Position Title
Plumber III
Department
Facilities Mgmt_Building Maint
Job Family
Facilities/Construction
Position Status
Full-time
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
- Occasionally work before/during/after normal operating hours.
- Must be able to respond to emergency calls which can include fires, electrical outages, floods, and icy conditions.
Open to
External and Internal
Salary
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration
Funding expected to continue
Benefits at UTA
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
To perform journeyman level skills in the installation, maintenance, remodeling, repair and servicing of plumbing system, and utilities in a mechanisms utility distribution center. Responsible for the prompt performance of assigned plumbing and related duties and mechanism maintenance and repair of utility mains.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Install, repair, and replace waterlines, air lines, gas lines, sewer lines, sump pumps, sewer injectors, domestic water pumps, water heaters, piping, traps, valves, vents, washbowls, sinks, toilet fixtures, fittings, faucets, drains, special laboratory sinks, drain tables, experimental tables, and associated underground utilities.
- Unstop clogged lines.
- Cut and thread steel pipe and solder or braze copper pipe.
- DI and RO water system maintenance and repair.
- Connect and maintain hot water units and gas heaters, and checks for safety.
- Complete annual gas line testing and inspections.
- Perform related duties as assign by the plumbing supervisor, plumbing leader, or any other superior.
- Assist with simple estimates of time and materials required for a job.
- Pick up materials and supplies from vendors.
- Assist other OFM shops and University departments.
- Responds to on-call emergencies before/during/after normal hours of operation.
- This includes but not limited to:
- fires, electrical outages, floods, icy conditions and any other type of campus emergency.
Attends shop staff meetings as required.
Attends safety training or meetings.
Attends plant operations and maintenance training courses.
Trains personnel on operational and maintenance produces as required.
Drive a UTA owned vehicle.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or G.E.D.
- Three to five (3-5) years of skilled journeyman-level plumbing.
- State of Texas Journeyman License required.
- A valid Texas driver’s license.
- Ability to effectively executive oral and written communication in English.
Preferred Qualifications
- State of Texas Backflow Prevention Tester Certification required.
- Ability to operate back hoe and heavy equipment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed.
Working Conditions
- Must be able to work off of ladders, scaffolding, and tops/roofs of buildings.
- Working conditions are considered acceptable, but occasionally involve exposure to one or more disagreeable elements such as biohazards, toxic lab chemicals, poisonous gases dust, dirt, and the need to work in confined spaces or outside in all weather conditions.
- Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
- May work in extreme temperatures
- May work around standard office conditions.
- May work around electrical and mechanical hazards.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
