Plumber - Fitter - Grade 3

Duties

• Perform assigned piping and plumbing installations on a wide variety of systems and equipment.
• Install, repair and maintain a wide variety of plumbing and piping components.
• Test and inspect completed work to detect faulty installations and correct as necessary.
• Perform inspections, maintenance, and housekeeping programs on various areas.
• Install, repair and maintain all types of plumbing and piping materials and components.
• Operate various types of hand and power tools to cut, thread, bend and join pipe.
• Operate and maintain portable sewage and water pumps, sewage cleaning machines and rods, etc.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, sketches, and work orders.
• Plan and layout work in proper sequence, assuring top-quality work in all aspects.
• Detect unusual conditions and defective materials and report to supervisor.
• Maintain workshop and job area in clean, neat, and orderly condition.
• Protect surrounding property and furniture from damage during process of work.
• Answer questions for and/or direct the work of apprentices and/or lower grade employees as required.
• Operate motor vehicle as required.
• Perform other duties related or similar to the type described above.

Job Requirements

• Requires the use of advanced shop mathematics together with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, handbook formulas, all varieties of precision measuring instruments and/or the use of broad training in a recognized trade.
• Equivalent to a complete accredited, indentured apprenticeship or equivalent to high school plus a 2-year technical college education.
• Over 1 year up to and including 3 years of effective experience.
• None required.

Qualifications

• MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE: 1 to 3 years of effective experience.

Work Schedule

3:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Days Off

Saturday, Sunday

Background Checks/Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Salary and Benefits

For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.