Jobs at UMass Dartmouth

POSITION TITLE: Plumber and Steamfitter II

AGENCY: University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

SALARY: Grade 18

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises and assists with related work to install, repair, maintain and/or alter steam, heating, water supply, drainage and disposal systems.

Follows the University’s best practices to build and/or support student academic success and retention, and assist in meeting strategic objectives for persistence and timely graduation of all the student population.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the direct supervision of Building Maintenance Supervisor II who provides instruction, assigns work, and reviews performance through inspection for proper completion.

DIRECT REPORTING STAFF:

Incumbents of positions at this level exercise direct supervision (i.e., not through an intermediate level supervisor) over, assign work to and review the performance of 1 – 5 skilled tradesmen.

DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Installs, repairs, maintains, and/or alters steam and plumbing systems by cleaning sewer drains; by operating power tools, welding equipment, sewer cleaning machines, hand tools and plumbing equipment; by laying out, cutting and fitting material for welding; by packing joints, valves and pumps; by cutting and threading pipes; by caulking and packing lead joints, valves and pumps; by replacing seals in water closets; by cleaning filters; by unplugging sinks, toilets and drains; and by insulating heat tracing wires and/or piping to ensure that equipment is in proper working order and to meet agency needs
• Inspects buildings to determine need for repairs
• Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches, instructions, or layouts to understand construction work to be done
• Schedules installation, maintenance and/or repair work by conferring with supervisors and other department personnel to determine locations of equipment and appropriate time to complete the project
• Estimates length of time, cost of materials and manpower needed by using current market rates and man-hour output to develop a work project budget
• Handles complaints from building occupants regarding assigned work and takes appropriate corrective action
• Performs related duties such as erecting scaffolding, riggings and/or ladders; laying out drop cloths; fabricating miscellaneous metal products; sharpening and tempering various tools; cleaning tools and equipment; preparing work reports; and training employees on the job
• Receive complaints from building occupants and refer/assign complaints to appropriate personnel for corrective action
• Prepare requisitions for supplies and equipment as needed
• Maintain records on such matters as work completed, time sheets, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE:

1. Knowledge of the types and uses of small handheld tools such as hammers, saws, screwdrivers, chisels, drills
2. Knowledge of the types and uses of small measurement devices such as calipers, levels, rulers, steel squares, etc.
3. Knowledge of the types and uses of handheld power tools such as power saws, power drills and power hammers, etc.
4. Knowledge of the types and uses of materials used in plumbing such as steel, malleable cast and galvanized iron; clay; glass; etc.
5. Knowledge of the types and uses of hand tools used in plumbing such as wrenches, hammers, pliers, taps, dies, etc.
6. Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment used in plumbing such as blowtorches, soldering equipment, gauges, etc.
7. Knowledge of the safety practices and procedures followed in plumbing
8. Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of plumbing
9. Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of steam fitting
10. Knowledge of sanitation methods, techniques and procedures followed in plumbing
11. Knowledge of the methods and techniques of pipefitting
12. Knowledge of the methods and techniques of pipe threading
13. Knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing plumbing
14. Skill in using small hand tools such as hammers, saws, screwdrivers, chisels, drills, etc.
15. Skill in using small measurement devices such as calipers, levels, rulers, steel squares, gauges, etc.
16. Skill in using handheld power tools such as saws, drills, power hammers, etc.
17. Skill in the use of hand tools used in plumbing such as wrenches, hammers, pliers, taps, dies, etc.
18. Skill in the use of equipment used in plumbing such as blowtorches, soldering equipment, gauges, etc.
19. Ability to read and interpret documents such as plans, blueprints, and drawings
20. Ability to follow oral and written instructions
21. Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
22. Ability to lift and carry heavy objects
23. Ability to work in cramped or confined spaces
24. Ability to understand and apply the laws, rules and regulations governing plumbing
25. Ability to give oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner
26. Ability to write clearly and concisely
27. Physical stamina and endurance
28. Ability to supervise, including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished, the capabilities of subordinates and available resources; controlling work through periodic reviews and/or evaluations; determining subordinates’ training needs and providing or arranging for such training; motivating subordinates to work effectively; determining the need for disciplinary action, and either recommending or initiating disciplinary action
29. Ability to give written instructions in a precise, understandable manner
30. Ability to maintain accurate records

QUALIFICATIONS ACQUIRED ON JOB:

1. Knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing assigned unit activities
2. Knowledge of the policy procedure specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities
3. Knowledge of the types and uses of agency forms
4. Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of supervision

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in plumbing and steam fitting

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts journeyman or Master Plumber's license issued by the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters

REMARKS: Position requires employee to be “on-call” at the discretion of Facilities Management to respond to situations that arise during holidays, weekends, or evenings after assigned shift hours

DEPARTMENT: Plumbing Shop Department

NO. OF POSITIONS: 1

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING: Yes

STATE FUNDED:  No  

SALARY: $60,216.52-$85,312.76 

HOURS:  M-F

GRADE: 18

UNION:  AFT Maintainers 

UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:

• 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• State Pension Retirement Plan
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans
• Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
• Twelve (12) paid holidays
• Paid personal, vacation, and sick time
• And More!

Benefits for AFSCME Union- AFT Maintainers

Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

To apply please submit a letter of interest, a current resume and the contact information for three professional references.

The deadline for internal applicants is August 12, 2024.

The review of internal and external applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.