Plumber/Pipefitter

University of New Hampshire•Plymouth, NH

7d•$21 - $35

About The Position

Under general supervision of a designated supervisor, the Plumber/Pipefitter installs, maintains, and repairs heating and plumbing systems. The role repairs plumbing by replacing defective equipment, mending or replacing broken pipes, and clearing clogged drains. It assembles pipe sections, tubing, and fittings; cuts openings in structures for pipes and fittings; and locates and marks pipe installations and passage holes using measuring instruments. The position studies building plans and inspects structures to determine materials, equipment, and installation sequence. It installs pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, and fixtures, cuts threads and bends pipes, and tests pipes and plumbing fixtures with water or air and pressure gauges to identify leaks. The position also maintains steam distribution and heating systems, dining hall equipment, and related plumbing and pipefitting equipment. It may perform welding, brazing, cutting, threading, and bending, and troubleshoot HVAC systems. The employee coordinates with outside contractors and the Plymouth Village Water & Sewer District, works with support staff to order materials, and collaborates with other plumbers, HVAC technicians, and Physical Plant staff to provide service to customers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
New Hampshire driver's license.
New Hampshire Journeyman or Master Plumber license.
Pipefitting skills, including soldering, brazing, pressing, and threaded fittings.
Ability to troubleshoot plumbing and heating equipment.
Ability or willingness to learn to rebuild hydronic pumps and associated components.
Ability to adapt to changing technologies.

Nice To Haves

Backflow tester certification.
New Hampshire Gasfitter license.
Training in confined-space entry or willingness to be trained.
Ability to respond to after-hours emergency calls.
Ability to read and understand blueprints.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain heating, plumbing, steam, water, and drainage systems.
Repair, install, and replace plumbing fixtures, including sinks, water closets, showers, heaters, hot water tanks, and related fixtures.
Repair and maintain dining hall equipment, including dishwashing machines, garbage disposals, and steam kettles.
Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings, and pipes.
Correct openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings.
Determine appropriate sizes, locations, tools, and methods for solving plumbing and pipefitting problems.
Maintain and service equipment used in performing job duties.
Perform welding, brazing, cutting, threading, bending, and other plumbing and pipefitting techniques as needed.
Repair and maintain the steam distribution system and associated valves, pumps, traps, and manholes.
Repair and maintain forced hot water and steam heating systems.
Troubleshoot HVAC systems.
Coordinate with outside contractors as necessary.
Work collaboratively with Plymouth Village Water & Sewer District.
Work with support staff to order necessary parts and materials.
Cooperate with other plumbers, HVAC technicians, and Physical Plant staff.
Help Physical Plant provide the best possible service to customers.