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Facility Maintenance Technician - Plumber
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193318SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Facility Maintenance Technician - PlumberAnticipated Hiring Range
$46,681 - $51,349Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Job Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Facilities - Building Maintenance & OperationsAbout the Department
The 900+ positions of the Facilities Division service the students and staff of the University’s teaching, research/administrative space and 2,240 acres of infrastructure. The Facilities Division provides design and building services, maintenance, custodial, landscape, solid waste removal, utility, mail, and motor pool services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The goal is to deliver cost effective services to the University, ensure completed projects and maintenance that conform to codes and regulations, while minimizing University liabilities and disruptions caused by the maintenance, repair, building, and equipment modifications to the University.
Essential Job Duties
- This is a highly skilled worker with a proficiency in plumbing installation, repair, maintenance, and pipe fitting, along with a working knowledge of secondary electrical systems and equipment generally falling under the heading of HVAC.
- Work is performed on all related plumbing and piping systems to include, but are not limited to, potable water, non-potable water, domestic waste drainage systems, lab and acid waste drainage systems, building sewers, heating hot water piping systems, steam piping systems, chilled water piping, compressed air piping, natural gas piping, and all associated fixtures, equipment and appurtenances of systems to be maintained.
Other Responsibilities
- This position has been designated as essential personnel for the University and may be required to report to work during adverse weather conditions even though the University may be operating on an alternate schedule.
- This position may assist with snow and ice removal under the direction of a supervisor.
- Must participate in quarterly on-call program, carrying a pager for one week at a time. This occurs every ten to fourteen weeks.
- Must be able to work overtime and/or alternate shifts when necessary for emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
Minimum Experience/Education
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification(s).
Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Other Required Qualifications
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform job duties.
- Knowledge of Federal and North Carolina safety policies and procedures.
- OSHA safety plans, Facilities Operations Policy #901 and the employee safety manual; notices when dangers exist and can address them safely, proper training and PPE usage.
- Open communication with customers and awareness of importance of critical systems/equipment operations necessary to maintain classroom environment, research facilities and administrative areas with minimal unscheduled downtime and inconvenience.
- Demonstrates a solid working knowledge of correct system operations for plumbing, electrical and HVAC trades.
- Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters.
- Ability to diagnose/troubleshoot/repair plumbing systems, boilers, fan turbines, pumps, condensate receivers, steam lines, expansion joints, strainers, pressure reducing stations, piping insulation air compressors, water softeners and other equipment for generating/controlling steam which requires pipe fitting and other skills.
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of routine repairs in the assigned trades and related tools.
- Demonstrates proper procedures to isolate and lock-out systems for which responsible.
- Cross train in all building equipment operating systems.
- Must be proficient in assessing issues and recommending solutions in the assigned trades of plumbing, electrical and HVAC.
- Work to increase knowledge of relevant trades through on-the-job training, classes and demonstrate a team maintenance approach.
- Must demonstrate the ability to address concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the plumbing trade with a secondary trades set in electrical and HVAC.
- NC plumbing license or reciprocal; or local jurisdiction Journeyman plumber certification.
- CFC certification.
Required License or Certification
- Valid Driver’s License required.
- Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
05/31/2023Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
06/06/2023Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume.”
Special Instructions
Please include as attachments a resume and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
Position Number
00043716Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Facility Maintenance Technician - Mechanical TradesPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$31,200 - $66,138Salary Grade Equivalency
GN08Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal EmergenciesTime Limited Position
NoIs this position partially or fully funded on ARRA stimulus monies?
NoDepartment Id
443801 - Bldg Main & Oper-Orig CampusAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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