Plumber

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

8d•$59,460 - $68,964•Onsite

About The Position

The responsibilities of this position include the design and installation of various plumbing and mechanical systems, performing preventative and corrective maintenance on plumbing, mechanical, fire protection, infrastructure, and HVAC systems, as well as pump repairs, water treatment for closed loops, utility locates, and backflow prevention. Collaborates with clients, project managers, contractors, and other trades to ensure proper installation and operation of facility systems.

Requirements

Three years of progressively responsible plumbing experience in a construction or combination construction and maintenance and repair environment.
Successful completion of a formalized plumbing apprenticeship program, or higher level, non-correspondence coursework in the same fields from an accredited vocational school or university may substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
Must possess a Journeyman or Master plumber’s license.
Must be a resident of the State of Colorado at the time of application.
Must possess and maintain a current, valid State of Colorado Driver’s License.
Must be willing and able to pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle checks, and drug test.
Subject to pre-employment, post-accident, incident, or reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing per UCD Facilities Operations Department Policies.
Must be willing and able to stand and walk constantly, with or without accommodation.
Must be willing and able to climb, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach above shoulders frequently, with or without accommodation.
Must be willing and able to lift and carry up to 10 pounds constantly, with or without accommodation.
Must be willing and able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently, with or without accommodation.
Must be willing and able to push and pull frequently, with or without accommodation.
Must be willing and able to use manual dexterity, eye/hand coordination, and near vision constantly.
Must be willing and able to use hearing and verbal communication constantly.
Must be willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including snow, rain, heat, and cold.
Must be willing and able to work with chemicals/solvents.
Must be willing and able to work in areas where you may be exposed to hazardous chemicals or infectious materials.
Must be willing and able to operate moving equipment and work around machinery or moving equipment.
Must be willing and able to work around noise/vibrations.
Must be willing and able to work alone, above ground, and in small, confined spaces.
Must be willing and able to walk on uneven surfaces and climb on scaffolds/ladders.
Must be willing and able to work straight or rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.
This position has been designated as essential personnel, “Subject to call 24 hours per day, seven days per week,” and may be required to carry a pager.
Position may also be required to “Stay over late” or “Come in early” to “Cover” shifts, as needed, and may be required to respond to any emergencies as needed.
If hired, you will be required to provide effective off-hours phone contact info for emergency call-in purposes.

Nice To Haves

State of Colorado Backflow Certification
Experience servicing and maintaining equipment and machinery.
Experience in planning and laying out complete project designs.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse backgrounds
Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to handle stressful situations calmly and professionally.
Ability to communicate effectively in written form, which includes the ability to check for typographical, grammatical, and spelling errors
Mechanical Ability
Physical Ability
Planning and organization skills.

Responsibilities

Design and installation of various plumbing and mechanical systems
Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on plumbing, mechanical, fire protection, infrastructure, and HVAC systems
Pump repairs
Water treatment for closed loops
Utility locates
Backflow prevention
Collaborates with clients, project managers, contractors, and other trades to ensure proper installation and operation of facility systems