Journeyman Plumber

Wesleyan University, founded in 1831, is a diverse, energetic liberal arts community where critical thinking and practical idealism go hand in hand.

Reporting to the Plumbing Working Foreperson, the plumber performs preventive, planned and corrective maintenance, repair, installation, and inspection of plumbing systems in University‑owned properties. Work scope includes licensed and unlicensed work on building fixtures, structures and site structures including field water systems, irrigation systems, underground waste, and plumbing supply infrastructure. The position supports safe and reliable operation of campus facilities through maintenance, troubleshooting, customer service, and emergency response activities.

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and test domestic hot and cold water systems, sanitary drain, waste and vent systems, drainage systems, de‑mineralized water systems, backflow prevention devices, compressed air systems, gas systems, pumps, valves, and steam traps.
• Install, modify, repair, and test piping systems.
• Transport and install water heaters, porcelain fixtures, cast‑iron pipe, copper pipe, plastic piping systems, and related equipment.
• Maintain, service, and repair drainage systems.
• Perform maintenance, repair, and testing of backflow prevention devices, pumps, and valves.
• Work directly with clients to resolve plumbing issues.
• Coordinate work activities with other Physical Plant trades and outside contractors.
• Operate plumbing tools and equipment safely, including but not limited to threading equipment, wrenches, power and hand tools, snakes, Pro Press and acetylene and oxy‑acetylene torches.
• Participate in overtime, emergency response, and campus emergency operations as required.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions include balancing, climbing, carrying, pulling/pushing, reaching, repetitive movement, sitting, standing, twisting, bending, lifting (50‑100 lbs.), climbing ladders, and working from platforms and heights as needed with or without accommodations.

This position is full‑time, 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, and is in the physical plant bargaining unit. Typical work hours are Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm with 1 hour lunch break.

Work may be performed indoors and outdoors and may involve exposure to weather, dust, noise, chemicals, confined spaces, and mechanical equipment.

This position may be required to work frequent overtime shifts which may include returning to work between shifts, nights, holidays and weekends as directed.

This position is classified as essential personnel and as such are required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are cancelled and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State of Connecticut P‑2 Plumbing License.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience installing and maintaining building, mechanical or electrical systems in institutional and residential facilities.
• Knowledge of residential and commercial building construction, applicable local, state, and national building codes, building systems, regulations, personal protective equipment, Lockout/Tagout procedures, confined space procedures, material safety data sheets; and proper waste‑disposal methods.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and build to blueprints, drawings and specifications.
• Effective communication skills and demonstrated history of satisfied customer service competencies and customer follow‑up.
• Desktop computer skills including the fundamental use of internet, e‑mail and maintenance management systems.
• Must be at least 20 years of age and possess a valid U.S. driver’s license for a minimum of three years with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to meet the scheduling needs of the position as described above.
• Demonstrated commitment to work within a diverse environment and work collegially with individuals of different backgrounds.

• Connecticut P‑1 Plumbing…