Plumber, Senior

About the role

Join Purdue University Fort Wayne (PFW). This position will perform preventative maintenance, installation, repair, inspection, calibration, etc. to PFW campus plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Respond to daily work orders for issues relating to campus plumbing systems.
• Diagnose problems and determine appropriate repair solutions.
• Ensure repairs and maintenance are completed when needed and make recommendations for new equipment purchases to supervisor.
• Manage parts and supplies needed.
• Submit new work orders for issues found.
• Conduct inspections on campus plumbing systems including annual fire hydrant testing, annual back flow prevention testing and repairs, and annual in-ground main water shutoff valve exercising.
• Analyze and develop plumbing layout of installations, ensuring compliance of construction and local plumbing codes.
• Make recommendations for equipment purchases.
• Determine and purchase supplies necessary for installations and repairs.
• Install and connect new lines, valves, and equipment as needed.
• Assist with campus utilities shutdowns, including assisting outside contractors in locating and servicing facilities, equipment, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or GED.
• Active Indiana plumber license.
• 4 years of plumbing experience; commercial plumbing experience is a requirement.
• Demonstrable ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair various piping systems including chilled water, steam, air, gas, high- and low-pressure steam lines, heating systems, air compressors, or pneumatic controls.
• Proficient in the installation of water lines, waste lines, steam lines, refrigerant lines, fixtures, and valves.
• Familiarity with local plumbing codes, flow capacities, and restrictive flow characteristics of pipes and fittings.
• Must be able to move, lift, carry, push and pull 25 to 50 pounds, frequently and up to 60 pounds occasionally.
• Must have the ability to work at various heights on ladders, bucket trucks, etc.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and remain in compliance with the Purdue University Motor Vehicle Records policy requirements.

Benefits

• Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
• Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
• Insurance starts on first day of employment.
• Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December.
• Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/

Pay

The hourly wage for this position is $32.00/hr.