Plumber II

To provide journeyman level skills in the installation, maintenance, remodeling, repair, and servicing of the plumbing systems. Responsible for the prompt performance of assigned plumbing and related duties. Frequently responsible for supervision of semi-skilled or unskilled workers.

Description of Duties

• Installs pipes, sinks, traps, washbowls, toilet fittings, drains, special laboratory sinks and drain tables.

• Repairs and maintains valves, faucets, traps, sinks, and vents.

• Connects hot water heaters, gas heaters and furnaces and tests for safety.

• Repairs sewer pipes.

• Locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors.

• Studies building plans and drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installations.

• Welds holding fixtures to steel structural members.

• Purchases and inventories shop supplies, machinery and equipment.

• Analyzes and resolves work problems.

• Inspects structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided in order to prevent weakening of structure resulting from installation of pipe.

• Unstops clogged lines.

• Performs minor carpentry, digging and cleanup duties related to the assignment.

• Emergency work on weekends/nights.

• Complies with all State and University Policies.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General direction from the assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of all assigned staff.

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education

N/A

Licenses/Certifications

Journeyman plumbing license preferred.

As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business. Per University of Texas System Policy 157, applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty-six (36) month history. Out of State Drivers are required to submit a 36-month history MVR from their prior State of residence(s).

Required Experience

Two (2) years of skilled/journeyman level plumbing experience.

Preferred Experience

Three or more years of the above experience.

Equipment

Skilled use of wrenches, pipe-cutting and threading tools, metal saws and other similar tools of the trade.

Use of gauges and pressure equipment in checking for leaks.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Must be able to perform strenuous physical duties, including but not limited to those listed above. Exposure to outside environments, hot, dry, wet, cold; some work in restricted spaces, exposure to dampness, dust, some duties and working conditions may create bodily strain and discomfort. Duties may involve the carrying, lifting and moving of heavy objects, bending, stooping, crawling, climbing, reaching, and other activities requiring physical exertion; exposure to sewage and disagreeable odors. Work may involve digging and working in trenches to locate and repair pipes. Danger of falls, chemicals, electrical shock and burns, and hazards and conditions inherent to the trade or assignment.

Other

This position will be subject to a pre-employment physical.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category Full-Time Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date 12/31/2023 Grant Funded Position No If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date