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Company: UMass Amherst
Location: Amherst, MA
Plumber And Steamfitter I Job no: 528030
Work type: Staff Full Time
Department: Building Maintenance
Union: AFSCME
Categories: Facilities/Grounds
Job Summary Installs, repairs, alters and maintains fluid transmission systems, sanitary fixtures, heating systems, low and high pressure steam lines, condensate lines, water lines, sprinkler lines, sewer lines; and performs other related work as required, including but not limited to trade related asbestos abatement, repairs and/or initiates repairs on building systems such as pneumatic control systems, heating and ventilation (HVAC) systems, cooling towers, pumps, and related equipment. Employing the use and need of specialized testing and monitoring, diagnostic equipment; works synchronously with Control Technicians / trade personnel maintaining the building systems integrity, exercises functional supervision of other employees of lower grade performing related repair and maintenance activities.
Essential Functions
Instructs, advises and mentors employees, technicians and journeymen in the operation and maintenance of the campus plumbing, steam, mechanical systems, HVAC systems and their related components.
Responds to, inspects, tests, troubleshoots, repairs and initiates repairs for all plumbing, steam, sanitary systems, mechanical systems, cooling towers, pumps, including but not limited to pneumatic and self‑contain valves in context with building HVAC, hydronic systems, and their related control devices.
Performs preventive maintenance services. Utilizes computer programs to operate, maintain, calibrate, and adjust building HVAC systems.
Assists Engineering staff in drawing review, inspection and troubleshooting as part of the acceptance of new equipment, new buildings, upgrades and equipment replacement.
Drives a motorized vehicle around campus to residential buildings.
Installs, repairs, alters, and maintains hot and cold water lines, steam lines, deionized water systems, sprinkler systems, glass piping, sewer pipes (cast iron, plastic, ceramic), pumps, traps, valves, radiators, toilets, sinks, showers, and other fixtures.
Uses oxyacetylene torches and/or welding equipment to braze coils and pipes.
Drills or cuts holes through floors, walls, and ceilings; performs asbestos abatement as required.
Performs related duties such as erecting scaffolding, rigging, laying out drop clothes, fabricating miscellaneous metal products, sharpening and tempering tools, cleaning tools and equipment, preparing work reports, and training other employees on the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Current, valid Massachusetts Plumbing and Gasfitting License/Journeyman.
Basic knowledge of the plumbing and steamfitting trades.
Must be willing to take an annual pulmonary function physical test.
Possession of a current, valid Class D driver's license.
Experience as a journeyman plumber.
Associated Worker Certificate / Asbestos Abatement Worker License (Required).
Pump Certificate (Required).
Metasys Facility Operators Certificate (Required).
Ability to provide off‑shift coverage as requested.
Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, techniques, practices, materials, and tools used in the plumbing and steamfitting trade.
Working knowledge of Massachusetts Plumbing and Gas Codes and their applications.
Working knowledge of the general and unique hazards and safety precautions associated with the plumbing & steamfitter trade.
Ability to read, interpret and work from plans, sketches and oral instructions.
Ability to make basic assessments of time and materials required for work assignments.
Ability to supervise and instruct helpers in plumbing and steamfitting tasks.
Ability to maintain accurate records, logs, etc.
Skill to interpret blueprints, schematics, elementary diagrams, logic diagrams associated with HVAC systems.
Knowledge of safety practices, preventive maintenance practices and the operation of standard testing equipment.
Skill in using hand, power, and measurement tools of the trade.
Skill and ability to work independently.
Ability to use oxyacetylene torches.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions
Ability to frequently lift and carry objects of 50‑100lbs.
Ability to stand and work for long periods of time in enclosed, hot, moist spaces; work with a respirator on; climb ladders and work off scaffolding.
Must be willing to take an annual pulmonary function physical test.
Drive a motorized vehicle around campus.
Additional Details
Supervision Received: Incumbents receive direct supervision from classified employees or managers of higher grade who provide on‑the‑job training, assign work and review performance through verbal reports and inspection for effectiveness.
Supervision Exercised: May exercise functional supervision over employees of lower grade.
This position is designated as essential and on call. It includes the obligation to work overtime, to return to work between scheduled shifts when directed, and to report to work during any delays, early departures, and closures. Incumbent is responsible for updating the service desk with the current phone number.
Work Schedule
Tuesday–Saturday; 7am‑3pm.
Ability to provide off‑shift coverage as requested.
Salary Information Grade 17, special recruitment rate: step 6.
Special Instructions to Applicants Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.
The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti‑discrimination laws.
Applications close: Nov 14 2025 Eastern Standard Time
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Company: UMass Amherst
Location: Amherst, MA
Plumber And Steamfitter I Job no: 528030
Work type: Staff Full Time
Department: Building Maintenance
Union: AFSCME
Categories: Facilities/Grounds
Job Summary Installs, repairs, alters and maintains fluid transmission systems, sanitary fixtures, heating systems, low and high pressure steam lines, condensate lines, water lines, sprinkler lines, sewer lines; and performs other related work as required, including but not limited to trade related asbestos abatement, repairs and/or initiates repairs on building systems such as pneumatic control systems, heating and ventilation (HVAC) systems, cooling towers, pumps, and related equipment. Employing the use and need of specialized testing and monitoring, diagnostic equipment; works synchronously with Control Technicians / trade personnel maintaining the building systems integrity, exercises functional supervision of other employees of lower grade performing related repair and maintenance activities.
Essential Functions
Instructs, advises and mentors employees, technicians and journeymen in the operation and maintenance of the campus plumbing, steam, mechanical systems, HVAC systems and their related components.
Responds to, inspects, tests, troubleshoots, repairs and initiates repairs for all plumbing, steam, sanitary systems, mechanical systems, cooling towers, pumps, including but not limited to pneumatic and self‑contain valves in context with building HVAC, hydronic systems, and their related control devices.
Performs preventive maintenance services. Utilizes computer programs to operate, maintain, calibrate, and adjust building HVAC systems.
Assists Engineering staff in drawing review, inspection and troubleshooting as part of the acceptance of new equipment, new buildings, upgrades and equipment replacement.
Drives a motorized vehicle around campus to residential buildings.
Installs, repairs, alters, and maintains hot and cold water lines, steam lines, deionized water systems, sprinkler systems, glass piping, sewer pipes (cast iron, plastic, ceramic), pumps, traps, valves, radiators, toilets, sinks, showers, and other fixtures.
Uses oxyacetylene torches and/or welding equipment to braze coils and pipes.
Drills or cuts holes through floors, walls, and ceilings; performs asbestos abatement as required.
Performs related duties such as erecting scaffolding, rigging, laying out drop clothes, fabricating miscellaneous metal products, sharpening and tempering tools, cleaning tools and equipment, preparing work reports, and training other employees on the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Current, valid Massachusetts Plumbing and Gasfitting License/Journeyman.
Basic knowledge of the plumbing and steamfitting trades.
Must be willing to take an annual pulmonary function physical test.
Possession of a current, valid Class D driver's license.
Experience as a journeyman plumber.
Associated Worker Certificate / Asbestos Abatement Worker License (Required).
Pump Certificate (Required).
Metasys Facility Operators Certificate (Required).
Ability to provide off‑shift coverage as requested.
Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, techniques, practices, materials, and tools used in the plumbing and steamfitting trade.
Working knowledge of Massachusetts Plumbing and Gas Codes and their applications.
Working knowledge of the general and unique hazards and safety precautions associated with the plumbing & steamfitter trade.
Ability to read, interpret and work from plans, sketches and oral instructions.
Ability to make basic assessments of time and materials required for work assignments.
Ability to supervise and instruct helpers in plumbing and steamfitting tasks.
Ability to maintain accurate records, logs, etc.
Skill to interpret blueprints, schematics, elementary diagrams, logic diagrams associated with HVAC systems.
Knowledge of safety practices, preventive maintenance practices and the operation of standard testing equipment.
Skill in using hand, power, and measurement tools of the trade.
Skill and ability to work independently.
Ability to use oxyacetylene torches.
Physical Demands / Working Conditions
Ability to frequently lift and carry objects of 50‑100lbs.
Ability to stand and work for long periods of time in enclosed, hot, moist spaces; work with a respirator on; climb ladders and work off scaffolding.
Must be willing to take an annual pulmonary function physical test.
Drive a motorized vehicle around campus.
Additional Details
Supervision Received: Incumbents receive direct supervision from classified employees or managers of higher grade who provide on‑the‑job training, assign work and review performance through verbal reports and inspection for effectiveness.
Supervision Exercised: May exercise functional supervision over employees of lower grade.
This position is designated as essential and on call. It includes the obligation to work overtime, to return to work between scheduled shifts when directed, and to report to work during any delays, early departures, and closures. Incumbent is responsible for updating the service desk with the current phone number.
Work Schedule
Tuesday–Saturday; 7am‑3pm.
Ability to provide off‑shift coverage as requested.
Salary Information Grade 17, special recruitment rate: step 6.
Special Instructions to Applicants Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.
The University of Massachusetts Amherst welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti‑discrimination laws.
Applications close: Nov 14 2025 Eastern Standard Time
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