Journeyman Plumber

University of Idaho

Journeyman Plumber

Location: Moscow

Division/College: Facilities Management

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $22.66 per hour or higher depending on education and experience

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
Under general supervision of the Plumbing Shop Supervisor, the Journeyman Plumber/Pipe Fitter/Steam Fitter is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing all plumbing and mechanical heating and cooling piping systems inside campus buildings.

Benefits include:

• A consistent/regular schedule
• 11 Paid holidays, 12+ paid vacation days and 12 days of sick leave per year
• Reduced-cost education opportunities
• Medical, dental and vision insurance with employer cost-sharing
• State of Idaho PERSI annuity retirement program
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  - High school diploma or GED.
  
  - Complete a minimum four year apprenticeship program in plumbing and/or pipe fitting trade. - Experience safely using tools, materials, and equipment typical in the plumbing/pipe fitting trade.
  
  - Experience installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing and mechanical systems in commercial structures.
  
  - Experience steam pipe fitting, plumbing, basic electric, pump maintenance, air compressor maintenance, experience with a wide variety of mechanical equipment, handheld and power tools, ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems and make appropriate repairs.
  
  - Experience with drawings, interpreting blue prints, and schematics.
  
  - Three years’ experience working on plumbing and steam related systems, valves, pumps, motors, gear boxes, hydronic systems, bearings, belts, compressors, filters, and air dryers.
  
  - Experience following safety protocol.
  
  - Experience responding calmly in stressful situations.
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
  - HVAC, Refrigeration, Asbestos Abatement Certification, Welding Certifications, and Controls Logic and Programming.
  
  Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
  - Must lift, carry and/or otherwise move 70 pounds, bend, stoop, lift, crawl, and work in extreme weather and temperature conditions.
  
  - Must be able to work in confined spaces and at heights and use/wear appropriate personal protective equipment including full face respirator.
  
  Posting Number: SP003013P
  
  Posting Date: 09/13/2021
  
  Closing Date:
  
  Open Until Filled: Yes
  
  Special Instructions:
  Applications will be reviewed on 9/27/21 and at regular intervals thereafter until suitable applicants are hired.
  
  Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
  
  To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
  
  EEO Statement
  University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
  
  
  
  
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