Plumbing Professional (Sign-On Bonus)

About the role

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is currently seeking a Plumber or Plumber Specialist to join the Department of Facilities Maintenance. The position is filled dependent on the selected candidate's qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Installs, diagnoses problems, repairs and maintains pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, gas, sewer and drainage systems according to blueprints, specifications, and plumbing codes.
• Lays out and assembles pipe systems and supports.
• Cuts, bends, welds and threads pipe.
• Inspects work site to determine presence of obstructions; plans installation and repairs to avoid obstructions.
• Oversees and performs repair and replacement of toilets, sinks, drain lines, and faucets.
• Cleans obstruction from waste and sewage lines.
• Prepares estimates of time, labor, and materials.
• Prepares reports reflecting daily operations and project status.
• Operates and maintains tools and equipment of the plumbing trade.
• Cleans work area upon completion of project.
• Provides guidance and training in plumbing work to other maintenance personnel.
• May have lead responsibility for special projects.

Requirements

• Four (4) years progressively responsible experience in the plumbing trade.
• High School Diploma/GED and six (6) years progressively responsible experience in the plumbing and pipe fitting trade, experience with maintenance of hot water systems/components.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the theory, principles, methods and techniques used in the pipe fitting and plumbing trade, including water valves, sewer, storm drain systems, steam and hot and chilled water systems.
• Thorough knowledge of and skill in basic mathematics including area, volume, weights, and the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions; of OSHA regulations related to the plumbing trade; of plumbing codes, the requirements for domestic water and waste disposal systems.
• Working knowledge of computer based maintenance/cost estimating programs.
• Knowledge of electronic and direct digital control devices in the operation of specialized laboratory equipment.
• Ability to provide leadership to lower level mechanics; ability to read, interpret, and work from complex blueprints, drawings, and specifications; to prepare summaries and reports; to communicate effectively and follow directions; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work at heights up to 20 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 50 lbs. regularly and 75 lbs. occasionally; to work at depths of 20'; to shore and trench according to OSHA/MOSH regulations; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on equipment and machinery; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
• Working knowledge of electric motors, controls, pumps, and wiring.

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the theory, principles, methods and techniques used in the pipe fitting and plumbing trade, including water valves, sewer, storm drain systems, steam and hot and chilled water systems.
• Thorough knowledge of and skill in basic mathematics including area, volume, weights, and the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions; of OSHA regulations related to the plumbing trade; of plumbing codes, the requirements for domestic water and waste disposal systems.
• Working knowledge of computer based maintenance/cost estimating programs.
• Knowledge of electronic and direct digital control devices in the operation of specialized laboratory equipment.
• Ability to provide leadership to lower level mechanics; ability to read, interpret, and work from complex blueprints, drawings, and specifications; to prepare summaries and reports; to communicate effectively and follow directions; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work at heights up to 20 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 50 lbs. regularly and 75 lbs. occasionally; to work at depths of 20'; to shore and trench according to OSHA/MOSH regulations; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on equipment and machinery; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
• Working knowledge of electric motors, controls, pumps, and wiring.

Benefits

• Retirement program (pension)
• Generous paid leave package
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Professional learning and development programs
• Tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school

Pay

$65,853.65 - $73,170.73 per year for Plumber / $75,121.95 - $85,853.65 per year for Plumber Specialist (Commensurate with education and experience)

Schedule

Employees assigned to work with CFC refrigerants must maintain valid certification in accordance with federal law. Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).