Industrial Plumbing Specialist

JLL • McPherson, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Plumber oversees daily operation of the McPherson site’s general water processes and performs preventative and corrective maintenance on multiple water and drainage systems. The role requires a strong working knowledge of industrial building functionality and technical expertise across building infrastructure. The Plumber must be available for scheduled on-call work; off-hours, evening, night, and weekend work may be required. The position may also perform general maintenance and support duties as needed.

The position maintains and operates building water and plumbing systems, including piping, valves, heating and hot water equipment, pumps, filters, sewage plumbing, traps, and on-site kitchen utilities. It diagnoses malfunctions, takes corrective action, monitors equipment, reviews logs, and reports problems. The Plumber coordinates maintenance windows with the client, prioritizes and schedules work orders, supports team efficiency, oversees contracted maintenance and warranty work, and helps ensure that work is completed safely and with minimal disruption. The role also contributes to facilities budgeting, purchasing, and inventory management.

This is an on-site position in McPherson, Kansas, scheduled for the first/morning shift. JLL states that the role does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is identified.

Requirements

• High school diploma at minimum.
• Journeyman's plumbing trade license.
• At least 2 years of experience in industrial facility plumbing systems.
• Exposure to piping/plumbing systems, mechanical systems, and boiler controls/operation.
• Conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to provide written and oral reports.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and consumers, including handling complaints.
• Ability to lead by example and manage competing priorities.
• Ability to analyze information and make decisions based on a broad range of data.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications, such as MS Office and Outlook.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform overhead work and work at heights.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Universal EPA license.
• Experience with refrigeration systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and/or perform operation, repair, preventive maintenance, and installation of piping and valves for building water and plumbing systems; determine maintenance and repair frequencies.
• Understand the engineering design and operational aspects of the building and its critical support systems and components.
• Recognize system shortcomings, troubleshoot, and respond to operational and emergency situations.
• Monitor and maintain heating and cooling valves, heating and hot water equipment, pumps, valves, piping, filters, sewage plumbing, traps, and on-site kitchen utilities.
• Review equipment logs and report problems or malfunctions; inspect malfunctioning equipment and determine corrective actions.
• Coordinate with clients to schedule equipment outages and preventive maintenance with minimal impact on end users; communicate with work-order requestors and client representatives.
• Analyze system operations, identify the cause of problems or malfunctions, and take corrective action.
• Ensure work is performed efficiently and with minimal disruption; track completed and outstanding work orders.
• Prioritize preventive, corrective, and emergent work orders on annual, monthly, weekly, and daily schedules.
• Schedule and assign work with the work-order clerk and scheduler/planner; support team efficiency and provide oversight as needed.
• Coordinate with projects so Facilities Operations Team resources are consulted and informed.
• Direct contracted maintenance work, ensure timely completion, oversee equipment warranty obligations, and obtain equipment manuals and drawings from installers and contractors.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and identify and remediate Environmental Health and Safety issues.
• Follow departmental requirements for safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials; complete required JLL and client training and comply with training standards.
• Recommend and estimate facilities repairs and improvements for the annual budget.
• Review and submit facility purchase requisitions, prepare purchase-order requests, ensure timely goods receipting, develop sources for stock materials, and check inventory and equipment conditions.
• Maintain an adequate inventory of tools and supplies needed to operate the building.
• Perform additional duties as requested.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
• Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

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