Utility Piping Specialist (Utilities)- Tempe campus

Job Profile:

Skilled Crafts and Trade Assistant 3 Non-Exempt

Job Family:

Skilled Crafts and Trade

Time Type:

Full time

Max Pay – Depends on experience:

$23.73 USD Hourly

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma and three years (3) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Serves as a lead trades worker in an area of specialty to ensure proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems.

Job Description:

Essential Duties:

• Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, including performing complex and precision work related to utility piping systems.  

• Locate, repair, and replace malfunctioning parts using hand tools (e.g. screwdrivers, pliers, crescent wrenches, and piping wrenches) and power tools (e.g. drills, hand held drain cleaning machines).

• Inspect mechanical system components and use soldering and brazing tools to perform precision techniques in the design, layout, fabrication, joining, and repair of metals, piping, and pressure vessels.

• Work with drawings and specifications.

• Install and maintain steam supply and condensation return lines, steam traps, and pressure reducing valves

• Install and maintain chilled water supply and return lines.

• Install and repair domestic water lines and drain lines.  

• Install and maintain RO supply and return lines.

• Use work order systems (TMA) in response to maintenance requests.

• Prioritize work based on critical needs assessment.

• Assist other trades as needed.  

• Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

DAYS AND SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday   6:30am – 3:00pm for training with the possibility of 4-10’s

Salary Range:  $23.73 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.

Desired Qualifications:

Must have four (4) years of plumbing and/or mechanical-pipefitting systems experience; OR, Completion of a four year federally approved technical training program in plumbing; OR, Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

• Experience in studying plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and sequence of repairs or replacement as required.

• Knowledge of  applying welding standards as defined by current trade practice. Examples include the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) or American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.

• Knowledge of the mechanical operation of equipment such as pumps, boilers, cooling towers and chillers.

• Knowledge of the tools, equipment and materials common to the plumbing and welding trades.

• Knowledge of applicable codes.

• Knowledge of work order systems (TMA)

• Experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing and utility piping systems.

Working Environment:

• Perform work in dirty environments with inadequate lighting, extreme noise, extreme temperatures, confined spaces (e.g. tunnels, man holes, and vaults), restricted movement and hazardous materials. 

• Wear personal protective equipment (e.g. safety glasses, face shield, negative pressure respirator, gloves, and hearing protection).  

• Climb ladders and work off ladders using hand and power tools to repair plumbing and drainage systems.  

• Work off boom or crane trucks to make repairs above six feet.  

• Travel throughout campus to various research buildings as needed.  

• Lift and carry objects up to 75 pounds.  

• Ability to push and/or pull weight loaded maintenance cart.

• Drive University vehicle/cart.  

• May be exposed to hazardous and dangerous materials, tools, and equipment which will require safety precautions and/or specific process to be followed, and may include the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (e.g. safety glasses, hearing protection, negative pressure and positive pressure respirator).

• Use of PPE may require medical clearance prior to use.

Department Statement:

Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as a work/life balance? ASU offers the following:

• 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.

• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one. For more information visit https://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition

• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child

• Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.  More information available at https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits

• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

• Paid time for volunteer and professional development

• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings

• Disability and leave program for income protection

• Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges

• ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States.  Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

This position is located at the Tempe Main Campus however may require working at other campus locations based on program need.

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.  Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.

Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment to include asbestos worker clearance, respiratory clearance questionnaire and respiratory fit test.

This position requires working a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and may be called in for emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Driving Requirement:

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$20348.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter

• Resume or CV

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