Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter

Eastern Washington University, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Cheney, WASHINGTON
Deadline: 03 Apr 2024

Posting Details
Posting Details


Working Title Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter
Posting Number 2024020CP

Position Information


Classification Title Plumbr/Pipeftr/Stmftr
Classification Code 621F
RCW Exemption Criteria No Exemption
EWU Position Number C99260
CUPA Code
FLSA Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit BU 1
% Full Time 100
Salary / Wage Range CS - 50G
Salary Information
$60,792 – $70,476 Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.
Anticipated Start Date As soon as possible
Term of Appointment 12 months per year
Location Cheney campus
County Spokane
Project Description
Project Duration
Background Check Yes - Both
Responsible HR User Kenlyn Mackey
Responsible HR User Email address [email protected]

Position Details


Job Summary
Eastern Washington University is seeking a skilled Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter.
This position is open due to a promotion within our department.
  • This position installs, maintains and repairs water mains, storm sewers, septic tanks, sewage mains and laterals, valves, drains, basins, tubs, faucets, lavatories, sinks, gates, hydrants, water coolers, and dishwashers and associated equipment.
  • This position is also responsible for repairing fixtures, performing valve maintenance, cutting and threading pipe, testing back flow assemblies.
  • In addition this position is responsible for maintaining water mains, fixtures, sewer lines, valves and septic tanks to determine need for maintenance, cleaning and/or repair.
  • In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/ .
About Eastern Washington University
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction , a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’22-’23 College of Distinction (CoD).
Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2023 .
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.
Diversity Statement
EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.
Conditions of Employment
  • Successful candidate must be able to pass a pre-placement physical.
  • During the course of university employment this position will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
  • All new employees will comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
  • Upon hire employees will complete required DEI, Hazing, and Harassment and Title IX training. The online training is located at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/orientation/ or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on our Human Resources site at: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/ .
  • This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees’ Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Physical Demands
If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Kenlyn Mackey at [email protected] .
Pre-Placement Physical Yes
Hearing Test Yes
Medical Monitoring Post Hire Yes
Protective Equipment
  • Respirator, eye protection, hearing protection, protective clothing.
Required Qualifications
  • Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter, OR full journey status as a plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter in a union, OR four years applicable work experience.
  • Ability to work from blueprints, plans and sketches; estimate materials and time needed to complete jobs; use hand and power tools.
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal accessibility, of our students, staff, faculty and the public.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Water Distribution Manager Certificate of Competency and/or Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate of Competency issued by the Department of Health
  • Back flow assembly tester
  • Cross connection control specialist
Other Skills and Abilities
  • Understanding of safe work practices including reporting mechanical and/or safety issues
  • Demonstrated attention to detail, professionalism, dependability and timeliness
  • Excellent customer service skills, professional and courteous demeanor
Work Schedule Type Regular
Work Schedule
  • 6:00am to 2:30pm Monday – Friday or 7:00am to 3:30pm Mon – Friday.
  • Possible 4/10 schedule available depending on University needs.
Posting Date 03/20/2024
Open Until Further Notice No
Closing Date 04/03/2024
Screening to Begin 04/04/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.
  • Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. Please list at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
  • Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
  • Diversity Response – As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process. Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.
    • Application Types Accepted Application

    Job Duties


    % of Time 80
    Responsibility / Duty
    • Perform journey level plumbing, pipefitting and steamfitting installation, service and maintenance without direct supervision.
    • Follow all codes and regulations for installation and maintenance of equipment. Follow all safety procedures of department and trade. Report any discrepancies in code and safety procedures to supervision.
    • Provide assistance to other shops at EWU as requested. Provide assistance to contractors and vendors when requested.
    • Assist in the preparation of plumbing shop projects. When requested, contact vendors to gather information to materials and equipment. Generate requests for materials and equipment needed to complete projects.
    • Complete all shop and departmental paperwork as required to include, but not limited to, service order cards, time sheets, work orders, request for leave, incident and hazard report forms and other departmental forms.
    Essential Function Indicator Yes
    % of Time 20
    Responsibility / Duty
    • Follow all university and departmental procedures as directed. Follow chain of command during requests for information or conflict resolution.
    • Pick up work orders, respond to radio dispatches from the work order center and others. Report emergency situations to work order center and supervision.
    • Represent the plumbing shop, the department and the university in a professional manner, Respond to and participate in emergency overtime.
    • Attend training and keep a current asbestos worker certification. Attend any other required training.
    • Pick up materials from vendors as requested.
    • Provide input to shop performance and efficiency.
    • Perform related duties as required.
    Essential Function Indicator Yes

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