for installation and repairs.

• Keep leads and supervisors informed of project status/work progress needed materials and equipment.

• Operate machinery such as forklifts scissor-lifts and high rangers.

• Load and unload materials and supplies.

• Operate vehicles such as UW vans and trucks to transport tools equipment and personnel to various job sites.

• May instruct semiskilled workers.

• Communicate and coordinate with other UW Facilities shops and other business partners such as EH&S Engineering Services Design Services Project Delivery and UW Information Technology to facilitate work.

• Know and comply with occupational health and safety regulations specific to the work and conduct on the job including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) instructions Hazard Review Checklists (HRCs) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

• Comply with all UW and UW Facilities policies and procedures M&C protocols i.e. Individual Accountability Protocols (IAP).

• Support all management directives and the vision and values of M&C.

• Participate in and follow through with M&C process improvement initiatives including Balanced Scorecard (BSC) incorporating metrics and Lean principles into internal work processes and promoting employee engagement in continuous improvements and innovation.

• Actively participate in meetings and training as scheduled.

• Provide excellent customer service through effective courteous and professional interactions with clients colleagues and the campus community.

• Other duties as required

Core Competencies

• Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness.

• Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively.

• Anticipate recognize and resolve problems.

• Be responsible and accountable.

• Use organizational skills and provide attention to details.

• Maintain a positive optimistic and success-oriented attitude.

• Exercise professionalism which includes being tactful and courteous.

• Exhibit a professional work ethic.

• Continuously promote a safe work environment.

Education & Experience

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter OR full journey status as a plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter in a union OR four years applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis.

• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operators license may be required.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

Desired

• Knowledge and practical experience with WISHA (Washington Industrial Safety & Health Act) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) regulations.

• Demonstrated proficiency with standard productivity software including Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent products

• Medical Gas Certification.

• Experience in plumbing maintenance of institutional industrial and/or commercial environments.

• Washington State Department of Labor & Industries Journey-level Plumber Certification.

• Experience in steam distribution/heat exchangers and closed loop piping systems in an institutional industrial or commercial environment.

Conditions of employment

• May be required to accept variable work shift.

• Possession of a valid Washington State drivers license.

• Washington State Department of Health Backflow Assembly Tester Certification or obtain certification within 120 days of employment.

• Demonstrated successful ability in taking direction working well with others and as a member of a team.

• Demonstrated excellent effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Work may require access to confined spaces and heights using approved safety precautions.

• Ability to lift and move heavy material may be required.

• Approved footwear must be provided at the employees expense and worn on the job.

• Must be able to be fitted for and wear a respirator on the job.

• Must participate in medical screening/monitoring (such as TB screening and proof of measles inoculation) required for work assignments in locations including but not limited to nonhuman primate areas the Animal Research and Care Facility and the University of Washington Medical Center.

• Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment.

• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.