Plumber, UMKC Campus Facilities, 28213

Hiring Department

Campus Facilities Management (CFM)

Job Description

The UMKC Campus Facilities Management (CFM) team is seeking an experienced Plumber to join our team. (UM System Job Title: MTS Pipefitter). We're looking for an individual to perform skilled work on a journey level in the installation, maintenance, service and repair of all components of plumbing and steam systems and equipment. All work is subject to spot checking and inspection for conformance to specifications and accepted standards of the trade.

The CFM team supports both the UMKC Volker Campus which is just south of the Country Club Plaza as well as the UMKC Health Sciences campus which is part of the UMKC Health Sciences District in downtown Kansas City. As a UMKC employee you will belong to an engaged and diverse community. There is never a dull or typiocal day on campus as we have a wide variety of buildings that range from over 100 years old to just under 2 years old, and some of our most iconic buildings have great history in Kansas City, for example Scofield Hall. This job could be the refreshing change and new opportunity you are looking for – apply today!

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Install, repair, and maintain water, air, vacuum, gas, hot water, distilled water, acid, and chemical distribution lines and systems; storm and sanitary waste lines and systems; steam and condensate return distribution lines and systems, all ranging from standard systems to specialized installations. May be required to inspect, test, service, and maintain water softening equipment.
• Cut, thread, and join pipe. May perform soldering, lead wiping, acetylene, and electric cutting and welding. Insulate and paint lines and equipment as required. Drill holes in walls, floors, and ceilings.
• Clean, maintain, safely operate and properly store all tools and equipment.
• Observe and enforce all safety requirements related to equipment operation.
• May perform or assist in the preparation of cost estimates, material orders, reports and maintenance of records.
• Other duties as assigned
  

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.
• Four years actual work experience and training which may include equivalent of apprenticeship or completion of vocational training, in the trade.
• Ability to read blueprints, plans, drawings, and plumbing diagrams.
• Skill in maintenance and use of tools, equipment and materials of applicable trade.
• Ability on a daily basis to:
  • Grasp, lift, maneuver, rotate, and otherwise use small to large trades tools and equipment.
  • Grasp, lift, carry, and set down heavy objects (50-80 lbs.).
  • Grasp, turn, twist, pull, push, lift, and otherwise move equipment, controls, parts, etc.
  • Visually assess maintenance, construction and repair needs.
  • Climb and work from ladders, stairs, and scaffolding.
• A valid driver's license may be required

Preferred Qualifications

• Backflow Preventer Device Certification (ABPA or ASSE) or abiltiy to obtain certification within 6-months is preferred
  

Full Time/Part Time

Full time, 40-hours per week (1.0 FTE), fbenefit-eligible, staff position.

Salary

• Commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.
• Position is eligible for a $1,500 hiring incentive (see HR-104 Hiring Incentives for Faculty and Staff)

Shift

• Monday through Friday, 7:30a - 4:00p
• Some nights, weekends, and overtime may be required, as needed
• This position will primary support the UKMC Helath Sciences Campus.

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin immedidately, position will remain open until filled. Appy today!

Application Instructions

Applicants must combine all application materials (cover letter, resume, and list of five references with contact information) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment.

Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

If you are experiencing technical problems, please call (800) 488-5288.

Note, you must provide a description of job duties for each Work Experience entry on your application. Please carefully review the application instructions section of our Careers page prior to submitting your materials.

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Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor - Human Resources at 816-235-1621.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of this job. If you believe you may have difficulty performing any of the duties or functions of this job, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.

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