Plumber II

University of Texas At El Paso•El Paso, TX

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About The Position

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve. The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America. The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Requirements

Education: High School diploma or (GED)
Experience: Four years of verified experience in the plumbing industry. Ability to obtain a Backflow Preventer License within one year of employment.
Texas Journeyman Plumber License required.

Nice To Haves

Backflow Preventer License preferred.

Responsibilities

Assembles install, or repair pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating water, or drainage systems, according to the specifications or plumbing codes. Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipe lines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install mechanical control systems.
Performs trouble shooting and repairs of water lines, gas lines, sanitary sewer, storm water conveyance and\ alterations of utility lines to accommodate the installation of new fixtures. drain cleaning machine.
Locates and marks underground pipe in existing locations throughout campus.
Perform inspection and repairs of back flow preventers
Joins pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, pvc solvent, and caulks joints by approved methods.
Repairs and maintains existing plumbing fixtures.
Purchases and controls inventories shop supplies, machinery and equipment.
Generate a report of work orders needed to address shop issues.
Estimates labor and material cost; reports the estimate to supervisor before submitting to work control system.
Trouble shoots systems to determine root cause of the problem and make the necessary corrective measures.
Implements installation and maintenance of plumbing systems based on as built blueprints and equipment M and O manuals.
Must be available on an "On Call" and after regular hours including work for the support of events and emergencies.
Frequently works without direct supervision.
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Proficient knowledge of TCEQ regulations and laws.
Review blueprints, building codes and specifications to determine work details, procedures, including ADA standards and methods. Work with Planning and Construction in the execution and inspection of their construction projects.
Inspects all equipment in the direct area of the work order is in good working order. Generate work orders when needed and follow up with the necessary repairs or adjustments.
Take the lead on repair and installation projects. From planning to the execution of the work to its fruition.
Knowledge and experience to identify quickly analyze emergencies, actions, and events. Identify information by categorizing, prioritizing, recognizing differences / similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Generate and maintain a daily log, detailed annual work reports, backflow certifications and general plumbing shop records.
Locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors.
Cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
Ability to cut and thread all pipe by approved methods.
Assembles and installs valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of metals, such as iron, steel, brass, and lead, and nonmetals, such as glass, vitrified clay, and plastic by approved methods.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, word and the internet. Must have the ability to learn institutional software systems.
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, and their applications.
Other duties may be assigned.