Skilled Tradesman - Plumber

University of ArkansasLittle Rock, AR
2d$42,090Onsite

About The Position

The Skilled Tradesman - Plumber is responsible for the work activities in the skilled trade of plumbing. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

  • Formal education or training equivalent to a high school diploma
  • Requires AR Journeyman Plumber’s License according to ACA 17-38-301
  • Five or more years of experience and practice as a Journeyman Plumber or other specialty certifications may be allowed as a substitute
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Knowledgeable of Arkansas State Plumbing Codes (gas, water, air, vacuum, and sewer)
  • Knowledge of the methods, practices, and safety precautions in one or more of the skilled trades
  • Knowledge of the accepted practices, processes, materials, and tools of the various skilled trades
  • Knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to one or more of the skilled trades
  • Ability to provide mathematical and analytical skills necessary to do material estimates for one or more of the skilled trades
  • Ability to wear a respirator
  • Ability to negotiate distances (from building to building on campus) and the ability to go up and down stairs in multi-story buildings
  • Ability to hold, start, use, and operate tools and equipment used in the skilled trade for extended periods
  • Ability to load/unload tools and equipment (weights varying up to 75 lbs.)
  • Ability to communicate with the campus community and co-workers
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Ability to operate a motorized vehicle

Responsibilities

  • Interprets blueprints, sketches, and work orders
  • Cut and thread pipe
  • Cut, clean, sand, and solder copper pipe
  • Set basic plumbing fixtures (urinals, commodes, sinks, bathtubs, showers)
  • Operate the cable and jet water sewer cleaning machine
  • Clean and weld PVC pipe
  • Bore holes in various materials (wood, concrete, steel) to run supply lines and drains
  • Install and maintain Pyrex and chemical-resistant pipe and fixtures
  • Install and maintain plumbing systems, sewer systems, and fire hydrants
  • Install and maintain all types of valves (gate, ball, globe, butterfly)
  • Maintain and modify existing plumbing systems
  • Maintain sewage lift systems
  • Maintains inventory on tools and parts specific to the assigned trade
  • May assist other skilled tradesmen in completing projects that require multiple departments to work together
  • Perform other duties as assigned
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