Master Plumber

Hamline University•Saint Paul, MN

63d•$45

About The Position

Responsible for installation, maintenance, and repairs of water, waste, and storm piping, plumbing fixtures, faucets, and related systems and equipment. This position is also responsible for all potable water quality testing, reports, and associated compliance. This position obtains plumbing permits and ensures University compliance with applicable plumbing codes. The Master Plumber will also assist other Maintenance Department personnel as directed.

Requirements

Knowledge and skills to install, maintain, and repair all types of plumbing and related building systems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
Good communication skills, verbal and written.
Good troubleshooting skills in plumbing and related building systems.
A positive and cooperative attitude in working with University students, faculty, and staff.
Knowledge of steam and hot water boiler systems
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Two-year Vocational Certificate
3 years of experience in the field of plumbing and plumbing repairs
Minnesota Master Plumber's license
A valid, unrestricted Minnesota driver's license.
Successful completion of pre-placement physical exam
Successfully pass a required criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Two-year Vocational Certificate.
Experience in the field of plumbing and plumbing repairs on a university or college campus.

Responsibilities

Repairs and maintains water piping, soil waste, and vent piping for all plumbing fixtures and associated equipment, as well as fire protection piping, safety equipment, and lawn sprinkler systems as per all applicable plumbing codes and regulations.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to repairs and maintenance of plumbing systems for all toilet rooms, laboratories, mechanical rooms, the swimming pool, kitchens, distilled and demineralized water distribution systems, safety eyewash and deluge shower piping systems as well as underground subsoil drainage, sewer, acid waste piping and campus water main distribution systems. Duties also include assisting with repairs and cleaning of waste piping and underground sewer lines.
Assists with the maintenance and repair of food service and laboratory equipment as related to plumbing services.
Assists with repairs of ventilation and air conditioning equipment; including, but not limited to, pumps, chillers, fan coil units, heat pumps, air conditioners, and pneumatic/ electrical control systems.
Performs corrective work orders daily and completes appropriate paperwork utilizing the CMS.
Installs plumbing piping systems, fixtures, and associated equipment as assigned, for renovation and remodeling projects for university facilities and properties.
Limited purchasing responsibility as directed by the supervisor following Hamline purchasing policies.
Assists in the coordination of activities of mechanical and plumbing contractors and of student employees as assigned.
All other duties as requested.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
403(b)
403(b) matching
Paid Time off, including vacation time, paid holidays and safe and sick leave time off
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Health savings account (HSA)
Tuition waiver