Building Maintenance Engineer - Plumber

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Department:

Building Maintenance Zone C

Time Type:

Full time

Job Type:

Regular

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Work Modality:

Full On Campus Presence

Union:

Excluded

Job Description:

Summary:

The role of this position is to provide a safe, functional, clean, efficient and attractive living and learning environment by effectively performing skilled trade maintenance, new installation, and repair work. The BME - Plumber is a skilled trade person responsible for evaluating, repairing, and replacing a variety of plumbing facility components to ensure equipment is fully operational and meets university standards. This position will be involved in corrective and preventive maintenance and minor alteration work and may oversee temporary labor and/or other trade persons or contractors as required and provide technical oversight for all plumbing work. This position requires general supervision and often works independently and is familiar and comfortable with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Essential Functions:

• Repair or replace plumbing fixtures and equipment such as sinks, toilets, water heaters, garbage, disposal units, sewage and sump pumps, circulating pumps, water valves, and other associated plumbing related equipment. Repair or replace burst or leaking pipes and clear clogged drains.

• Repair, replace, and unstops HVAC systems to ensure they are operational. Works on condensate lines, drip pans, fan coil units, and compressor lines to ensure equipment is working up to university standards.

• Clears waste and debris from site drains, to ensure correct disposal. Repairs and maintains campus wide sanitary, sewer and water distribution systems.

• Respond to and/or initiate emails as needed and/or required. Escort and provide access to contractors, providing support and oversight as needed. Attend in person or online meetings and training sessions to enhance skills, ability, and job performance.

Competencies:

• Serving Customers.

• Prioritizing and Organizing.

• Supporting Coworkers.

• Acquiring and Analyzing Information.

• Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.

• Driving Continuous Improvement.

• Acting Strategically.

• Championing Customer Needs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-time.

• 40 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $25.00 - $29.00 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 1 - 3 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 3 - 5 years of relevant experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• All university trade positions are expected to perform duties other than those typically associated with core trade responsibilities as the needs of the university dictate. 

• Facilities Management is a diverse team-oriented organization where employees actively support each other’s success. 

• Collaboration and cooperation are expected from all employees. 

• Successful FM employees are those who contribute to our ability to support each other and our customers.

• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding and at heights of 40 feet or more, and lift 50 lbs preferred.

• Maintain a valid driver’s license with fewer than 2 points.

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