Plumber

California Lutheran University, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Thousand Oaks, CALIFORNIA
Deadline: 25 Feb 2024

Posting Details
Position Information


Position Title Plumber
Position Category Staff (Non-Exempt)
FLSA Non-exempt
FTE 1
Location Thousand Oaks
University Background
The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, the university has an enrollment of about 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students who come from across the nation and around the world from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran is looking for candidates with a dedication to and success in working in diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusive learning and work environment that values individual differences and respects each person’s dignity.
Basic Function
Under the direction of the Trade’s Supervisor, perform repair, installation, alteration, and maintenance of campus plumbing. Provide preventative maintenance of and trouble shooting for plumbing related problems. Perform skilled maintenance work in other related areas.
Representative Duties
Inspect, repair, service, and maintain plumbing systems and controls. E
Install new plumbing, and irrigation systems. E
Perform preventative maintenance and diagnose problems on existing systems. E
Snake (clear) drains by hand or with power tools. E
Install, or repair ABS or cast iron drain waste, and vent lines to code. E
Layout, install or repair copper and PVC lines for domestic and irrigation supply. E
Repair, maintain, and rebuild a variety of control valves. E
Layout, cut, thread, and install galvanized, black iron and WSG piping. E
Replace faucets and shower control valves. E
Perform skilled maintenance work in other trades areas. E
Operate a variety of tools and power equipment. E
Train and provide work direction to assistants, as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned in areas needed.
Serve on rotating On-Call schedule to cover after hours emergencies. E
Knowledge Of
Manual and power tools applicable to Plumbing trade
Building codes, policies, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to plumbing
Methods and use of test equipment
Tools, materials and procedures used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems and components
Technical aspects of the Plumbing field
Record-keeping techniques
Health and safety regulations
Ability To
Use a variety of tools and machines utilized in specific trade or trades to which assigned
Work from blue prints, shop drawings and sketches
Work independently with little direction
Plan and organize work
Maintain records of time and service performed
Perform other skilled maintenance duties as assigned
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
Understand and follow oral and written directions
Perform heavy manual labor
Operate a truck, observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent and three years of experience in in a plumbing trade.
Preferred Qualifications
None
Licenses and other requirements
Valid California driver’s license
Physical Abilities
Sitting, standing and walking up to 8 hours per day; bending at the waist; crawling, kneeling, stooping, squatting or crouching while working; climbing ladders and stairs; walking over rough or uneven surfaces; ability to hear and speak to exchange information/training material; adequate eyesight to perform tasks and drive vehicles; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized hand and power tools and equipment; reaching and working horizontally, above the shoulders and overhead, up to 25 lbs.
HAZARDS:
Work around grease, glues, and other materials used in the building trades.
Solvents, chemicals, and glues.
Exposure possible with bacteria, mold and mildew.
Working at heights
Environment
Indoor and outdoor work environment; work in all weather and temperature conditions; work in confined spaces; occasional exposure to fumes, chemicals, dust and odors; subject to driving a vehicle to conduct work
Hiring Range $25 to $29.00 per hour

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number Staff003182022
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 03/25/2024
Position End Date
Open Date 02/08/2024
Close Date 02/25/2024
Open Until Filled
Application Procedure/Special Instructions
This is the primary plumbing position serving a multi-building campus.
Statement
California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University’s policies, procedures, and processes.
Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.

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