Plumber Senior

Job Title: Plumber Senior
Location: UWG Recruiting Location
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 304792
About Us

Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation.Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia- a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 16,000+ students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student-centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, the Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts. UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post-graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally. Dedicated to creating a first-choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University's mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.

The University of West Georgia offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support faculty and staff across multiple dimensions; health, wellness, financial security, and professional growth. Employees working at least 30 hours per week gain access to a range of health plans, including medical, dental, and vision, wellness programs, and robust retirement options through Georgia Teachers Retirement System (TRS), Optional Retirement Program, and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) plans. Employees are granted 13 paid holidays and paid time off accruals and are eligible to participate in the University System of Georgia's Tuition Assistance Program. Fringe benefits include a variety of resources focused on employee physical, mental, financial, and social well-being through Acentra Employee Assistance Program in addition to personal financial advising with Captrust. UWG also offers exclusive discounts and special offers on entertainment, travel, and other products and services through the Perks at Work program, free access to the university recreation facility, discounted campus dining options, and more!

Living in Carrollton, "The City of Dreams," offers the advantages of city life with a small-town vibe. This progressive community with Southern flair offers plenty of shopping, restaurants, nightlife opportunities, and cultural events. Named a City of Excellence in Georgia and listed as one of the 50 Best Small Southern Towns, Carrollton is the cultural, educational, health care, and commercial center for the west Georgia region.

At the heart of Carrollton is its historic downtown and Adamson Square lined with shops, galleries, and restaurants. Each season offers unique local events and opportunities for year-round recreation. Outdoor activities abound through award-winning spaces, including an 18-mile paved walking and biking Greenbelt trail that encircles the city and passes through the UWG campus.

The city embraces the University's students, faculty, and staff, and welcomes the diversity UWG brings to the community.

Invested in education with highly rated city and county K-12 systems, both city and county public school graduation rates are 90% and above and rank among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

Location

Our campus is located at 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118.
Faculty and staff members are expected to be physically present on campus as needed to support the in-person educational experience and on-campus vitality at the University of West Georgia. Depending upon teaching assignments and student demand, this could include the Carrollton or Newnan campuses.

Job Summary

Reporting to the HVAC/R Superintendent, this is an Advanced (Senior) level position for skilled trades professionals. Serves as the lead Plumber on plumbing projects as needed and works independently; assists in recruiting and training employees. This position's hours of work are 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday - Friday. Must be available as needed to work nights or weekends to service the emergency needs of our customers. This position will perform skilled manual work in planning, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plumbing systems. Duties and responsibilities include Repair and installing plumbing fixtures; installing hot water systems, cleaning, and drain obstructions in waste and sewage pipes, operating pipe cutter/threader and other plumbing equipment; locating and marking the position of pipes and pipe connections, building preparation to accommodate pipe fittings; bending pipe to required angle, joining pipe by use of supportive instruments, and installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such as sinks, commodes, and water heaters. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Technical Duties

Maintains and repairs general plumbing components including toilets, urinals, faucets, hose bibs, and drains. Troubleshoots and completes repairs on plumbing fixtures and appliances; clean and removes obstructions in waste and sewage pipes, operates pipe cutters, and other plumbing equipment. Installs, repairs, or replaces domestic hot and cold water lines. Repairs and replaces pneumatic steam valves, radiator valves, traps, and steam and condensate pipes. Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat pumps, chilled water pumps, sump pumps, and sewage pumps. Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures including but not limited to sinks, toilets, water heaters, water fountains, water filters, and appliance connections. Installs, repairs, and replaces steam to hot water exchangers for major building heating systems and pools. Installs and repairs fluid piping systems including water piping, gas piping, and compressed air piping by cutting and threading pipe, bending pipe to the required angle, and joining pipe by use of screws, bolts, fittings, etc. Installs, tests, and repairs all sizes of backflow prevention devices.

Direction, Leadership, and Instructing Duties

Directs the work of Plumbing or HVAC/R employees in the completion of assigned tasks. Serves as the primary point of contact for a trade shop when the shop Superintendent or Supervisors is unavailable. Position may also perform more than one trade at either the contributing or journey level, but must perform at least one trade at the journey level. Work performed is focused on one special trade, technical field, or information system. Work performed in this role primarily uses technology and information systems directly related to a trades shop to coordinate the field efforts of the shop or requires special licensing (e.g. Plumbing, Pipefitting, or Underground Utilities (Stormwater piping, Sanitary Sewer Lines, etc.). Mentors co-workers by demonstrating and teaching the skills necessary for Plumbing maintenance, repair, and service, and develops others' skills in troubleshooting Plumbing faults while developing proper work methods in the Plumbing or HVAC/R shops by instructing others to follow the trade best practices and safety precautions.


Tool, Shop, Compliance, Teamwork, and Prof. Dev. Duties

Perform regular tasks such as maintaining tools, and equipment. Recognizes and obtains the required tools, equipment, materials, and supplies that are needed to do the job. Maintains proper stock, parts, tools, and safety equipment in the assigned storage areas. Works with others to keep vehicles and employee work areas clean and orderly. Recognizes and follows prescribed safety procedures and regulations while following all NFPA, and ADA codes and regulations; complies with OSHA/EPA regulations. Performs all work including handling hazardous materials in accordance with established safety procedures. Assists in ensuring a safe working environment throughout the facility for all employees. Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner. Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training, and hazard assessments. Works alone or with a team to complete special assignments related to providing services at special events or other tasks as assigned by the Superintendent. Assisting in hiring, onboarding, and training new staff; Assists in the training and development of other employees within the work unit. Participates in department-provided training and learning opportunities to develop work-related skills and abilities. Completes all required training on a timely basis.

Organizational Duties

Collects, Analyzes, Records, Identifies, and locates utilities related to water and natural gas consumption. Identifies problems, determines possible solutions, and actively works to resolve the issues. Follows instructions through a standard work process; performs routine tasks; checks work for accuracy before completion of tasks. Adapts to changing work priorities; communicates with diverse groups; meets deadlines and schedules; works as part of a team; often works with constant interruptions; displays mechanical aptitude. Plans, schedules, prioritizes, and manages work orders; prepares and maintains accurate records; maintains service history for work orders; performs inspections and facility assessments; completes reports on inspection findings; Relays messages through verbal/written means in a clear and effective manner; listens to others. Performs work in the least disruptive manner possible to customers. Demonstrates courteous actions and follows the organization's established protocol for customer service.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
High School Diploma or GED.

Other Required Qualifications
A pre-employment drug screen required.

Must be available for on-call status, adjust work hours, and available as needed to work nights or weekends to service the emergency needs of our customers or campus special events. Deemed as Essential Personnel, must be able to adjust work hours as conditions may dictate, work nights, weekends, and service emergency needs of the university and/or special events.

Required Experience
A minimum of 6 (six) years of experience in Plumbing, Pipefitting, or Underground Utility including experience in the residential and commercial trades field, Or a combination of two years of Vocational Trades training and 4 (four) years of field experience in the Plumbing, Pipefitting, or Underground utility trade including installing, maintaining, and operating plumbing or piping systems. Must meet the minimum qualifications and apply for the State of Georgia Journeyman/Master Plumber's licensing exam. Must pass the Georgia Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification within 12 months of employment. Must have previous experience leading a work team or directing work on a job site. A valid driver's license is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Degree, Diploma, or Professional Certificate equivalent to a two-year diploma in Building Construction Trade, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field and one or more of the following credentials: Journeyman Plumber Certification or Master Plumber's License. Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification.

Preferred Experience
Eight (8) years or more years experience in a Plumbing, Pipefitting, or Underground Utility service-related construction or maintenance trade in a university, health care, or school maintenance department.

Proposed Salary

$23.00 - $25.53 per hour. Paid on a bi-weekly basis.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Must have the ability to perform administrative and skilled trades work in the administration, preventive maintenance, service, and repair of spaces and facilities of university-owned buildings and rooms. Must have the ability to follow instructions, and coordinate the activities of trade workers and/or service workers. Must be able to be well organized and able to multitask. Must be able to perform routine and complex tasks individually or in a team setting and adapt to changing work priorities. Must be able to follow the organization's established protocol for customer service. Must be available for on-call status. This position is deemed Essential Personnel and must be able to adjust work hours as conditions may dictate, work nights, weekends, and service emergency needs of the university and/or special events. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. or more. Ability to climb ladders and scaffolds. Must be able to stand, walk, bend/stoop, reach above shoulder level, and climb stairs. Ability to perform strenuous manual tasks. Ability to access confined spaces and work in open areas such as rooftops, etc. A valid driver's license is required.

KNOWLEDGE

Must have practical knowledge of the standard tools, methods, practices of the Plumbing trade, and Plumbing codes. Must be skilled in performing technical tasks, detailed oriented, ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business, preparing and maintaining accurate records; proficient in reading and understanding technical drawings and written work instructions; proficient in understanding and complying with safety regulations and handling hazardous materials in the performance of job duties (i.e. OSHA and EPA). Knowledgeable in Commercial Plumbing codes, able to read and interpret technical information, including charts, gauges, dials, blueprints, schematics, specifications, and operating manuals. Able to provide technical assistance to others by troubleshooting complex facilities maintenance issues related to Plumbing, Pipefitting, or Underground Utilities and determining their cause.

SKILLS

Must be skilled in communicating effectively through verbal/written means in a clear and effective manner; listening to others and understanding their needs; ensuring that information gets to the right person at the right time; establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative professional work relationships with clients and coworkers through personal communication; responding to questions within policy and procedure guidelines in the assigned area through multiple communication media; Informing personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders to aid in providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action, and/or complying with building and safety regulations; and maintaining records of work completed; efficiently coordinates projects and work orders with Superintendent and other trades personnel. Proficient in basic computer skills including email, web browsers, and mobile devices.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Other Information

The mission of the University of West Georgia is to enable students, faculty, and staff to realize their full potential through academic engagement, supportive services, professional development, and a caring, student-centered community. The institutional mission and daily operation of the University of West Georgia are guided by our values that support our vision to be the best place to work, learn, and succeed: ACHIEVEMENT, CARING, COLLABORATION, INCLUSIVENESS, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, SUSTAINABILITY, and WISDOM.