Qualified Craft Worker (Plumbing and Steamfitting), Multiple Positions/Various Work Schedules (...

About the role

UConn’s Facilities Operations Department is seeking qualified craft workers for positions in the Plumbing and Steamfitting trades. Positions are available on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts across various shops.

Responsibilities

• Performs highly skilled tasks in accordance with standard plumbing and steamfitting trade practices and codes
• Assembles, installs and repairs air, gas, water, steam and sewer disposal systems
• Cuts, bends, reams and threads pipes
• Caulks and tests joints
• Installs and repairs gas, water, steam and sanitary fixtures
• Covers and insulates tanks, pipes and related objects
• Works with high pressure hot water and steam systems
• Adds water treatment chemicals to boilers
• Makes estimates of time, personnel and determines and obtains required materials on assigned tasks
• Keeps necessary records
• May braze pipes
• May inspect and repair steam traps and/or vaults fed by main system at various locations
• May remove pipe insulation materials associated with the repair of pipes and fittings using OSHA approved methods
• May inspect and repair medical gas systems
• May perform duties related to similar trade areas as required
• May act as liaison with other operating units and outside contacts
• May operate heavy equipment
• May respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations at state owned airports
• Performs related duties as required

Requirements

• Current State of Connecticut P-1 or P-2 license
• Two (2) years of the General Experience performing skilled plumbing and steamfitting trades
• Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma in a maintenance trade area may substitute for two (2) years of the General Experience
• Two (2) years of experience as a Qualified Craft Worker Trainee in a designated maintenance trade area may be substituted for the General and Special Experience
• Experience performing technical duties within the plumbing and steamfitting trade area on a military base, aircraft carrier or large compound may be substituted for the General and Special Experience on a year for year basis
• Must possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications including a State of Connecticut plumbing and pipefitting license
• Must have the ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints for building and utility systems
• A physical examination may be required
• Must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity to perform the duties
• Must be able to lift, carry and push material weighing up to 75 lbs
• Must have the ability to utilize ladders, scaffolding, high-lifts and enter confined spaces
• Must be able to inspect, troubleshoot and repair equipment that is part of a wide range of electrical and mechanical systems

Qualifications

Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events affecting campus operations. Must participate in the Weekly On-Call Rotation Schedule and be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights, weekends or holidays).

Skills

• Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard tools, materials, methods and standard plumbing and steamfitting trade practices
• Interpersonal skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to prepare estimates and keep shop records
• Utilize computer software

Benefits

A full benefits package including medical and dental insurance is available. For more information, please visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/employee-benefits-overview/

For more information on employee retirement benefits, visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/retirement/