Plumber
Michigan State University

Job Info

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Job no: 938145
Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade: 18
Major Administrative Unit / College: Infrastructure Planning And Facilities
Department: Ipf Maint Serv Mechanical Area 40001039
Sub Area: SSTU- Skilled Trades
Salary: 34.98
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Skilled Trades, Skilled Trades- SSTU, Full Time (90-100%), Union
Position Summary

Salary $34.98 - $40.29 per hour upon meeting progression step requirements. MSU Benefits - Free comprehensive health care for you and your family as well as a 10% contribution toward your retirement; Generous sick, vacation, personal and holiday time.

Are you a plumber who has had enough of traveling job site to job site, not knowing where you're going next or when you will be home? Join our team where your only commute is to campus, on a consistent schedule. Our team offers paid holidays and vacation among many other benefits, such as retirement matching and healthcare packages. The department provides uniforms, safety boots, access to state-of-the-art technology, training, tools, views of historic campus, and a safe, stable working environment. Michigan State University Infrastructure Planning and Facilities invites applications for the position of First Shift Plumber. The department is responsible for all aspects of maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and installation of commercial Plumbing.

This position will perform a combination of minor repairs, fabrication, installation, maintenance, service, alteration, operation, and other related duties generally associated with the plumbing trade; requisition of materials and parts; stock, maintain and operate a University service vehicle; interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and project specifications; estimate labor and material to be used on the job; ability to identify and mitigate health hazards associated within the working environment. This position will carry an on-call cell phone on a weekly rotating basis. This position will also prepare detailed reports, recommendations, records, and similar information for supervisory and management use. This position may work a swing shift trouble truck and respond to a wide variety of service calls and carry an on-call cell phone on a weekly rotating basis. Regular in-person attendance is required to meet business and customer needs.

This position will engage in high performing, leading edge practices, valuing people, partners and stewardship. At IPF, we are committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive culture; engaging and hiring a diverse workforce.

Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills

• Completion of high school education or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Successful completion of an applicable trade-specific Trades Helper program, or completion of an approved apprenticeship program, or an associate degree, or equivalent education/experience.
• Five years of experience in the trade that includes two years of experience in commercial plumbing installation, maintenance and troubleshooting and demonstrated ability to independently perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification, or equivalent education/experience.
• Possession of a State of Michigan Journey Plumber license.
• Must possess a Master's Plumber license and either a Medical Gas and Vacuum Certification or ASSE 5000 Tester Certification to receive progression step increases at the 24 month mark.
• Possession of a valid vehicle operator driver's license.
• Expert knowledge of methods, materials, tools, equipment, occupational hazards, and safety precautions of the trade.
• Expert knowledge of applicable building codes, rules, and regulations (local, state, and national).
• Must furnish own hand tools.
• Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.

Desired Qualifications

Completion of an approved / registered plumbing apprenticeship program; experience with commercial / industrial piping and pipe welding; experience with commercial water softeners; experience with commercial water heaters; experience with commercial reverse osmosis water filtration; experience with sewer cleaning and sewer camera; possession of a ASSE 5000 installer / repairer / tester certification; possession of a NFPA Medical Gas and Vacuum certification; experience in customer contact.

A creative and innovative lifelong learner with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population; able to problem solve within a collaborative team environment; ability to understand different perspectives while utilizing expert knowledge of the technical operations of the job.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

RESUME

Work Hours

NON-STANDARD WORK HOURS: Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and may require after-hours, weekend and holiday work.

Website

www.ipf.msu.edu

Summary of Physical Demands

Hauling tools and materials to and from job site; hauling trash. Performs work from various types of equipment including scaffolding

Summary of Health Risks

Risks that have been identified by Environmental Health and Safety, such as exposure to lead, chemotherapy, formaldehyde, asbestos, etc.

Bidding Eligibility ends April 9, 2024 at 11:55 PM

Advertised: Apr 3, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Apr 25, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

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