Utility Piping Specialist (Research)- Tempe campus

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Development and Management, Facilities Management, Knowledge Enterprise (KE) seeks a Utility Piping Specialist to assist with steam infrastructure and install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, including complex and precision work on utility piping systems. The position is based at ASU’s Tempe campus and may require work at other ASU campuses based on program needs. The role serves as a lead trades worker in an area of specialty to ensure proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems. It is full time, scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule that may require emergency response at night, on weekends, or on holidays. The position remains open until filled and pays $23.73 per hour. The work may take place in dirty environments with inadequate lighting, extreme noise or temperatures, confined spaces, restricted movement, and hazardous materials. The employee uses personal protective equipment, climbs and works from ladders, works from boom or crane trucks for repairs above six feet, travels around campus, lifts and carries objects up to 50 pounds, and drives a university vehicle or cart. A valid Arizona driver’s license is required upon employment and must be maintained. An acceptable driving record, respiratory clearance questionnaire, and respirator fit test are required as conditions of employment. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona. Facilities Development and Management maintains and services university-owned property and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States; ASU will not sponsor this position.

Requirements

High school diploma and three years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or training demonstrating comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum Class D) upon employment and maintain it throughout employment.
Must have an acceptable driving record of five or fewer points during the 39 months before hire.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment respiratory clearance questionnaire and respirator fit test.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.
Ability to perform the described work in challenging environments, use required personal protective equipment, climb and work from ladders and boom or crane trucks, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and drive a university vehicle or cart.

Nice To Haves

Three years of plumbing and/or mechanical pipefitting systems experience, or completion of a four-year federally approved technical training program in plumbing, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Experience studying plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and the sequence of repairs or replacements.
Experience applying welding standards consistent with current trade practice, such as ASME or ASTM standards.
Experience using electronic work order systems (TMS) to track and manage maintenance tasks.
Knowledge of the mechanical operation of equipment such as 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 installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing and utility piping systems.
Knowledge of design, fabrication, joining, and repair of metals, piping, equipment, and structures.
Evidence of effective communication.

Responsibilities

Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, including complex and precision utility-piping work.
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 with drawings and specifications.
Install and maintain sprinkler systems.
Install and repair water lines and drain lines.
Prioritize work based on critical needs assessment.
Assist other trades as needed.
Communicate clearly to perform essential functions.
Use electronic work order systems (TMS) to coordinate assigned tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Assist with steam infrastructure.
Work at other ASU campus locations as program needs require and participate in a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule, including emergency response when called.

Benefits

22 days of accrued vacation leave annually.
12 days of accrued sick leave annually.
10 paid holidays annually for staff.
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 including the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Paid time for volunteer activities and professional development.
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings.
Disability and leave program for income protection.
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services.
Discounts on ASU sports and events and through ASU partnerships.