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Maintenance Specialist - Plumber

Employer
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Location
North Dartmouth, MA

Job Details

Job no: 516762
Work type: Staff Full Time
Categories: Facilities

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Maintenance Specialist will supervise and participate in the maintenance and repair of buildings and building appurtenances; perform related work as required. Acts as principal specialist in the area of particular expertise as part of a team of specialists responsible for the overall building. The area of expertise required for this position is plumbing including install, repair, maintain and/or alter steam, sanitary fixtures, heating units, water supply, sprinkler systems, steam tables, industrial cafeteria equipment, drainage, disposal systems, etc.; and perform related work as required. Follows the University’s best practices to build and/or support student academic success and retention, and assist in meeting strategic objectives for persistence and timely graduation of all the student population.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED (Name and title of person from whom incumbent receives direction)

Receives direct supervision from an administrative employee of higher grade who reviews performance for efficiency and conformance with instructions.

DIRECT REPORTING STAFF

Exercises supervision over lower grade employees, equal grade employees working in their specialty, or contracted workers in the maintenance and repair of buildings and special installation projects.

THEIR STAFF- None

DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plans and lays out the work of, plumbers, as necessary for the upkeep, maintenance and repair of buildings according to specialty.
  • Installs, repairs, maintains, and/or alters steam and plumbing systems by cleaning sewer drains; by operating power tools, welding equipment, sewer cleaning machines, hand tools, and plumbing equipment; by laying out, cutting and fitting materials for welding; by packing joints, valves, and pumps; by cutting and threading pipes; by caulking and packing lead joints, valves and pumps; by replacing seals in water closets; by cleaning filters; by unplugging sinks, toilets, and drains; and by insulating heat tracing wires and/or piping to ensure that equipment is in proper working order and to meet agency needs.
  • Maintains locks, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, domestic water systems, drains, lighting and electrical systems in buildings according to specialty.
  • Maintains the temperature control system.
  • Installs, maintains and repairs machinery such as computer systems, pumps, electrical motors, valves, kitchen equipment and generators.
  • Repairs and replaces locks, doors.
  • Works on a variety of mechanical, electrical and steam equipment.
  • Installs glass in windows and doors, makes routine repairs to floors, assists in erecting old dismantling of scaffolding and/or rigging used to gain access to high places.
  • Takes and records meter readings of pressure, water levels, oil levels, temperatures and consumption of utilities.
  • Inspects buildings to detect and locate causes of breakdowns of equipment to determine, recommend or execute corrective measures.
  • Procures materials under direction of administrative supervisor, recommends new or replacement equipment, and recommends reconditioning of present equipment.
  • Maintains maintenance and repair records, manuals and inventory of tools, parts and supplies for specialty.
  • This position will not preclude work in the janitorial or grounds maintenance areas. All duties within the trade worker group may be performed by someone within this specialist position.
  • Employees shall be called and asked to report to work on a rotational as needed basis for emergency coverage on nights, weekends, and holidays.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE (List knowledge, skills, and abilities)

  • Working knowledge of the methods, practices and techniques of building and building appurtenance maintenance and repair and related crafts including the use and operation of tools and equipment.
  • Knowledge of the types and uses of small handheld tools such as hammers, saws, screwdrivers, chisels, drills.
  • Knowledge of the types and uses of small measurement devices such as calipers, levels, rulers, steel squares, etc.
  • Knowledge of the types and uses of handheld power tools such as power saws, power drills and power hammers, etc.
  • Knowledge of the types and uses of materials used in plumbing such as steel; malleable, cast and galvanized iron; clay; glass; etc.
  • Knowledge of the types and uses of hand tools used in plumbing such as wrenches, hammers, pliers, taps, dies, etc.
  • Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment used in plumbing such as blowtorches, soldering equipment, gauges, etc.
  • Knowledge of the safety practices and procedures followed in plumbing.
  • Knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques of plumbing.
  • Knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques of steam fitting.
  • Knowledge of sanitation methods, techniques and procedures followed in plumbing.
  • Knowledge of the methods and techniques of pipefitting.
  • Knowledge of the methods and techniques of pipe threading.
  • Knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing plumbing.
  • Skill in using small hand tools such as hammers, saws, screwdrivers, chisels, drills, etc.
  • Skill in using small measurement devices such as calipers, levels, rulers, steel squares, gauges, etc.
  • Skill in using handheld power tools such as saws, drills, power hammers, etc.
  • Skill in the use of hand tools used in plumbing such as wrenches, hammers, pliers, taps, dies, etc.
  • Skill in the use of equipment used in plumbing such as blowtorches, soldering equipment, gauges, etc.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as plans, blueprints, and drawings.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
  • Ability to work in cramped or confined spaces.
  • Ability to understand and apply the laws, rules and regulations governing plumbing.
  • Ability to give oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner. Ability to write clearly and concisely.
  • Physical stamina and endurance.
  • Performs physically arduous tasks under adverse conditions and extremes of heat, cold, dampness and humidity; must stand and work for prolonged periods of time, lift and carry heavy objects and work in cramped or confined spaces at various heights such as manholes and on staging and ladders.

QUALIFICATIONS ACQUIRED ON JOB (List knowledge, skills, abilities)

  • Knowledge of Auxiliary Service operations.
  • Knowledge and understanding of existing building systems.
  • Working among students.
  • Knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing assigned unit activities.
  • Knowledge of the policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
  • Knowledge of the types and uses of agency forms.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have at least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in plumbing and steam fitting, and licensing requirements specified in License and/or Certification Requirements below.

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Journeyman or Master Plumber’s license issued by the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters.

Must possess a current and valid motor vehicle driver’s license and be eligible to operate a vehicle in the state of Massachusetts.

REMARKS: The area of expertise required for this position is plumbing.

Additional Information:

Department: Plumbing Shop

No. of Positions-1

Internal/External-X

Trust Funded-X

Hours: Monday-Friday 3:00pm-11:00pm

Salary: $45,251.70 *This is a recruitable position.

Grade: -14

Union: AFT-Maintainers

Benefits: Benefits for AFT-Maintainers

Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship not available.

Important Notice
UMass Dartmouth requires COVID-19 vaccinations for all faculty, staff, and students who wish to work, live, learn or physically come to campus. Read More.

To apply please submit a letter of interest, current resume and the contact information for three professional references.

The deadline for internal applicants is November 28, 2022.

The review of applications will begin November 29, 2022 and will be ongoing.

Advertised: 17 Nov 2022 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:

Organization

Located on the Massachusetts south coast, only a short drive from Cape Cod, Providence and Boston, the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth has been ranked among the top northern public universities by U.S. News and World Report. The quality of life on the south coast of Massachusetts is rich with cultural attractions, beautifully preserved and restored historic districts, museums, live theatre and an excellent educational system. Recreational opportunities include boating, beaches, rivers, golf courses, camping grounds, beautiful state parks, waterfront parks and a new zoo.

UMass Dartmouth offers a broad range of baccalaureate and graduate degrees vital to the economic, social and cultural wellbeing of the region. It has an enrollment of over 9,200 students in over 40 undergraduate and 36 graduate programs (including 11 at the Ph.D. level) offered by the College of Arts and Sciences, the Charlton College of Business, the College of Engineering, the College of Nursing, the College of Visual and Performing Arts and the School for Marine Science and Technology. The main campus was designed by the eminent architect Paul Rudolf and is located on 710 acres in North Dartmouth. Other university sites include theCenter for Marine Science and Technology on the waterfront in New Bedford, the Advanced Technology and Manufacturing Center in Fall River and the Star Store Center for the Arts in New Bedford. 

While retaining its commitment to excellence in undergraduate education, UMass Dartmouth has increased dramatically its research and outreach activities during the past ten years. R&D spending has increased in the last five years from $20.1 million to $25.6 million and the university has established centers in Policy Studies, Portuguese Studies & Culture, Business Research, Marine Science &Technology and Indic Studies to significantly expand its research and public service activities in ways that meet regional needs but have global impact.

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