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Radford University

Lead Plumbing Technician

Radford University, Radford, VA, United States


Posting Details

Posting Details

Working Title
Lead Plumbing Technician

Position Number
C00658

Posting Number
C00675P

Type of Recruitment
General Public

Pay Band
3

Is this position restricted?
No

Work Location
Radford

Division
Finance & Administration-20

College/Unit
Facilities Management - E&G-2030

Department
FM Maint & Oper-20303

Hours Per Week
40

Months Per Year
12

Academic or Calendar Year
Calendar Year

Full Time/Part Time
Full Time

If part time, enter Percent Time

Work Schedule

Normal Work Schedule

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., M - F

Physical Demands

Posting Text

Contact Name for Applicant
Robert Chrisley

Contact Phone for Applicant
540-831-7712

Education/experience

High school diploma and demonstrated experience as a plumber/steamfitter or equivalent combination of training, education, licensure, or experience.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Plumbing Foreman, the Lead Plumbing Technician performs plumbing-related mechanical work, including installations, alterations, repairs and general maintenance using applicable skills and knowledge. This position helps to maintain primary and secondary systems and related equipment, as well as supports other trades within the department. Supervises contractor labor.

Required Qualifications

Must be licensed by DPOR as a plumber. Demonstrated experience with installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing and mechanical systems working independently of supervision. Professional working knowledge and demonstrated experience in the use of tools and equipment used pertaining to the plumbing trade. Ability to respond to campus emergencies within 30 minutes. A valid driver's license is required.

Additional Considerations

DPOR licensure in other mechanical fields. DPOR master's license in plumbing preferred. Experience with technology in the submission of requisitions and timecards. Certifications in welding, OSHA (for example, trench safety, scaffolding, operating aerial lifts, asbestos, and HAZWOPER), DPOR Backflow Prevention Device Worker, and others related to trade. Commercial experience with steam pressurized delivery systems, converters, plate and frame heat exchangers, closed-loop systems, water chemistry, install RPZ's, domestic water distribution, suppression systems, pumps, valves, cooling towers, and a functional knowledge of electrical and HVAC systems. Experience reading and interpreting written instructions, blueprints, and schematic drawings.

Hiring Range
Minimum Salary: $50,190, negotiable based on experience. Pay Band 3b

Posting Date
09/26/2024

Application Review Date
10/07/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment Conditions
Must have a criminal background check, Must have a driver's license check, Emergency call-in, Essential personnel

Statement of Economic Interest is required
No

Alternate work schedule

Required Licenses
Must have valid driver's license, Other - please describe below

Describe other job related licenses and/or certifications

DPOR licensure.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years' of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://jobs.radford.edu/postings/14894