Plumber​/Pipefitter​/HVAC Repair or Senior Plumber​/Pipefitter​/HVAC Repair

Plumber/Pipefitter/HVAC Repair or Senior Plumber/Pipefitter/HVAC Repair

Position Title: Plumber/Pipefitter/HVAC Repair or Senior Plumber/Pipefitter/HVAC Repair

Department: Plant Operations

Term of Assignment: Continuing

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt = overtime eligible

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

Travel: No travel

Salary: Plumber/Pipefitter/HVAC Repair $26.35 starting/$27.73 working;
Senior Plumber/Pipefitter/HVAC Repair $28.47 starting/$29.89 working

Brief Statement of Duties

Under general supervision, provide skills and engage in technical maintenance repair and renovation work in and around university buildings.

Minimum Qualifications Required Education

High School Graduation or Equivalent

Required Specialized Training/Certifications

• Plumber/Pipefitter/HVAC Repair and Senior Plumber/Pipefitter/HVAC Repair
• Current journeyman plumber license in the State of Michigan
• Current and valid motor vehicle operator's license
• Current Approved/Certified Backflow Preventer Assemblies Tester in the State of Michigan
• Special training in steam trap surveying, testing utilizing diagnostic equipment, and repairing

Required Minimum Work Experience

• Two years of experience in the plumbing or pipe fitting trade, including heating, ventilating, air conditioning, steam, domestic and hydronic water, air, condensate and/or sewage systems and equipment (Plumber/Pipefitter/HVAC Repair)
• Five years of experience in the plumbing or pipe fitting trade, including heating, ventilating, air conditioning, steam, domestic and hydronic water, air, condensate and/or sewage systems and equipment (Senior Plumber/Pipefitter/HVAC Repair)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Attributes Required for Satisfactory Performance of the Position Duties Knowledge

• Relevant plumbing, pipe fitting, and HVAC system installations, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance, including air handling units, pumping systems, air compressors, steam and hot water systems, steam traps, domestic water systems, plumbing fixtures, heat exchangers, etc.
• Building and construction materials, methods, and tools involved in construction
• Plumbing, mechanical and ventilation codes and design and engineering principles involved in production of technical plans and drawings
• Building structural systems and electrical systems operations
• Computer applications (e.g., word processing, email, internet, web‑based programs)

Skills

• Equipment operation monitoring, troubleshooting, diagnosis, installation, maintenance, and repair
• Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively deal with a broad variety of people and prepare quality correspondence
• Excellent critical thinking skills and good judgment; able to effectively analyze situations and solve problems
• Effective interpersonal skills; able to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Strong organizational skills; able to prioritize, plan work, and handle multiple tasks
• Excellent customer service skills

Attributes

• Physically capable to perform all of the duties and responsibilities of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
• May be required to successfully complete oral, written or performance tests
• Willingness to conduct and assist in custodial, housekeeping and maintenance in‑service training and workshops
• Must have mechanical aptitude to accomplish assigned duties
• Conscientious and self‑motivated
• High standards for self and others
• Collegial and congenial; works well with others, is a team player
• Reliable
• Resourceful
• Remains calm in stressful situations

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of Building Automation Systems control and operation of associated devices
• Experience with centrifugal chillers, steam absorption chillers and/or cooling towers
• Experience in leading, directing, training and supervising employees
• EPA certified for Type II, III, IV or universal refrigerants

Special Instructions to Applicants

Submit application, cover letter, resume and references

Contact Information

Brenda Bickler, Employment Specialist,

NMU is an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

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