Utility Piping Specialist (Poly- ISTB12)

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Facilities Development and Management (FDM) at Arizona State University seeks a Utility Piping Specialist to be a part of a facilities maintenance team at the Polytechnic campus, with primary duties within newly constructed research buildings. This role supports complex lab and research operations, and ensures high-performance building systems function optimally for ASU’s Knowledge Enterprise and the broader campus community. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical skills, collaborative experience in research-intensive environments, and a proactive approach to problem-solving solving in research-intensive environments that rely on cutting-edge technology with global impact. This position is located on the Polytechnic campus however may require working at other ASU campus locations based on program need. This position will remain open until filled.

Requirements

High School Diploma and three years (3) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.
Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment to include, asbestos worker clearance, respiratory clearance questionnaire and respiratory fit test.
Must pass pre-employment screening for fingerprint checks.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year lead experience in hospitals/schools/large manufacturing and/or commercial/industrial facilities.
Evidence of working within research laboratory, clean room, high bay, administrative and office spaces.
Higher education work setting
Experience in studying plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and sequence of repairs or replacement as required.
Knowledge of applying welding standards as defined by current trade practice (examples include the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) or American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.
Knowledge of the mechanical operation of equipment such as pumps, boilers, cooling towers and chillers.
Knowledge of the tools, equipment and materials common to the plumbing and welding trades.
Knowledge of applicable codes.
Experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing and utility piping systems.
Experience in the design, fabrication, joining and repair of metals, piping, equipment and structures.
Evidence of effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, including performing complex and precision work related to utility piping systems.
Locate, repair, and replace malfunctioning parts using hand tools (e.g. screwdrivers, pliers, crescent wrenches, and piping wrenches) and power tools (e.g. drills, handheld drain cleaning machines).
Inspect mechanical system components and use soldering and brazing tools to perform precision techniques in the 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.
This position requires working a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and may be called in for emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Clearly communicate to perform essential functions of the job.

Benefits

22 days of accrued vacation leave
12 days of accrued sick leave
10 paid holidays annually
Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents
Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Paid time for volunteer and professional development
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
Disability and leave program for income protection
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services
ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships