Plumber – Level 1

NYC
Maintenance
Full-time
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Description

Position Summary: A Plumber is a position in the Facilities Operations department providing high quality and effective work that provides quick response to emergent issues and house calls throughout the Columbia University-Manhattanville Campus (CUMVC), as well as the preventive maintenance on the various plumbing systems on the campus. Independently or under limited/minimal supervision and/or direction; troubleshoot/diagnosis, inspect/round, maintain, and repair plumbing systems, equipment, and machinery in good workmanlike manner while maintaining a high level of safety, reliability, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

  • Respond to various plumbing related calls throughout CUMVC.
  • Work alongside and assist other personnel, including licensed personnel, in completing assigned maintenance and work orders.
  • Maintain, repair and operate system equipment, auxiliary systems and utilize computer monitoring systems while working independently or under limited supervision and direction and in accordance with sound engineering practices.
  • Basic troubleshooting of plumbing equipment and plumbing systems.
  • Perform general maintenance, repair, and inspection of campus plumbing equipment and plumbing systems.
  • Work in conjunction with other trades on preventative maintenance and servicing of equipment and systems.
  • Provide guidance, direction, and on the job training to all junior personnel in the proper procedures of operations, repair, and maintenance.
  • Replace and align motors, pumps and bearings.
  • Replace various types of valves and piping, and pack valves including but not limited to steam valves, domestic water valves, and pressure regulating valves.
  • Perform basic rigging.
  • Process hot work permits and perform necessary fire watch procedures and inspections.
  • Process paperwork including but not limited to work orders, inventory, and preventive maintenance forms.
  • Perform work tasks, report deficiencies, and maintain and complete daily records of labor and materials used during work tasks via the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
  • Maintain completeness, timeliness, and accuracy of the work and work orders.
  • Continually and urgently communicate with supervisor regarding any apparent operational deficiencies or system malfunctions.
  • Work with other disciplines and management to proactively solve complex, multi-discipline problems.
  • Must perform any duties assigned in an emergency as determined by management.
  • Attend and participate in all departmental trainings and meetings.
  • Attend and complete relevant onthejob training as required.
  • Ability to perform all tasks and duties related to the Maintenance Worker Level 2 position if required.

Qualifications:

  • HS diploma or GED
  • Must demonstrate minimum professional proficiency in the English Language; as defined by the U.S. Department of State.
  • Preferred: Hold and maintain an active Motor Vehicle Class D License.
  • Two (2) years internal experience as a Maintenance Worker – Level 2; or external equivalent of two (2) years of experience as a plumber.
  • Must be a quick learner and exhibit self-motivational skills.
  • Adequate ability to discern colors for monitoring alarm conditions.
  • Strong team mentality (ability to work with others).
  • Well-refined interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, customers, clients, students, vendors, and management.
  • How to read and interpret SDS information.
  • Understanding of general vivarium, and laboratory rules and restrictions.
  • How to identify a fire rated barrier and properly install fire-stopping materials.
  • Must be able to work all shifts as assigned.
  • Knowledge of building plumbing maintenance and repair practices.
  • Must have experience soldering, brazing, and fusion welding.
  • How to properly utilize lock out-tag out procedures for all energy sources (electrical, thermal, hydraulic, hydronic)
  • How to properly and safely operate all hand tools, power tools, equipment utilized by facilities maintenance and repair.
  • Understanding of Reverse Osmosis (RO), De-Ionized (DI), and Acid Waste Systems.
  • Hold and maintain Certificate of Fitness for Fire Guard (F-60)
  • Hold and maintain Certificate of Fitness for Using Powder Activated Tools (E-21)
  • Hold and maintain Certificate of Fitness for Torch Operations (G-60)
  • Hold and maintain Certificate of Fitness To Operate and Maintain Air Compressors (A-35)
  • Hold and maintain Certificate of Fitness for City Wide Sprinkler Systems (S-12)
  • Hold and maintain Certificate of Fitness for City Wide Standpipe Systems (S-13)
  • Hold and maintain Certificate of Fitness for Standpipe for Multi-Zone Systems (S-14)
  • Hold and maintain Certificate of Fitness for Supervision of Bulk Oil Plants (P-12)
  • Hold and maintain Certificate of Fitness for Supervise Fuel-Oil Piping and Storage in Buildings (P-98)
  • Responsible for obtaining and maintaining other applicable NYC Certificates of Fitness as required by the FDNY and/or other authorities having jurisdiction.
  • Hold and maintain PBS (Petroleum Bulk Storage) Class B Operator.
  • Must be capable of performing fire brigade duties as assigned.
  • Hold and maintain OSHA 10 Certification
  • Knowledge of and/or Training on the following:
    • General OSHA standards and requirements.
    • Use of portable fire extinguisher.
    • Hazardous waste awareness.
    • Asbestos hazards and safety.
    • Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (work order management system)
    • Confined space entry procedures.
    • Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
    • Description and use of fire stopping materials.
    • Communication etiquette including phone, radio, and customer service.
    • Hot work permits.
  • NICET Certification in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems – Level I
  • Responsible for obtaining and maintaining other applicable Certifications as determined by management as the facility develops.  This may include additional NICET Certifications, PBS Certifications, etc.
  • Must demonstrate knowledge of all CUMVC’s safety policies and procedures.
  • Must demonstrate applicable institutional knowledge and practices of the facility and its operations.
  • Duties and requirements from Maintenance Worker Level 2 position still apply and must be maintained and current, as well as the knowledge applied to any future buildings coming on line.

Salary: $39/hr