Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 30 Mar 2024
Posting Summary
| Logo | |
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| Posting Number | STA00112PO24 |
| Job Family | Skilled Trades |
| Job Function | Plumbing |
| USC Market Title | Plumber |
| Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133908 |
| Job Level | T2 - Technical Support |
| Business Title (Internal Title) | Trades Specialist IV |
| Campus | Columbia |
| Work County | Richland |
| College/Division | Division of Administration and Finance |
| Department | DAF Facilities Maintenance |
| State Pay Band | 5 |
| Approved Starting Salary | $45,133 |
| Advertised Salary Range | $45,133-$56,416 |
| Location of Vacancy | |
| Part/Full Time | Full Time |
| Hours per Week | 37.5 |
| Work Schedule | Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Basis | 12 months |
| Job Search Category | Trades/Maintenance |
About USC
| About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. |
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| Inclusive Excellence Statement | At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees. |
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.
Position Description
| Advertised Job Summary | High school diploma and 5 years directly related trade experience. Valid driver’s license required. |
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| Minimum Qualifications | High school diploma and 5 years directly related trade experience. Valid driver’s license required. |
| Preferred Qualifications | High school graduate and 6 years experience in the management or supervision of commercial maintenance and repair services relating to plumbing systems with a journeyman certification in plumbing. |
| Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Knowledge of general maintenance requirements, maintenance requirements specific to trades background, safe work practices, and typical hazards within the work place. Ability to work within established resources, communicate in writing and orally to management, maintain accurate records, operate computer systems, organize work materials, plan and prioritize work, develop and use strong customer service skills, maintain a harmonious relationship within team members and other departmental staff, work independently, demonstrate dedication to team work and customer service, utilize safe work practices, and promote safety in the work place. |
Job Duties
| Job Duty | Assists with the coordination of the installation of new and modified plumbing systems including but not limited to reading blueprints, schematics, or drawings; consulting with University Project Managers, contractors, and sub-contractors about new construction plans based on USC standards and to provide information on existing plumbing systems that may be affected during a project and advice on requirements for future construction projects; reviewing construction areas for plumbing requirements; estimating costs for project work based on length, scope, manpower, and equipment requirements; actual installation or modification of plumbing systems; communication of expected installation or modification work with plumbing personnel; and troubleshooting new or newly modified systems to assure proper functioning. |
|---|---|
| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 25 |
| Job Duty | Serves in addition to and as backup to the Trackhoe Operator by operating trackhoe to install and repair backflows, and to provide digging services for other service units to install and/or repair water, sewer, steam and storm drain lines following established Palmetto Utility Protection Services processes, and safety guidelines, and compliant with national and local codes and regulations; maintaining the track hoe including conducting routine inspections, performing minor repairs, ensuring that preventative maintenance duties are performed according to established schedules, troubleshooting and solving or reporting mechanical problems, taking vehicle to approved wash facilities and ensuring vehicle is properly cleaned, and following all safety procedures, and national and local codes and regulations; and installing new backflows where needed on University grounds and equipment, including irrigation, make up water for mechanical systems, and domestic systems. |
|---|---|
| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 5 |
| Job Duty | Responds to emergency maintenance situations as needed after hours by communicating with night maintenance staff, Facilities personnel, supervisor, USC Police Department dispatch or governing municipalities representatives; determining plan of action; notifying Facilities leadership personnel when a utility is shut down; and physically arriving at area of distress in order to resolve the situation. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 5 |
| Job Duty | Performs administrative tasks including maintaining and completing accurate daily time sheets and records on all scheduled and emergency repairs performed; assisting with the Facilities inventory control by requesting, receiving and monitoring maintenance supplies, materials, and tools from Consolidated Supplies and outside vendors following established procurement policies and procedures; and attending meetings and training events related to customer service, safety, and continuous improvement. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 5 |
| Job Duty | Maintains and monitors a comprehensive planned and corrective maintenance program for constant reliable operations relating to University-wide domestic water, cross connection, and sanitary drainage systems by receiving work orders; communicating with coworkers, supervisor, manager, and the Call Center; planning, inspecting, verifying, communicating, and troubleshooting facility plumbing issues; performing primary and back-up plumbing work regularly when necessary; testing and repairing backflow devices on all university buildings, and domestic water, irrigation and fire lines; estimating time and associated costs of service work; ensuring that corrective measures have been provided for all identified problems or concerns; developing and maintaining strong customer service practices including customer involvement, communication, notifications, and process reviews; ensuring that all maintenance activities are well-planned, delivered and completed in the most effective manner possible; ensuring that all work performed follows the departmental and OSHA safety guidelines, policies, and regulations; and ensuring that systems are in safe working order and are compliant with national and local codes and regulations while exhibiting a professional demeanor including conduct, appearance, and work practices. |
|---|---|
| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 55 |
| Job Duty | Provides such maintenance support as may be required. |
|---|---|
| Essential Function | No |
| Percentage of Time | 5 |
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
| Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | Yes |
|---|---|
| Hazardous weather category | Essential |
Posting Detail Information
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
|---|---|
| Desired Start Date | |
| Job Open Date | 02/14/2024 |
| Job Close Date | 03/30/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by March 30, 2024. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/164027 |
| EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. |
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