Utility Piping Specialist (ISTB12)

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Development and Management (Research- ISTB12) seeks a Utility Piping Specialist to join a facilities maintenance team, with primary duties in newly constructed research buildings. The position is based at ASU’s Polytechnic campus in Mesa, Arizona, and may require work at other ASU campus locations based on program needs. The position remains open until filled. The role serves as a lead trades worker in a specialty area, ensuring the proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems. Duties include complex plumbing and utility piping work, sprinkler system maintenance, and repairs to water and drain lines. The employee prioritizes work according to critical needs, assists other trades as needed, and performs other assigned duties. The regular schedule is 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The position requires participation in a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and may require emergency response at night, on weekends, or on holidays. The role requires a valid Arizona driver’s license (minimum Class D) upon employment and an acceptable driving record, as well as passing a post-offer physical examination that includes asbestos worker clearance, a respiratory clearance questionnaire, and a respiratory fit test. Employment also requires current eligibility to work legally 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 that provides comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid Arizona driver’s license (minimum Class D) upon employment and throughout employment.
Acceptable driving record of five or fewer points during the 39 months before the date of hire.
Pass a post-offer physical examination, including asbestos worker clearance, a respiratory clearance questionnaire, and a respiratory fit test.
Current eligibility to legally work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.
Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
Ability to respond to emergency situations.
Ability to travel throughout campus to research buildings as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in research laboratories, clean rooms, high bays, administrative spaces, and office spaces.
Experience in a higher education work setting.
Experience studying plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and the sequence of repairs or replacements.
Knowledge of welding standards defined by 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 plumbing and welding trades.
Knowledge of applicable codes.
Experience installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing and utility piping systems.
Experience designing, fabricating, joining, and repairing metals, piping, equipment, and structures.
Evidence of effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, including complex and precision work on utility piping systems.
Locate, repair, and replace malfunctioning parts using hand tools 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 sprinkler systems.
Install and repair water lines and drain lines.
Prioritize work based on critical needs assessments.
Assist other trades as needed.
Participate in a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and respond to emergencies, potentially at night, on weekends, or on holidays.
Communicate clearly to perform essential job 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 with 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 through ASU partnerships.