Journeyman Plumber

Wesleyan Assurance Society•Middletown, CT

36d•$34 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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. driver’s 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.

Nice To Haves

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.

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.