Plumber Journeyman

Date Revised: 01/06/2020

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Plumber Journeyman

Job Category: Non-Exempt

PCLS: 60063

Salary Grade: F

Summary

Incumbents in the Plumber series perform general plumbing work in the installation, remodeling, maintenance, and repair of the University hydronic and plumbing systems. Incumbents work as team members to complete projects.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Plumber Journeyman is distinguished from the Plumber Apprentice in that incumbents in the Journeyman level use advanced level skills to perform more complex and technical tasks with more independence.

Reporting and Supervisory Responsibilities

The Plumber Journeyman reports to a Foreman. This classification may train and guide less senior technicians.

Typical Functions

1. Maintains, repairs, and installs general plumbing components, including toilets, urinals, faucets, hose bibs, and drains.

2. Performs preventive maintenance on plumbing/hydronic related equipment and systems as outlined.

3. Responds to and repairs water leaks or plumbing/hydronic problems reported from campus buildings.

4. Ensures water quality to research labs by maintaining and repairing water softeners, distillers, reverse osmosis systems, and other water treatment equipment.

5. Under direct supervision of senior technicians, maintains the domestic water supply system to plumbing code standards.

6. Under direct supervision of senior technicians, assists in the maintenance of all medium and low-pressure steam lines and related equipment.

7. Monitors proper flow on all waste, drain, and vent lines, including separators and traps.8. Responds to work orders on assigned campus buildings.9. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.10. Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

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11. Cleans equipment, shop area, and work site.12. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Ability to learn through observation and hands on experience.2. Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.3. Skilled at performing routine manual labor.4. Knowledge of state plumbing and safety codes.5. Knowledge of plumbing/hydronic maintenance and repair techniques.6. Basic computer skills.7. Customer service skills.8. Skilled in welding, soldering, and brazing.9. Skilled in the use of various hand and power tools common to trade.10. Ability to work without supervision.11. Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.12. Ability to consistently improve and learn new skills.13. Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and customers.14. Ability to complete additional training to stay current with trade.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of directly related experience in the plumbing trade is required.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects. Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Additionally, the work environment can include confined or narrow spaces. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.

Fundamental Abilities

Within the scope and complexity of each position’s responsibilities, each incumbent is expected to possess and demonstrate the following abilities:

1. Communicating : Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing. 2. Problem solving : Analyzes information and evaluates results to select the best solution and solve

problems.

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3. Monitoring : Measures performance of self; makes improvements and takes appropriate corrective action.

4. Critical Thinking : Comes to well-reasoned conclusions, solutions, and approaches to problems.5. Team Building : Works to create a team-based environment. Consistently demonstrates

cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers.6. Active Listening : Gives full attention when others are speaking; listens to understand, asks

questions as appropriate, and does not interrupt.7. Service Orientation : Actively seeks opportunities to help others.8. Conflict Resolution : Acts professionally when encountering customers who, at times, may be

frustrated or threatening.

Core Characteristics

As representatives of Utah State University and primary contributors to its mission, all employees are expected to demonstrate the following characteristics:

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2. Take initiative3. Maintain confidentiality.4. Be accountable.5. Behave ethically.6. Be honest and trustworthy.7. Demonstrate a strong work ethic.

8. Be inquisitive.9. Be detail oriented.10. Be self-motivated.11. Efficiently manage multiple tasks.12. Be a team player.13. Be committed to improving USU.

Disclaimer This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.

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