Plumber Lead

University of Arizona

Tucson, AZ

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Billing, Blueprints, Construction Safety, Corrective Action, Customer Support/Service, Emergency Services, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Fire Safety, Identify Issues, Inventory Management, Maintenance - Plumbing, Maintenance Services, Materials Testing, On Call, Piping, Plumbing, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Pumps, Purchasing/Procurement, Record Keeping, Residential Construction, Risk Analysis, Safety Codes, Safety Equipment, Safety Standards, Schedule Development, Schematics, System Operations, Technical Drawing, Technical Writing, Telephone Skills, Test Equipment, Testing, Time Management
LOCATION
Tucson, AZ
POSTED
16 days ago
  • Assigns and performs journey-man level installation, inspection, testing, preventative maintenance and repair of commercial and institutional plumbing systems, including domestic hot and cold water, sanitary sewer, drainage, gas piping, fixtures, and mechanical room equipment.
  • Inspects the work of plumbers; initiates corrective action to secure satisfactory standards and timely project completion.
  • Diagnoses and resolves complex plumbing issues affecting buildings and infrastructure.
  • Independently troubleshoots system failures, leaks, pressure issues, and equipment malfunctions.
  • Responds to emergency service calls, assess risk, implement corrective actions, and restore systems to operational condition with minimal disruption.
  • Inspects joints, valves, pumps, boilers, water heaters, sinks, commodes, tanks, and other plumbing system components to locate malfunctions; repairs and replaces as necessary.
  • Plans and develop work schedules, equipment, usage schedules, and procedures for equipment maintenance.
  • Serves as a role model for safety, workmanship, professionalism, and customer service.
  • Communicates professionally with building residents, staff, supervisors, contractors, and other trades to coordinate work activities.
  • Maintains and purchases plumbing materials for day-to-day operations, projects, and GMM needs.
  • Maintains assigned shop inventory, tools, and equipment.
  • Determines material and labor estimates.
  • Keeps purchase records and invoices and submit reports.
  • Reviews various documents, drawings, specifications, and schematics to determine proper sequencing of repairs and/or installations per applicable codes.
  • Assigns the inspection, maintenance, and repairs of fire extinguishing systems, including standard testing of related building fire safety equipment.
  • Participates in Housing Emergency On-Call Program.
  • Performs related duties as assigned or required to meet Housing & Residential Life goals and objectives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of the tools, testing equipment, and materials common to the plumbing trade.
  • Knowledge of applicable plumbing codes and safety standards, with the ability to interpret and apply blueprints, drawings, and technical documentation.
  • Knowledge of the mechanical operation of equipment such as pumps, boilers, heaters, and other plumbing components.
  • Skill in the installation, repair, and maintenance of all types of plumbing systems.

About the Company

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University of Arizona