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Bucknell University
Plumber
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What they do
A Plumber installs and repairs water pipes, including drainage pipes, in homes or larger buildings. Installs plumbing fixtures or appliances that use gas, and fixes plumbing problems such as clogged pipes.
$66,619 / year median in Pennsylvania
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Plumber
R0000002676
Geiger Facilities Building Position Title:
Plumber Position Type:
Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Categories:
Staff Non-exempt Job Summary:
Bucknell University is currently accepting application for a Utilities Technician I or II- Plumber.
Job Duties:
Reporting Relationship:
Reports to thePlumbing Supervisor Work Setting/Schedule:
On-campus Monday- Friday, 11:00am
- 7:30pm
What You Will Do:
Installs, maintains, and repairs campus underground sewage and storm water drainage systems and underground domestic water and fire prevention systems. Installs, maintains, repairs, and retrofits plumbing systems and associated fixtures and components including water closets, sinks, tubs, faucets, meters, pumps, filters, water heaters, mixing valves, and emergency showers. Installs, maintains, repairs, and modifies fire sprinkler/prevention systems to meet building needs as per The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), including sprinklers, fire pumps, and dry system compressors/valves. Installs, repairs, and maintains water treatment equipment, piping, and controls to maintain water chemistry in building closed loop hydronic systems, cooling towers, and boiler make-up systems. Performs backflow preventer testing and repair to meet regulatory requirements. Performs maintenance on campus steam and hydronic systems and associated equipment including maintaining underground and building steam, condensate, chilled water and hot water piping systems, pumps, pump motors, steam traps, humidifiers, and heat exchangers. Troubleshoots, maintains, inspects, modifies, and repairs ventilation systems, air conditioning systems, and equipment including fans and fan motors. Provides support for projects including executing system outages as required and attending project walks-throughs.Non-Essential Responsibilities:
The job description's listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive, additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.What You Will Bring:
Required- Plumber I 2 year associates or technical degree, or a high school diploma plus 2 years of experience Preferred, But Not Required
- Plumber I Vocational or technical training A minimum of 4 years of related plumbing experience Required
- Plumber II 2 year associates or technical degree plus 2 years of experience, or a high school diploma plus 4 years of experience Preferred, But Not Required
- Plumber II Vocational or technical training A minimum of 6 years of related plumbing experience Physical Requirements Ability to move around the work site, including frequently required to work in crawl spaces, shafts, manholes, sewage and water line pipes, and other areas that could be claustrophobic.
Pay Rate Plumber I :
$21.17- $26.
Plumber II :
$22.70- $28.38
- This second-shift position is eligible for shift differential pay.
Job Exempt:
No Salary Range:
21.17-28.38 The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy. This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.Benefits:
Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to): Flexible scheduling options determined by role; Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions) Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!
- Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.