Plumber II

Company: Oklahoma State University
Location: Stillwater
Posted on: May 2, 2021

Job Description:

Job SummaryInstallation of new plumbing systems and fixtures using the proper materials, methods, and procedures. Installations shall meet any local, state, and BOCA codes.Repairs to existing plumbing systems.Must be able to size lines, select proper materials, install materials to meet codes, and make repairs.Miscellaneous support to all shops as to proper materials, methods, and practices in the installation of plumbing systems.Perform other duties related to operations, maintenance and renovations to buildings and equipment such as preventive maintenance; light duty carpentry, painting, electrical and other miscellaneous repair and maintenance activities; and respond to emergency and urgent work.Employee in this position is required to be on rotating standby for emergencies or any other event after 5 p.m. weekdays, weekends and holidays. Employee in this position is required to work overtime when work requires. Employee in this position is required to work shift work when work can't be accomplished during regular hours and when the Management staff deems necessary.The incumbent may be required to provide their own basic hand tools and maintain them in good working condition.Must be able to perform snow and ice removal tasks, and respond at any time of the day or night when scheduled by management regardless of the weather conditions.Work may be performed in generally cramped and dirty quarters, around pressurized systems and hot lines.Must use appropriate personal protective equipment as required (gloves, safety glasses, etc.). These items are not for personal use.Must work safely and promote a safe work environment.OSU offers a generous benefits package for continuous, regular positions, including but not limited to health, life and retirement benefits, paid leave and 12 paid holidays per year. Other benefits include employee and dependent tuition waivers, free gym memberships, a free confidential employee assistance program and much, much more.Work activities can involve exposure to rotating equipment, confined spaces, temperature extremes, and dirty, wet and noisy areas, pressurized systems and hot lines.Position QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:High school diploma/GEDFour years of prior successful work experience in plumbing, gas piping installations and other utility experience in the building trades or technical field at a building maintenance organization; or two years post-secondary education in the building trades or technical field with two years of prior successful maintenance experience in a university, commercial or industrial building maintenance organization.Have before hire and maintain after hire, a valid driver's license. A valid driver's license must be maintained for the operation of an OSU vehicle, which is required in the performance of job duties as assigned.Working knowledge of plumbing codes and how to install systems to meet these codes. Knowledge of various materials that can be used and meet all codes.This position is heavy in manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally.Ability to become proficient in the use of "AiM" computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software and the use of mobile technology.Must work safely and promote a safe environment.Preferred Qualifications:Vocational/Technical degree in Building Trades or Technical FieldTwo years of post-secondary education in the building trades with three years of prior successful work experience with plumbing, gas piping installations and other utility experience in the building trades or technical field at a university, commercial or industrial building maintenance organization.

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