Utility Piping Specialist (Utilities Distribution)

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Development and Management (Utilities Distribution) seeks a Utility Piping Specialist to assist with steam infrastructure and install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, including performing complex and precision work on utility piping systems. The position serves as a lead trades worker in a specialty area, ensuring proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems. It is based at ASU’s Tempe Main Campus and may involve work at other campus locations based on program need. The position remains open until filled. The initial training schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with the possibility of a four-day, 10-hour schedule. The position also requires participation in a rotating on-call/standby schedule and may involve emergency call-ins at night, on weekends, and on holidays. The stated salary is $23.73 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma and three years of experience appropriate to the assignment or field, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or training providing comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license, minimum Class D, upon employment and maintain it throughout employment; selected candidate must have an acceptable driving record of five or fewer points in the most recent 39-month period from date of hire.
Must pass a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, including asbestos worker clearance, respiratory clearance questionnaire, and respiratory fit test.
Must be eligible to legally work in the United States; the department will not sponsor this position.
Must be able to work a rotating on-call/standby schedule and respond to emergencies, including at night, on weekends, and on holidays.
Must follow safety precautions and processes when exposed to hazardous or dangerous materials, tools, and equipment.

Nice To Haves

Four years of plumbing and/or mechanical-pipefitting systems experience, completion of a four-year federally approved technical training program in plumbing, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience providing comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Experience studying plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and the sequence of repairs or replacement.
Knowledge of welding standards used in current trade practice, such as ASME or ASTM standards.
Knowledge of the mechanical operation of pumps, boilers, cooling towers, and chillers.
Knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials common to the plumbing and welding trades.
Knowledge of applicable codes.
Knowledge of the TMA work-order system.
Experience installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing and utility piping systems.

Responsibilities

Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems and perform complex, precision work on utility piping systems.
Locate, repair, and replace malfunctioning parts using hand and power tools.
Inspect mechanical system components and use soldering and brazing tools for precision design, layout, fabrication, joining, and repair of metals, piping, and pressure vessels.
Work from drawings and specifications.
Install and maintain steam supply and condensation return lines, steam traps, and pressure-reducing valves.
Install and maintain chilled-water supply and return lines.
Install and repair domestic water lines and drain lines.
Install and maintain RO supply and return lines.
Use the TMA work-order system to respond to maintenance requests.
Prioritize work based on critical-needs assessment.
Assist other trades as needed.
Communicate clearly to perform essential functions.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

22 days of accrued vacation leave annually.
12 days of accrued sick leave annually.
10 paid holidays annually.
Tuition reduction program for staff members, spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child.
Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance.
Retirement program through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Paid time for volunteer activities and professional development.
Wellness program for preventive health education and screenings.
Disability and leave program for income protection.
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services.
Discounts on ASU sports and events and discounts through ASU partnerships.