Plumber

Plumber

The Plumber, a member of Facilities Operations, performs journey-level work to plan, inspect, maintain, repair, modify, and install University plumbing, heating, water, gas, utility, and drainage systems. The incumbent consistently adheres to University safety regulations and established work procedures.

The incumbent in this position will work on a Monday through Friday, 1 : 00 pm to 9 : 30 pm shift schedule.

Responsibilities

With minimal supervision, the incumbent shall perform the following duties and responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Perform all facets of the plumbing and heating trade in accordance with the National Standard Plumbing Code in a safe and effective manner.
• Assembles, installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, and dishwashers.
• Assembles and installs valves, pipe fittings and pipes composed of metals such as iron, steel, brass and lead and nonmetals such as plastic. Cuts and threads pipe. Joins pipes by the use of screwed, bolted, soldered, caulked or plastic solvent joints.
• Installs, repairs, modifies and maintains oil and gas fired residential heating systems.
• Pressure tests piping systems to insure there are no leaks and that all system components are operating properly.
• Maintains, troubleshoots, tests and inspects backflow prevention devices.
• Maintains current knowledge of the National Standard Plumbing and other applicable building codes.
• Reads, understands and interprets construction related documents (drawings, submittals, technical manuals and specifications) in order to determine equipment and materials required or appropriate methods of installation.
• Maintains proper condition of campus drainage systems which will involve the use of the campus VacCon vehicle and other sewer jet equipment.
• Ensures proper care in the safe use and maintenance of vehicles, tools and equipment.
• Maintains detailed records of corrective and preventive work assignments received through an automated work order system (Maximo).
• Assists other trades personnel in work projects or special assignments.
• Responds to emergency call-ins on campus and for emergency after hours work as needed.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Preferred Qualifications :

Physical Demands : The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education / training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.