CONSTRUCTION PLUMBER [M - F; 6:55am - 3:25pm]
Req #: | 169460 |
Department: | UW FACILITIES: MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTION |
Appointing Department Web Address: | https://facilities.uw.edu/ |
Job Location: | Seattle Campus |
Posting Date: | 11/13/2019 |
Closing Info: | Closes On 11/21/2019 |
Salary: | $5,212 to $6,938 /month, effective 7.1.2019 |
Union Position: | Yes |
Shift: | First Shift |
Notes: | Please note that this position has been re-posted. If you have already submitted your application, you need not submit it again, as it has already been received. |
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for five consecutive years.
UW Facilities manages the University’s buildings, infrastructure and land, with more than 1,100 employees in a variety of fields. The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management, Real Estate, Sustainability and other teams responsible for planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery, Maintenance & Construction, Campus Utilities & Operations, Building Services, Transportation Services and Safety. Supporting these groups, as well as the separate Emergency Management team, are the Business Intelligence & Information Technology group and the Finance & Administration group.
Facilities Maintenance & Construction (FMC) is responsible for general maintenance, repair and renovations of all University of Washington (UW) main campus facilities including building interiors, exteriors and grounds.
We have an outstanding opportunity for a Construction Plumber.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the supervisor and lead, construct various types of pipe joints for high or low-pressure systems, including threading, brazing, soldering, welding or lead-wiping of joints. Cut, fit, fabricate, and assemble a wide variety of articles, materials, and devices, including steel, copper, brass, glass, plastic, cast iron, corrosion-resistant pipe, tile, concrete and transite. Read and interpret plans, blueprints, and sketches; construct, lay out or plan piping assemblies with respect to walls, structures, and other obstructions, allowing for expansion and contraction and alignment in accordance with pipefitting practice. Work with Lead to discuss any proposed project changes before construction. May develop cost estimates for installation and repairs.
Keep leads and supervisors informed of project status/work progress, needed materials and equipment.
Operate machinery such as fork-lifts, scissor-lifts, and high rangers. Load and unload materials and supplies.
Operate vehicles such as UW vans and trucks to transport tools, equipment and personnel to various job sites.
May instruct semiskilled workers.
Communicate and coordinate with other Facilities Services shops and other business partners such as EH&S, Engineering Services, Design Services, Capital Planning & Development and UW Information Technology to facilitate work.
Know and comply with occupational health and safety regulations specific to the work and conduct on the job, including Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) instructions, Hazard Review Checklists (HRCs) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Comply with all UW and Facilities Services policies and procedures, FMC protocols, i.e. Individual Accountability Protocols (IAP). Support all management directives and the vision and values of FMC.
Participate in and follow through with FMC process improvement initiatives, including Balanced Scorecard (BSC), incorporating metrics and Lean principles into internal work processes, and promoting employee engagement in continuous improvements and innovation.
Actively participate in meetings and training as scheduled.
Provide excellent customer service through effective, courteous and professional interactions with clients, colleagues and the campus community.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Core Competencies:
-Demonstrate strong personal integrity and trustworthiness.
-Possess the ability to effectively handle stressful situations and changing priorities.
-Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems.
-Demonstrate responsibility and accountability.
-Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to details.
-Demonstrate a positive, optimistic, success-oriented attitude.
-Demonstrate professional demeanor which includes being tactful, civil and courteous.
-Demonstrate professional work ethics.
-Continuously promote a safe work environment.
Requirements include:
OR full journey status as a plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter in a union,
OR four years' applicable work experience.
Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis.
Additional requirements include:
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Desired:
Conditions of Employment:
As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.
Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.
The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 / 206-543-6452 (tty) or dso@uw.edu.