Plumber

Vanderbilt University•Nashville, TN

35d

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations (VUMO) seeks a Plumber Journeyman to perform routine plumbing work and plumbing construction/installation work. This is a full-time position: 40 hours per week. Must be available to work 7:30AM to 4:00PM. Must be available to work additional hours as required including evening hours. VUMO provides facilities support for all construction, renovation, and routine maintenance of University Central space and facilities; housekeeping services for approximately 5.8 million square feet of academic, administrative, residential, and recreational space; grounds care for 330 acres that are a registered arboretum; turf care for athletic fields; and utilities for the University Central and the Medical Center. VUMO’s annual budget exceeds $100 million in operating expenses and includes over 400 employees. VUMO manages major capital project expenditures totaling ~$125 million annually and facility renewal, replacement and large maintenance project expenditures totaling ~$20 million annually.

Requirements

High School Graduate or GED is required
Valid Driver License is required; must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Vanderbilt University engages a third party to provide up-to-date notifications regarding negative changes to motor vehicle records
5 Years of experience or the equivalent
Strong communication skills
Able to stand, stoop, crawl, work on elevated surfaces and be in awkward positions for extended periods of time.
Push, pull, lift and carry at least 70 pounds.
Able to work in various weather conditions
High work ethic

Nice To Haves

Journeyman Plumbers License is preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair domestic water lines
Maintain and repair sanitary sewer system
Check and repair all backflow devices
Maintain and repair all steam domestic water heaters
Maintain and repair all plumbing fixtures
Maintain and repair all domestic recirculation pumps
Maintain and repair domestic pressure regulating valves
Maintain and repair storm sewer system
Assist on irrigation problems
Assist zone electrician, plumber, and carpenter in performance of their duties
Utilize work order system in all aspects, including parts ordering, printing work orders and parts look up
Set up and monitor personal work order query
Process daily work order time sheet
Operate vehicle/golf cart and perform operator level maintenance
Other duties related to classification