Mechanical Specialist Plumber CL2

University of Maine System • Orono, ME

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This classification performs defined responsibilities and tasks related to maintaining the operations of an assigned mechanical system by performing established preventative maintenance, troubleshooting operational issues, installing systems, and inspecting systems. This is a full-time position with a 40-hour per week work schedule, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The pay rate for this position is $27.60/hr.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
• Journeyman certification and 3 years related experience
• Valid Maine driver’s license
• Customer service principles
• Specialized equipment and system maintenance and repair
• Maintenance of related equipment
• Recordkeeping principles
• Applicable compliance rules and regulations
• Inspecting, installing, and repairing systems
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
• Ability to perform physical activities that require talking, hearing, seeing and considerable and repetitive use of arms and legs and moving entire body, such as reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, climbing, lifting, bending, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Heavy work: The ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Lifting and exerting forces more than 50 pounds requires assistance by other employee(s) or mechanical assistance. Individual forces must never exceed 50 pounds.
• Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, and extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled work in assigned department operations and maintenance, which includes inspecting, installing, and troubleshooting plumbing and/or related systems.
• Works with sprinkler, distilled water, air, gas and vacuum systems.
• Works with specialized lab and kitchen equipment; hydrant and water maintenance systems; sewer and storm drain.
• Monitors and troubleshoots assigned systems; processes and responds to work orders to ensure progress, safety, and/or compliance with operational policies and procedures.
• Maintains and repairs assigned equipment as needed; performs ongoing maintenance checks to determine need and ensure operational safety.
• Maintains a variety of operational records, logs, and reports.
• Operates hand and power tools associated with the plumbing trade.
• Installs, cleans and repairs water and waste lines to a wide variety of equipment.
• Installs, repairs and periodically tests valves, sump pumps, water circulators and backflow preventors.
• Installs, cleans and repairs underground water and sewage piping.
• Installs and repairs piping for gas, air, vacuum and sprinkler systems; fabricates ductwork and plumbing parts.
• Requisitions supplies and materials from stockroom; and orders from vendor.
• Reads blueprints and piping diagrams.

Benefits

• Tuition benefits (employee and dependent)
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability
• Retirement plan options

What This Job Offers

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