Master Plumber

Master Plumber

Responsible for installation, maintenance, and repairs of water, waste, and storm piping, plumbing fixtures, faucets, and related systems and equipment. This position is also responsible for all potable water quality testing, reports, and associated compliance. This position obtains plumbing permits and ensures University compliance with applicable plumbing codes. The Master Plumber will also assist other Maintenance Department personnel as directed.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains water piping, soil waste, and vent piping for all plumbing fixtures and associated equipment, as well as fire protection piping, safety equipment, and lawn sprinkler systems as per all applicable plumbing codes and regulations.
• Responsibilities include but are not limited to repairs and maintenance of plumbing systems for all toilet rooms, laboratories, mechanical rooms, the swimming pool, kitchens, distilled and demineralized water distribution systems, safety eyewash and deluge shower piping systems as well as underground subsoil drainage, sewer, acid waste piping and campus water main distribution systems. Duties also include assisting with repairs and cleaning of waste piping and underground sewer lines.
• Assists with the maintenance and repair of food service and laboratory equipment as related to plumbing services.
• Assists with repairs of ventilation and air conditioning equipment; including, but not limited to, pumps, chillers, fan coil units, heat pumps, air conditioners, and pneumatic / electrical control systems.
• Performs corrective work orders daily and completes appropriate paperwork utilizing the CMS.
• Installs plumbing piping systems, fixtures, and associated equipment as assigned, for renovation and remodeling projects for university facilities and properties.
• Limited purchasing responsibility as directed by the supervisor following Hamline purchasing policies.
• Assists in the coordination of activities of mechanical and plumbing contractors and of student employees as assigned.
• All other duties as requested.

Reporting Relationships

The Master Plumber reports to the Director of Facilities Operations and Project Management. Work with all trades groups within the Facilities Services department including those of the engineers and maintenance groups.

Employee Supervision : N / A

Student Worker Supervision : N / A

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Key Competencies

Minimum Education / Experience

Preferred Education / Experience

Required License / Certification / Registration

Working Conditions / Equipment

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range : $44.88 per hour

Full-Time Benefits : We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include :