Assistant Supervisor, Plumbing Operations

Boston CollegeNewton, MA
$90,600 - $113,250Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Supervisor, Plumbing Operations within Trades Services at Boston College, the Assistant Supervisor, Plumbing Operations oversees and directs thirteen (13) union (SEIU) plumbers and is responsible for all aspects of plumbing maintenance and operations for 8 million square feet across four campuses and 167 buildings. Responsibilities include but are not limited to potable water, hot water, steam, sanitary sewer, process water and fire protection systems. The Assistant Supervisor, Plumbing Operations works closely with the Supervisor, Director, Trades Services and a separate organization led by the Director of Engineering & Energy Management on plumbing infrastructure. They also will oversee and manage small plumbing capital projects and must demonstrate a proven ability to administer multiple projects and ability to meet deadlines. The Assistant Supervisor, Plumbing Operations, is jointly overall responsible for the training, development, morale and discipline of the entire Plumbing shop. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets and Drive) is required. This position requires strong interpersonal and analytical skills, including the demonstrable ability to make sound decisions based on available information under emergency as well as normal conditions.

Requirements

  • MA Journeyman Plumbing license.
  • Minimum of five (5) years experience working on a MA Journeyman Plumbing license.
  • Ability to obtain a MA Master Plumbing License within three (3) years of hire.
  • Ability to obtain a Wastewater license within 12 months of being hired.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets and Drive).
  • Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrable ability to make sound decisions based on available information under emergency as well as normal conditions.
  • Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
  • Must be able to physically walk campus and up stairs and use ladders as a normal part of their duties.

Nice To Haves

  • Ability to obtain a Wastewater license within six (6) months.

Responsibilities

  • Oversees and directs thirteen (13) union (SEIU) plumbers.
  • Responsible for all aspects of plumbing maintenance and operations for 8 million square feet across four campuses and 167 buildings.
  • Manages potable water, hot water, steam, sanitary sewer, process water and fire protection systems.
  • Works closely with the Supervisor, Director, Trades Services and the Director of Engineering & Energy Management on plumbing infrastructure.
  • Oversees and manages small plumbing capital projects.
  • Administers multiple projects and meets deadlines.
  • Jointly responsible for the training, development, morale and discipline of the entire Plumbing shop.

Benefits

  • Tuition remission for Employees
  • Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements
  • Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Low-Cost Life Insurance
  • Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans
  • Paid Holidays Annually
  • Generous Sick and Vacation Pay
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