Lead Plumber

Assistant Director of Facilities Management

Department

Facilities Management

Effective Date

September 28, 2021

JOB SUMMARY

Assist the Facilities Management department in fulfilling the mission of Southern Nazarene University, by performing maintenance, repairs, and renovations on university facilities and fixtures using skills related to the plumbing trade; to provide safe, attractive, and functional facilities, and foster an environment conducive to quality Christian living and learning.

The Plumbing Supervisor is a working supervisor, performing plumbing work and responsible for providing leadership, communication, instruction, inspection, and evaluation within the Plumbing Department. The Plumbing supervisor will maintain accurate records relating to equipment inspection, licenses, product information, MSDS, and all materials used within the department to repair, replace, or maintain plumbing equipment and fixtures on the University campus. The Plumbing supervisor will provide specialized on the job training for helpers and will represent SNU to services providers, customers, and vendors.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions Including but not limited to:

• Communicate with Assistant Director of Facilities Management as it relates to projects, outstanding work orders and departmental concerns.

• Communicate with campus customers, including faculty, staff, and students, regarding work to be completed.

• Communicate with vendors and contractors regarding supplies, equipment, and projects.

• Communicate with Plumbers Helper giving instructions, education, departmental communication, and professional development.

• Inspects plumbing systems to determine preventative maintenance, routine and emergency repairs or services.

• Inspects the work of outside contractors to ensure compliance with codes and regulations.

• The Plumber Supervisor will be responsible for keeping accurate records of inspections, licenses, and certifications that pertain to plumbing systems, pools, code requirements, and employees.

• The Plumbing Supervisor is responsible for keeping records of university equipment, both purchased and in stock.

• The Plumbing supervisor will be responsible for completing work orders in the TMA work order system.

• The Plumbing Supervisor is responsible for coordinating and accomplishing the installation, modification, maintenance, repair and overhaul of university plumbing systems and equipment utilized in buildings, facilities, and machinery of the University. This includes but is not limited to plumbing systems above and below ground, systems, and fixtures of all types.

• The Plumbing Supervisor plans work in accordance with weekly schedules and coordinates the plumbing work to fit into work schedule with other shops.

• The Plumbing Supervisor determines method and sequence of operations and estimates costs required to locate, install, test, repair and modify plumbing systems and equipment by interpreting blueprints, sketches, and diagrams; following technical, verbal, written or electronic instructions; and being guided by trade practices, manufactures and underwriters specifications, thorough knowledge and plumbing theory.

• The Plumbing supervisor will be familiar with the material ordering process and scheduling of work to shop. Provides assistance and advice in scheduling work done by the University staff, vendors, and contractors.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. According to SNU policy, all faculty and staff must possess a strong personal Christian commitment and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ centered community.

• An understanding of the importance for diversity, inclusion, and equity.

• Ability to effectively supervise assigned staff with sound, independent judgment, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to independently follow through and prioritize workload to meet deadlines while working in a service-oriented environment with frequently changing priorities.

• Substantial skills in maintenance and repair procedures including preventative maintenance, breakdown repair and trouble shooting.

• Substantial skills in construction, installation, and fabrication techniques typical to the trade.

• Thorough knowledge of applicable codes and regulations as well as departmental and University policies, procedures and practices required to carry out functions.

• Skills to read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings.

• Must be physically able to perform all job functions.

• Must have a valid Oklahoma drivers license.

• Ability to work in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities. Must be able to perform all job functions, including but not limited to bending, squatting, stretching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting 50 pounds unassisted (200 pounds with others assisting), must be able to push or pull heavy loads, fixtures and equipment.

• Must be able to work from lifts, scaffolding and high platforms; balance, stoop, kneel and crouch and crawl to gain access to work areas.

• Must be able to work in confined spaces and from heights.

• Needs good dexterity in small tedious work and coordination in heavier demanding tasks.

• Needs good near-visual acuity, depth perception, field of vision and color vision in carrying out assigned tasks and reading a variety of hand tools and meters.

• Required to work inside and outside in all weather conditions.

• High school graduate.

• Licensed Plumber, Contractors License preferredor must be able to acquire a Contractors License within one year.

• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to prioritize multiple demands in fast paced work environment.

• Typing and spelling competency.

• Experience with various computer software applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some college coursework

• Experience in higher education

• Minimum of two years of related work experience and/or relevant training

Supervision Received:

Receives supervision and work assignments from a designated supervisor, although other staff members in the unit may provide work direction.

Supervision Exercised:

May be responsible for the coordination of work assignments for student employees.

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