Trades Specialist - Plumber

Summary

VCU’s Facilities Management Department is seeking to hire a Trades Specialist-Plumber in Facilities Operations.

The Trades Specialist performs maintenance and repair work in a University Zone using skills and experience gained in the plumbing trade to ensure the efficient operation of the buildings. The Trades Specialist responds under direction or independently to service work orders that address repairs and equipment failures related to plumbing that involve building equipment and systems such as circulating pumps, DI systems, steam converters, heating and chilled water lines, process water lines, regulating valves, and plumbing fixtures of all types; uses assorted fittings, gaskets, couplings, traps, valves, and soldering techniques; and provides quality workmanship and service to maximize system availability and minimize unscheduled downtime.

Benefits include:
• 28 days of annual paid leave (University Leave)
• 16 days of annual holiday leave
• Competitive health benefits package commences within 30 days of employment
• Paid training
• Retirement offered through Virginia Retirement System
• Tuition waiver with up to 2 classes per semester (6 credits)
• Parental and Care Giver Leave

Minimum Hiring Standards

• Knowledge of residential and commercial plumbing systems
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to supervision, other employees, and customers
• Ability to read/interpret drawings, plans, specifications, and scopes
• Ability to use a wide variety of hand tools and power equipment
• Valid State of Virginia Driver's License
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Must have State of Virginia Plumbing Journeyman's License and Backflow prevention certification or the ability to have license and certification, and obtain within two years of employment
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

Preferred Hiring Standards

• Working knowledge of other trades

Required Licensure/Certification

• State of Virginia Driver's License
• Must have State of Virginia Plumbing Journeyman's License and Backflow prevention certification or the ability to have license and certification, and obtain within two years of employment

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

Physical Demands & Activities

Light Lifting (<20 lbs): Essential
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs): Essential
Heavy Lifting (>50 lbs): Essential
Pushing/Pulling: Essential
Standing: Essential
Sitting: Essential
Repetitive Motion: Essential
Walking: Essential
Climbing: Essential
Reaching: Essential
Bending: Essential

Environmental Conditions

Extreme heat/cold: Essential
Extreme Noise: Essential
Vibrations: Essential
Fumes: Essential
Mists/gases: Essential

Emotional Demands

Fast pace: Essential
Average Pace: Essential
Multiple Stimuli: Essential
Intense Customer Interaction: Essential
Frequent Change: Essential

Mental/Sensory Demands

Memory: Essential
Reasoning: Essential
Hearing: Essential
Reading: Essential
Analyzing: Essential
Logic: Essential
Verbal Communication: Essential
Written Communication: Essential

Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm with a rotating on-call schedule

ORP Eligible: No

VCU Slotting: Plumber FM 1-3 (17061-17063)

Closing Date: April 18, 2023

Salary Range: $40,000 - $50,000



Position Details:

Department: Facilities Management, Facilities Operations
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 1
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt