Plumber-Union - Alfred University : Job Details

This position/title is covered by the CSEA, Local 749 union contract. The successful candidate will be a member of the CSEA, Local 749 bargaining unit. Plumber performs journey-level plumbing and steam fitting work in the installation, alteration and repair of pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, ventilating, heating control, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes. Salary/Rate: $25.00-$29.00, 40 hours per week, Union Grade 13 Qualifications-Education & Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Formal Education:
  • HS Diploma or equivalent
• Experience:
  • Four years of full-time experience under a journey-level plumber and/or steamfitter which provided training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program
  • Apprentice training in plumbing or training gained by the completion of technical courses in plumbing in a school, institute or branch of the Armed Services may be substituted for the above training and experience on a year-for-year basis
• Additional Knowledge:
  • Working knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the plumbing and steam fitting trade
  • Working knowledge of applicable plumbing code regulations
  • Working knowledge of the mathematics of the plumbing trade
  • Working knowledge of hot water and steam heating systems and control devices
  • Ability to plan, lay out and complete plumbing and steam fitting work
  • Ability to read, interpret and work from plans, drawings and specifications
  • Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
  • Ability to use the tools, machines, equipment and materials of the plumbing and steam fitting trade
  • Ability to do moderately heavy lifting and to stand for prolonged periods of time
  • Ability to prioritize and communicate with multiple internal and external vendors and departments to facilitate operations

Responsibilities: Support includes, but not limited to the following: Binns-Merrill Hall, Cohen Art Barn, Cohen Art Gallery, Hall of Glass Science, Harder Hall, McGee Pavilion, McMahon, McMahon Infill SEM/labs, Scholes Library, Kiln Facilities, Support Service Building, Joyce Walton Center, National Casting Center, Terra Cotta Building, Maintenance Storage Shed, Garage, Alfred Ceramic Art Museum, Fosdick-Nelson Gallery, Robert C. Turner Gallery, Institute for Electronic Arts, Paul Vickers Gardner Glass Center and the Inamori-Kyocera Fine Ceramics Museum. Responsible for support of over 22 million in assets of equipment inventory within the NYSCC. This may include installing, maintaining, and repairing multifaceted aspects of plumbing systems and controls for world-renowned technical equipment for Engineering and Art and Design faculty, technical specialists and researchers. Repairs, maintains and installs plumbing fixtures and appliances such as sinks, shower baths, commodes, drinking fountains, dishwashers, valves including pneumatic controls, gas and water meters, gas hot water heaters and other gas appliances, heating systems and controls, and various steam equipment used in laundries, kitchens and cafeterias, water pumps and hydrotherapy equipment.

• In cases of malfunction or breakdown discusses problem with user, visually inspects the fixtures or equipment and uses appropriate test equipment such as pressure and vacuum gauges to determine cause and location of trouble
• Following technical manuals, codes, diagrams and previous experience, plans work procedures to make repairs and orders replacement parts indicating quality and type and any other materials required
• Makes necessary repairs or adjustments or directs others in performing such activities
• Installs or directs the installation of plumbing fixtures and appliances following diagrams, codes and previous experience

Plans and lays out the installation, alteration and repair of high and low pressure pipe systems that carry water, steam, air or other liquids or gases.

• Plans new installations, alterations to existing installations and major repairs consistent with specifications, plans and plumbing codes
• Reviews building plans and working drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installation
• Locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors and cuts openings required to accommodate pipe and fittings
• According to plan measures, cuts, threads and bends pipe to required angle
• Assembles and installs a variety of metal and nonmetal pipe and pipefittings
• Joins piping by means of threaded, caulked, wiped, soldered, brazed, fused or cemented joints
• Tests pipe system for leaks by filling with liquid or air and reading pressure gauges
• May weld holding fixtures to steel members
• May draw rough sketches or prepare plans to scale from oral or written instructions to accomplish the project
• From blueprints or specifications may estimate labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary for the project
• Assembles materials, tools and equipment required to complete the work according to plans
• Working knowledge of the rules and regulations of the facility governing the activity of State wards under the supervision of a Plumber and Steamfitter
• Working knowledge of the practices and techniques of welding, brazing and soldering not requiring complex planning or use of special procedures
• Ability to estimate labor, material requirements and costs of plumbing work
• Water Softener installation and repair
• Sprinkler testing and repair
• Photo mixing valve and equipment repair
• Maintain Non-hazardous waste systems for proper working and disposal
• Ability to weld, braze and solder using gas and arc welding equipment
• Work directly with multiple departments, particularly with EH&S and the NYS Fire Inspectors to ensure proper compliance and support
• Organizing and tracking of vendor inspections of building systems, various equipment and plumbing and heating units for NYS code compliance
• Customer service skills and independent time management and ability to prioritize emergency and non-emergency situations as required
• Ability to communicate and work with multiple businesses and suppliers
• Familiar with MS Office suites and Unimarket for purchasing and inventory control
• Computer skills required for purchasing, inspection, maintaining, tracking, and receiving
• Safety: Participate in safety training and comply with safety rules, regulations, and protocols
• Operates snow removal equipment
• Assist in setup and dismantle of senior show walls, poster boards, display apparatus for campus events
• Assist facilities with rehabilitation of various spaces for department projects
• Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned

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