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Job Summary Central Washington University is recruiting two Licensed PL01 Commercial/Industrial working plumbers (Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter) to join our Mechanical Shop team. This role is an important member of our team as they meet the maintenance needs for the University. The Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter works in the fields of plumbing, steam fitting, pipefitting, and the mechanical trades. This position is involved with the installation, repair and maintenance of all plumbing, piping and mechanical equipment on the campus. This position will maintain and repair underground utilities including steam, chilled water, domestic water, sewer, and storm drain systems. We're looking for a professional who can work independently and as part of a team to perform general maintenance plumbing, pipefitting, steamfitting, and other related tasks. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. We offer a competitive salary range from $72,552 to $84,192 annually, plus benefits such as medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, tuition assistance, and more. The successful candidate will have a current Washington State PL01 License/Certificate, valid Washington State driver's license, and be able to communicate in a professional and courteous manner with supervisors, co-workers, and clients. The Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter will report to the Maintenance Specialist 4 and Maintenance Specialist 5 serving the Facilities Management Department. What We Offer A healthy and successful future for you is important to us. We offer medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement and optional savings plans, tuition assistance for you and your dependents, discounts across town, an employee assistance program for individualized counseling, and a wellness incentive program. The Role The Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter works in the fields of plumbing, steam fitting, pipefitting, and the mechanical trades. This position is involved with the installation, repair and maintenance of all plumbing, piping and mechanical equipment on the campus and is responsible for preventive maintenance on heating, ventilating and mechanical equipment. This position will maintain and repair underground utilities including steam, chilled water, domestic water, sewer, and storm drain systems. Work is performed professionally and efficiently, incorporating both personal integrity and mutual respect. All employees are expected to support CWU's commitment to diversity and to bring and support inclusion into the university environment. Job Duties • Perform general maintenance plumbing, pipefitting, steamfitting. • Work may include but not limited to: • - Involved with the installation, repair and maintenance of all plumbing, piping, and mechanical equipment on campus. • - Responsible for preventive maintenance on heating, ventilating and mechanical equipment. • - Perform preventative maintenance along with operational trouble shooting and repair of steam and hot water boilers. • - Install and repair heating boilers in buildings, re-pipe complex systems: i.e., boiler chemical feed lines, steam and condensate lines, domestic and heating water lines. • - Install backflow prevention assemblies and systems, heat exchangers, air compressors, steam, hydraulic or air pressure regulators, steam valves, steam traps, large coils in air ducts. • - Install or repair rotating equipment: i.e., fans, pumps and gear or belt driven assemblies. • - Install remodel and repair sinks, disposals, showers, toilets, urinals, tubs, including waste and vent drainage systems, supply systems including lay-out, measuring, cutting, and installing plumbing. • - Drain cleaning with water jetters and sewer snakes. • - Maintain and repair underground utilities including steam, chilled water, and domestic water distribution systems and sewer and storm drain systems. • - Maintain condensate pumping systems including steam traps, valves, and expansion joints. • - Perform and document regularly scheduled preventative maintenance tasks on mechanical systems and heating and ventilation equipment as assigned. • - Regularly inspect, test, repair and maintain backflow prevention devices. • - Maintain necessary backflow certification to perform necessary testing to maintain required standards. • - Adjust, maintain, repair, and install heating and air conditioning systems in large public buildings. • - Assist NICET II certified personnel with the maintenance, testing and/or inspection of fire systems. • - Clean and paint mechanical equipment and mechanical spaces. • - Attend departmental meetings, safety meetings and actively participate in training sessions. • - Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications • Current Washington State PL01 License/Certificate • Valid Washington State driver's license • Must be able to communicate in a professional and courteous manner with supervisors, co-workers, and clients • Must be able to acquire a Washington State Backflow Assembly Tester License within 12 months of employment and maintain throughout employment • Must be able to communicate utilizing two-way radio system • Experience using Word, Excel, e-mail, and/or similar software applications to produce written correspondence, documentation, create simple reports, receive, and respond to e-mail inquiries, report time, etc. • Demonstrated willingness and/or experience working with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds and experiences • OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Preferred Qualifications • Working experience in heating, ventilating systems • Two or more years' experience with water based Wet & Dry fire system testing and maintenance • Washington State Backflow Assembly Tester License • Mechanical equipment maintenance experience (millwright) • Ability to incorporate multicultural perspectives and issues into everyday conversations • Life experiences that demonstrate an ability to contribute to CWU's commitment to inclusion and diversity Competencies • Accountability/Dependability: Accepts responsibility for quality of own work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time, meets standards, deadlines and work schedules. • Judgement: Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action. • Teamwork: Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support. • Adaptability/Flexibility: Responds positively to changing business needs and responsibilities. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives. • Commitment to Diversity: Recognizes the value of diversity and helps create environment that supports and embraces diversity. Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule Salary: This position is based on the range 58G of the Washington State Classification Listing, which has a minimum annual salary of $72,552 and maximum annual salary of $84,192. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Schedule/Appointment: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm (1 hour lunch) / May vary depending on the needs of the department / WFSE Bargaining Unit 1 Working Conditions: This position may work indoors and outdoors, at times in hot/cold/noisy/dirty/wet/confined areas such as mechanical rooms, manholes and excavations, and may need to physically access work areas with the equipment and tools necessary for completion of the job.
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