Plumber And Steamfitter I

Location: Lowell, MA

About the role

Incumbents of this position repair, maintain, and/or alter the following systems and equipment:

• Plumbing sanitary piping and fixtures
• Roof drainage systems, storm drain piping, and fixtures
• Hot and cold water distribution systems
• Gas distribution systems
• Steam and hot water heating units
• Fire sprinkler system emergency response
• Backflow prevention systems and safety equipment
• Irrigation systems
• Safety eyewash and deluge shower piping systems
• Special lab acid waste and water systems
• Industrial cafeteria equipment

Plumber and Steamfitter I is the entry-level skilled trade job in this series.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations concerning plumbing practices
• Read and interpret plumbing plans, schematics, and drawings
• Detect and locate causes of plumbing failure or breakdown
• Perform emergency response for fire sprinkler systems
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment used in plumbing work
• Follow safety practices and procedures in plumbing
• Lift and carry heavy objects
• Climb and work from ladders and scaffolds, including in confined spaces
• Maintain accurate records
• Make decisions and act quickly in emergency situations
• Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships

Requirements

• Massachusetts Journeyman or Master Plumbing License
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience installing, servicing, or inspecting plumbing systems, gas distribution systems, and boiler components
• Knowledge of state and local plumbing codes
• Knowledge of the principles and theory of plumbing and steam fitting
• Knowledge of types and uses of hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment
• Knowledge of safety practices and inspection techniques in plumbing
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions clearly and concisely
• Manual dexterity and aptitude for working in physically demanding conditions
• Current and valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience as a Massachusetts licensed plumber
• Demonstrated willingness to be on essential personnel list for facility-related emergencies and university closings due to weather
• Experience operating air and hydraulic lifts
• Similar institution experience
• General knowledge of steam and HVAC systems
• Ability to diagnose boiler controls such as gas valves, relays, aquastats, pressuretrols, power burners, etc.
• Ability to use electrical testing meters

Pay

This is a benefited, full-time position, Grade 18 - Step 1. Step 1 current bi-weekly rate of $2,322.44, with progression to Step 14 at $3,160.35. Anticipated union rate increases pending.