Utility Piping Specialist (Poly- ISTB12)

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Development and Management (FDM) at Arizona State University is seeking a Utility Piping Specialist to join a facilities maintenance team based at the Polytechnic campus, with primary duties in newly constructed research buildings. The position supports complex laboratory and research operations by helping ensure building systems function optimally for ASU’s Knowledge Enterprise and the broader campus community. The role involves complex and precision plumbing and utility piping work, including installation, repair, and maintenance. Although based at the Polytechnic campus, work at other ASU campus locations may be required based on program needs. The position remains open until filled. The schedule is 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The position requires participation in a rotating on-call/standby schedule and may involve emergency call-ins at night, on weekends, and on holidays. The employee must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license and pass required post-offer examinations and screening, including a physical examination, respiratory clearance and fit testing, and background and fingerprint checks. The role is safety/security sensitive.

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 providing comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid Arizona driver’s license (minimum Class D) upon employment and maintained throughout employment; selected candidates must have an acceptable driving record of five or fewer points during the most recent 39-month period from date of hire.
Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination, asbestos worker clearance, respiratory clearance questionnaire, and respiratory fit test.
Ability to pass required background and fingerprint checks.
Ability to work a rotating on-call/standby schedule and respond to emergency situations, potentially at night, on weekends, and on holidays.
Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor settings, including dirty, noisy, extremely hot or cold, confined, restricted-movement, and hazardous-material environments.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment; use may require medical clearance.
Ability to climb ladders and work from ladders using hand and power tools, and to work from boom or crane trucks for repairs above six feet.
Ability to lift and carry objects up to 75 pounds and push or pull a weight-loaded maintenance cart.
Ability to travel throughout campus and drive a university vehicle or cart.
Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

Nice To Haves

One year of lead experience in hospitals, schools, large manufacturing, or commercial/industrial facilities.
Evidence of 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 applying welding standards defined by current trade practice, such as ASME or ASTM standards.
Knowledge of the mechanical operation of equipment such as 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 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 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/standby schedule and respond to emergency calls, which may occur 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, 12 days of accrued sick leave, and 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 through 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 to ASU sports and events and discounts with ASU partnerships.