Facilities Maintenance III - Plumber

Facilities Maintenance III - Plumber

Under general supervision performs tasks related to day-to-day inspections, preventive maintenance and repair to University owned or leased buildings and facilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

A high school diploma/vocational school or equivalent. Five years of full-time experience in building maintenance AND five years of full-time experience in commercial plumbing; OR a high school diploma or equivalent, a one-year specialized education in plumbing, and three years of full-time experience in plumbing is required. A working knowledge of the State Plumbing Code and Ohio Basic Building Code is required.

Must be familiar with concepts, practices, and procedures; maintenance, electrical, plumbing, carpentry or HVAC. Knowledge of standard practices, materials and tools and knowledge of occupational hazards involved and safety precautions necessary for the building maintenance trade are required. Must be able to calculate basic math, including fractions, decimals and percentages. Must be able to read, write and comprehend common vocabulary.

May be required to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, plans, layouts and/or templates. A pre-employment physical examination will be required before original appointment. An annual physical exam may be required. Maintenance/WSU testing is required. Must currently have possessed a valid U.S. driver's license for at least one year*. A Core 4 operator license/certification (Forklift Operator – Aerial Lift – Scissor Lift – Boom Lift – Rough Terrain Fork Lift) is required as part of your employment at the University.

The University will provide the certification/training. Failure to obtain said license/certification when provided by the University shall result in separation from the University. OSHA 30-hour certificate/license required within (180) days. Failure to obtain said license/certification when provided by the University shall result in separation from the University. Must obtain backflow testing license within (1 year) of employment. Must have up to date certification for gas lines maintenance.

Working Conditions:

Conditions may require walking, stooping, climbing, pushing, pulling, heavy lifting (less than or equal to 65 pounds), high climbing, bending, working in awkward positions handling equipment and materials. There are conditions, equipment and materials present which require proper handling to ensure safety. Exposure to toxic gas, chemicals, high pressure gases, dangerous machinery, fumes and contact with insulation, dust particles and asbestos, and danger of electrical shock may exist.

Includes some heavy lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time. Any combination of overtime, shift work, weekend and holiday work may be required. Employees will be required to wear protective clothing and/or respiratory equipment when conditions warrant.

Note:

If a respirator is required for duties specific to this job, an annual respirator fit test and physical examination will be required. This position is designated as "Essential" and/or the employees may be required to provide a means to be contacted during non-duty hours for emergencies. This position may be designated as Essential and/or the employee may required to provide a means to be contacted during non duty hours or emergencies.