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Vanderbilt University

Plumber

Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247

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Position Summary

Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations (VUMO) seeks a Plumber Journeyman to perform routine plumbing work and plumbing construction/installation work. This is a full-time position: 40 hours per week. Must be available to work 7:30AM to 4:00PM. Must be available to work additional hours as required including evening hours. VUMO provides facilities support for all construction, renovation, and routine maintenance of University Central space and facilities; housekeeping services for approximately 5.8 million square feet of academic, administrative, residential, and recreational space; grounds care for 330 acres that are a registered arboretum; turf care for athletic fields; and utilities for the University Central and the Medical Center. VUMO’s annual budget exceeds $100 million in operating expenses and includes over 400 employees. VUMO manages major capital project expenditures totaling approximately $125 million annually and facility renewal, replacement and large maintenance project expenditures totaling approximately $20 million annually. Key Functions and Expected Performance

Maintain and repair domestic water lines

Maintain and repair sanitary sewer system

Check and repair all backflow devices

Maintain and repair all steam domestic water heaters

Maintain and repair all plumbing fixtures

Maintain and repair all domestic recirculation pumps

Maintain and repair domestic pressure regulating valves

Maintain and repair storm sewer system

Assist on irrigation problems

Assist zone electrician, plumber, and carpenter in performance of their duties

Utilize work order system in all aspects, including parts ordering, printing work orders and parts look up

Set up and monitor personal work order query

Process daily work order time sheet

Operate vehicle/golf cart and perform operator level maintenance

Other duties related to classification

Supervisory Relationships

This position does not have supervisory responsibility; this position reports administratively and functionally to Preventive Maintenance Manager. Education and Certifications

High School Graduate or GED is required

Journeyman Plumbers License is preferred

Valid Driver License is required; must have and maintain a valid driver\'s license and a satisfactory driving record. Vanderbilt University engages a third party to provide up-to-date notifications regarding negative changes to motor vehicle records

Experience and Skills

5 Years of experience or the equivalent

Strong communication skills

Able to stand, stoop, crawl, work on elevated surfaces and be in awkward positions for extended periods of time.

Push, pull, lift and carry at least 70 pounds.

Able to work in various weather conditions

High work ethic

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