Plumber

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Role Specifications

Below you will find classification and compensation information.  For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page

Family -  Facilities Operations

Sub-Family - Skilled Crafts and Trades

Career Track / Level - O2

Grade - 6

Role Summary

Serves as an experienced plumber focused on the installation and repair of water, steam, and gas systems. This position may involve the training of new employees. The incumbent performs an experienced level of plumbing tasks including the installation, repair, assembly and maintenance of water, sewage, drainage, air, steam, gas, and vacuum systems and related equipment and facilities in compliance with state and local codes. 

Examples of Work Performed

• Installs, connects, and tests plumbing fixtures such as urinals, water closets, wash basins, sinks and drinking fountains, compressed air fixtures, and such gas fired equipment as heat furnaces, boilers and processing tanks.

• Monitors and troubleshoots major plumbing breakdowns by diagnosing trouble and repairing, replacing or taking other corrective action of such items as clogged main sewer lines, main gas line breakdown, steam equipment and devices, and fire sprinkling systems.

• Determines routing of pipe and location of such plumbing fixtures, accessories and equipment as inlets, vent pipes, valves, meters, gauges, hangers, brackets and water, sewer, gas and air connections by following and adhering to trade practice specifications, blueprints, sketches, and codes.

• Indicates lines and points on walls, floors, ceilings and open areas or sets stakes to locate pipe routes, inlets, outlets, connections, fixtures, and equipment; prepares working sketch as required.

• Checks, services, cleans, and connects oxygen, nitrous oxide and suction regulators.

• Provides technical guidance and direction to assigned individuals.

• Operates and maintains equipment such as: back hoe, trenchers, and sewer cleaning equipment.

• Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following.  Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Installs, connects, and tests plumbing fixtures.
2. Determines routing of pipe and location of plumbing fixtures, accessories and equipment.
3. Ensures compliance with state and local codes.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education: High School or Equivalent

Experience: (2) Two Years Experience

Licensure: Must possess a valid driver’s license. May need a commercial driver’s license (CDL).

Substitution Statement: An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience: Four (4) years of experience related to the above described duties and/or completion of an apprenticeship program.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:  These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis. 

Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion:  The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 100 pounds.

Vision:  Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination:  While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.