Plumber Senior or Electrical Technician Senior

Overview

Utah State University’s Statewide Campuses – Eastern Campus Operations is seeking qualified applicants for one full-time position, which will be filled as either a Plumber SR or an Electrical Technician SR, depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Plumber Senior or Electrical Technician Senior will report to the Facilities Director. This classification trains, guides, and may supervise less senior technicians.

• Plumber Senior: The incumbent will perform a variety of skilled plumbing tasks, including the installation, maintenance, repair, and remodeling of university plumbing systems. This role requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team to complete projects efficiently and safely.

• Electrical Technician Senior: The incumbent will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems of various voltages across campus buildings and properties. Candidates should possess a strong knowledge of electrical codes and best practices.

 

This position is eligible for excellent benefits including: 13 paid holidays, 12 days of paid leave and 12 days of sick leave per year, 50% tuition reduction for employee and spouse, competitive health benefits packages and a generous contribution into your retirement. View more information here: https://eastern.usu.edu/hr/health-benefits/health

Responsibilities

Plumber Senior Typical Functions:

• Troubleshoots and repairs utility distribution systems, including heat exchangers, valves, backflows, and waste systems.
• Maintains, repairs, and installs plumbing related equipment throughout campus to meet code.
• Performs preventive maintenance on plumbing systems as outlined.
• Responds to and repairs water leaks or plumbing/hydronic problems reported from campus buildings.
• Ensures water quality to research labs by maintaining and repairing water softeners, distillers, reverse osmosis systems, and other water treatment equipment.
• Maintains the domestic water supply system to plumbing code standards.
• Maintains all medium and low-pressure steam lines and related equipment.
• Monitors proper flow on all waste, drain, and vent lines, including separators and traps.
• Responds to work orders on assigned campus buildings.
• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

 

Electircal Technician Senior Typical Functions:

• Installs electrical systems for remodeling and commercial projects.
• Maintains electrical systems of various voltages.
• Repairs and maintains campus lighting in buildings, walkways, parking lots, roadways, etc.
• Performs preventive maintenance on all electrical systems and equipment.
• Assists with high voltage installations, repairs, and maintenance.
• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical controls.
• Acts as a liaison between University and outside contractors for elevator maintenance.
• Ensures that USU fire systems meet the code requirements of NFPA 72, the state of Utah, and local requirements as dictated by the AHJ.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Promotes continuous improvements of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Adheres to safety precautions and uses protective equipment.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Miniumum Qualification:

• Six years of directly related work experience in the plumbing or electrical trade or a Journeyman license in one of the trades is required.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"

Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile

Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

$55,000 Minimum; Commensurate on experience, plus excellent benfits

ADA

This position requires moderate physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting.  This position requires nearly continuous standing, repetitive hand motions, and reaching overhead.  Employees may be exposed to unusual elements including extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

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