Plumber

Job no: 494834
Position type: Staff Full-time
Location: UMBC Campus
Division/Equivalent: 10361 - Administration & Finance
School/Unit: 10355 - Administrative Services
Department/Office: 10257 - Facilities Management
Categories: Facilities/Grounds/Skilled Trades

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Department:

Facilities Management/Plumbing Shop 

UMBC is a vibrant 14,000-student suburban research university ranked one of the world’s top universities by Times Higher Education. The selected candidate will join an innovative and diverse team working at an institution named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the best academic workplaces in the nation for the past twelve years. For more information on UMBC visit: http://umbc.edu/
Position Overview:

Reporting to the Plumbing Shop Supervisor, the Plumber will perform plumbing services at the journeyman level and assist in the maintenance and repair of our 512-acre campus, which includes over four million square feet of facility space.
Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $51,069 and has 14 days of vacation as well as winter break, spring break, and personal days for regular full time roles.  Tuition remission is also available. 

Facilities Management provides free uniforms and shoes for skilled trades positions. Tools are provided for use on the job as well as a UMBC owned vehicle to travel to worksites on campus. UMBC also assists with keeping trades licenses current and obtaining needed training. Opportunities for shift differential, on-call, and overtime pay may be available. 

What is it like to work at UMBC?  Check out Glassdoor or Indeed.
For 15 years in a row UMBC has been recognized as a Great College to Work For!
Responsibilities:
  • Installs, diagnose problems, repairs and maintains pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, gas, sewer and drainage systems according to blueprints, specifications, and plumbing codes.
  • Lays out and assembles pipe systems and supports.  Cuts, bends, welds and threads pipe.  Inspects work to determine presence of obstructions; plans installation and repairs to avoid obstruction.
  • Oversees and performs repair and replacement of toilets, sinks, drain lines, and faucets.  Cleans obstruction from waste and sewage lines.
  • Prepares estimates of time, labor, and materials.  Prepares reports reflecting daily operations and project status.
  • Operates and maintains tools and equipment of the plumbing trade.  Cleans work area upon completion of project.
  • Provides guidance and training in plumbing work to other maintenance personnel.  May have lead responsibility for special projects.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
  • Four years progressively responsible experience in the plumbing trade
  • Class C driver’s license valid in the State of Maryland
  • Maryland State certification as a licensed plumber
Preferred Qualifications: 
  • Certified Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester
Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required.
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package including the following for nonexempt regular employees.

Generous Leave which includes accruing the following for full time positions:

  • 14 Days of Annual Leave  (increases with years of service)
  • 15 Days of Sick Leave  
  • 15 Holidays
  • 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

  • 8 credit hours per semester
  • Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement/Pension plan
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Wellness opportunities
  • & Much more

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position. 
Salary:

Pay Range 12 (minimum: $51,069 maximum: $84,257) based on the University System of Maryland (USM) Pay Program.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, Memorandum of Understanding, USM Board of Regent policies, internal equity, budget and qualifications and experience. Most salary offers will be close to the minimum part of the range.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Hours: Full-time 
Type: Regular 
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
 Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.   

Accommodation: 

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Work Authorization  As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

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