Journeyman Plumber

Reporting to the Plumbing Working Foreperson the plumber performs preventive planned and corrective maintenance repair installation and inspection of plumbing systems in University-owned properties. Work scope includes licensed and unlicensed work on building fixtures structures and site structures including field water systems irrigation systems underground waste and plumbing supply infrastructure. The position supports safe and reliable operation of campus facilities through maintenance troubleshooting customer service and emergency response activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspect maintain troubleshoot repair and test domestic hot and cold water systems sanitary drain waste and vent systems drainage systems de-mineralized water systems backflow prevention devices compressed air systems gas systems pumps valves and steam traps.
• Install modify repair and test piping systems.
• Transport and install water heaters porcelain fixtures cast iron pipe copper pipe plastic piping systems and related equipment.
• Maintain service and repair drainage systems.
• Perform maintenance repair and testing of backflow prevention devices pumps and valves.
• Work directly with clients to resolve plumbing issues.
• Coordinate work activities with other Physical Plant trades and outside contractors.
• Operate plumbing tools and equipment safely including but not limited to threading equipment wrenches power and hand tools snakes ProPress and acetylene and oxy-acetylene torches.
• Participate in overtime emergency response and campus emergency operations as required.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions include Balancing Climbing Carrying Pulling/Pushing Reaching Repetitive Movement Sitting Standing Twisting Bending Lifting (50-100 lbs.) Climbing ladders and working from platforms and heights as needed with or without accommodations.

This position is full-time 40 hours per week 52 weeks per year and is in the physical plant bargaining unit. Typical work hours are Monday Friday 8am 5pm with 1 hour lunch break.

Work may be performed indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to weather dust noise chemicals confined spaces and mechanical equipment.

This position may be required to work frequent overtime shifts which may include returning to work between shifts nights holidays and weekends as directed.

This position is classified as essential personnel and as such are required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are cancelled and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State of Connecticut P-2 Plumbing License.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience installing and maintaining building mechanical or electrical systems in institutional and residential facilities.
• Knowledge of residential and commercial building construction applicable local state and national building codes building systems regulations personal protective equipment Lockout/Tagout procedures confined space procedures material safety data sheets; and proper waste-disposal methods.
• Demonstrated ability to read interpret and build to blueprints drawings and specifications.
• Effective communication skills and demonstrated history of satisfied customer service competencies and customer follow up.
• Desktop computer skills including the fundamental use of internet e-mail and maintenance management systems.
• Must be at least 20 years of age and possess a valid U.S. drivers license for a minimum of three years with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to meet the scheduling needs of the position as described above.
• Demonstrated commitment to work within a diverse environment and work collegially with individuals of different backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Connecticut P-1 Plumbing License.
• Additional trade licenses such as F-2.
• Advanced experience with steam systems compressed gas systems and fire protection systems.
• Previous contract plumbing experience.

Position is open until filled. For full consideration please apply by August 20th when first review of applications will begin.

All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidates completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

Wesleyan University located in Middletown Connecticut does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed age gender gender identity or expression national origin marital status ancestry present or past history of mental disorder learning disability or physical disability political belief veteran status sexual orientation genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed toVice President for Equity and Inclusion Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.

Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan Universitys Clery Act Report are available on request and online at is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities including comprehensive group insurance plans wellness programs and incentives generous paid time off and retirement plans flexible work schedules employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.

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