PLUMBER-PIPEFITTER

To assemble, install and repair piping, fixtures and equipment used in the distribution and drainage of water and water-carried wastes, air, gas, steam, heating water, and chilled water, under low or high pressure.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect and repair water mains, service lines, sewer lines, air and gas lines, valves, gauges, pumps and fixtures, including sinks, dishwashers, water heaters, toilets, urinals, footbaths and disposals.
• Install, inspect and repair steam, condensate, and water lines, equipment, radiators, traps, valves, pumps, gauges, controls, fittings and accessories.
• Cut pipe and thread, using threading machine or other mechanical method, and bend pipe by hand or with pipe-bending machine.
• Assemble and install pipe and pipefittings of brass, cast-iron, copper, lead, glass, plastic and other materials.
• Join piping by means of threaded, caulked, wiped, soldered, brazed, fused, pressed, cemented or welded joints.
• Cut or bore through walls, ceilings or partitions.
• Test piping systems for leaks using gauges.
• Secure pipes to structures with clamps, brackets and hangers.
• Unplug clogged drains, pipes and fixtures using a drain snake.
• Install and maintain boilers, and refrigeration and air-conditioning systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches and job specifications.
• Install, repair and maintain fire protection systems.
• Prepare records and service reports of materials and time expended.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school, or GED equivalent.
• Current Journey Plumber's license (maintained for the duration of employment in the classification), and backflow certification (maintained for the duration of employment in the classification).
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, equipment, and materials used in the installation and repair of domestic water, steam, heating, chilled water distribution systems and fixtures.
• Reasonable experience in the installation and repair of water distribution systems and fixtures.
• Considerable skill in the operation of plumbing and pipefitting tools, power equipment, and machinery.
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in relationships with others.
• Reasonable knowledge of plumbing codes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the classification in areas that can be located at high elevations; behind or beneath obstacles; in confined spaces; subject to high heat; underground; in walls or floors; inside or outside buildings.
• Working knowledge of underground water mains, drain pipes and associated valves, pits, separators, and structures.
• Working knowledge of steam, hydronic, chemical treatment, and other process piping systems.
• Ability to observe safety precautions in the operation of tools, power equipment, and machinery.
• Reasonable knowledge of the maintenance requirements of steam, heating, chilled water, and domestic water lines, fixtures, and controls.

Qualifications

• Experience in health care facility plumbing, maintenance and/or construction experience in all phases of plumbing; commercial & industrial.
• Knowledge of Google products, Smart Phone technology, tablet technology and computers.
• Ability to do on-line research.
• As applicable, medical gas certification (maintained for the duration of employment in the classification).
• Experience working with an automated work order system.
• Proven ability to provide professional customer service.
• Exceptional written, electronic and verbal communication.

Schedule

Primary hours are 7:00 AM-3:15 PM, Monday - Friday.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the U-M Skilled Trades Union, Inc., which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.