Master Plumber

University of Akron • Akron, OH

6d • $24 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Master Plumber performs skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled plumbing repairs and installations; plans, inspects, records, and oversees plumbing concerns; evaluates systems; researches solutions; and orders repair parts and supplies. The role serves as a team leader and trains others in proper work methods and procedures.

The position performs all essential functions of a Plumber and carries out skilled plumbing and repair work on backflow preventers, water mains, fire systems, acid waste lines, glass drain lines, sewage injector pumps, sump pumps, air lines, and gas lines. It plans, inspects, and maintains campus backflow preventers and plumbing systems, and checks and inspects dry valves and fire systems. The Master Plumber completes work orders, coordinates work with other trades, University departments, and contractors when necessary, and completes work, time, and material usage reports. Other duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or Supervisor.

The role provides guidance to nonexempt staff, including general scheduling, assigning tasks, and monitoring others’ work, as assigned by the Supervisor. The work involves routine exposure to heat, cold, moisture, inclement weather, noise, air pollution, and heights, and may involve chemical substances, hazards, and moving parts. The work schedule may change according to University needs or the shift line-up process; overtime and call-ins may be mandatory based on University need.

This is a union position with salary Grade 08B, subject to the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement. The listed pay is $23.82 per hour, increasing to $24.76 per hour after one year. The available shift is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work performed as a University employee is expected to be performed in Ohio.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License.
• Completion of the 3-year University of Akron or other State Approved Sponsored Apprenticeship Program for Trade, or a minimum of 8 years of plumbing trade experience.
• Ability to operate and use standard powered and non-powered plumbing tools and equipment, including cutting, threading, and bending machines, core hole machines, wrenches, hoisting machinery, saws, drills, main drain machines, grinders, and testing gauges.
• Ability to perform mathematics associated with trade applications, including fractions, ratios, and percentages.
• Ability to read, write, observe, and accurately follow oral, written, and graphic instructions.
• Ability to exercise judgment in determining the correct course of action when confronted with new situations.
• Ability to lift 80 pounds without assistance and demonstrate bending, crouching, and lifting.
• Ability to climb a ladder and scaffolding and work on rooftops.

Nice To Haves

• Fire Suppression certification.
• Backflow Tester certification.
• Prior experience leading others.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled plumbing repairs and installations.
• Plan, inspect, record, and oversee plumbing concerns; evaluate systems, research solutions, and order repair parts and supplies.
• Serve as a team leader and train others in proper work methods and procedures.
• Perform all essential functions of a Plumber.
• Perform skilled plumbing and repair of backflow preventers, water mains, fire systems, acid waste lines, glass drain lines, sewage injector pumps, sump pumps, air lines, and gas lines.
• Plan, inspect, and maintain campus backflow preventers and plumbing systems; check and inspect dry valves and fire systems.
• Complete work orders and coordinate work with other trades, University departments, and contractors when necessary.
• Complete work, time, and material usage reports.
• Provide guidance to nonexempt staff, including general scheduling, assigning tasks, and monitoring work, as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or Supervisor.

Benefits

• State pension plan; the University contributes 14% to retirement per the union agreement.
• Low-cost health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• 11 paid holidays.
• 20 paid days of maternity/paternity leave.
• Tuition remission for employees and dependents.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Uniform and tool allowances provided at no cost.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED