Cut and thread pipe; bend pipe to required angleJoin pipe by use of flanges, fittings, solder, caulking, welding, epoxy cement and diversified materialsPerform maintenance on plumbing by replacing washers on leaky faucets, mending burst pipes and opening clogged drainsDetect malfunctions in plumbing systems, such as heating hot water, chilled water, process cooling water; shut systems down and make repairsWork on glass, plastic, copper, brass, steel and cast iron pipe varying in sizeRepair and install cast iron pipe joints with bands or lead caulkingInstall and repair gas linesMay do minor plumbing‑related welding and brazingRespond to quick‑response calls throughout campus using good judgment in accurately assessing problemsPerform preventive maintenance and repairsHVACUnder the direction of a lead or supervisor, perform skilled heating, ventilating, and air conditioning work at the journey levelTroubleshoot, maintain, and repair all types of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipmentWork in a wide variety of environments, such as office, library, student residences, food preparation and storage, research, shops, and laboratoriesRespond to quick‑response calls throughout campus using good judgment in accurately assessing problemsPerform preventive maintenance and repairsThe duties listed under the Characteristic Duties section are designed to provide a representative sampling of key tasks and/or responsibilities associated with the job. Job ResponsibilitiesWork under general supervision and perform maintenance tasks of substantial complexity in two or more tradesWork following prescribed proceduresDuties are assigned under the direction of a shop manager or lead and are performed with considerable independenceWork will be spot‑checked during an assignment or upon its completionEmployees may work alone, or as a member of a crew (with or without lead responsibility)PlumbingAssemble, install and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures for gas, water and sanitary lines, storm drains, toilets, sinks, boilers, heat exchangers valves, pumps, drinking fountains, water stills, water heaters, etc.