Plumber

Location: Elsah

TITLE: Plumber

DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Engineer Shop, Facilities Department - Elsah Campus

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to Chief Engineer

WORK SUMMARY:
This position requires journeyman skill levels in the plumbing field. Installs, maintains, and repairs water piping systems, all plumbing fixtures and appurtenances following recognized procedures and techniques of the trade of plumber. Position will work with other trades within and outside of the Engineer's Shop.

Who We Are

At our award-winning pre-K-12 school in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education-blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia's team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of Alumni & Friends.

At Principia College, our globally-focused curriculum honors diverse perspectives and develops creative changemakers who use their academic skills for good in service to themselves, their communities, and the world. In-depth study meets real-world experience through study abroad programs, internships, capstone projects, and a robust slate of student activities, including a world-renowned mediation team, top-ranked solar car team, national champion rugby club, and the nation's oldest student-run public affairs conference.

Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow's leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued.

WORK PERFORMED - ESSENTIAL ACTIVITIES

Repairs and maintains water piping, soil waste and vent piping for all plumbing fixtures and appurtenances as per the plumbing codes of the State of Illinois, as well backflow prev enters, and lawn sprinkler systems. Repairs and maintains plumbing systems for all toilet rooms, laboratories, mechanical rooms, swimming pool, kitchens, and demineralized water distribution systems, safety eye wash and deluge shower piping systems;

underground subsoil drainage, sewer, acid waste piping and dilution basins; fire hydrant repair and campus water main distribution systems; and exercising water valves for domestic and fire systems.

Installs plumbing piping systems as well as piping revisions for the remodeling and additions to the various buildings of the campus. Inspects work site to determine method and place of installation, and determines tools, equipment and supplies to be used. Plans, maps, lays-out, fabricates and assembles piping and fixtures required. Transports materials, tools and equipment to the work site and installs and/or repairs piping system.

Shares Labor Day and Closed Campus Rotation responsibilities with other crew members, approximately four to six times per year. Position is subject overtime as needed.

Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Current plumbing license in the State of Illinois.
• A working understanding of the State of Illinois plumbing code.
• Cross-Connection Control Device Inspector certification or willingness to obtain.
• Knowledge of plumbing piping systems and their maintenance.
• Knowledge of the uses and application of materials for the work to be performed.
• The ability to read blueprints, plans, and specifications.
• Skill in the proper use, application and installation of copper, steel, brass, cast iron and HDPE, PVC, ABS and other types of plastic piping as well as various sanitary waste piping.
• Experience and knowledge of HVAC and electrical systems or the ability and willingness to obtain said training.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITY

• Respond to Service Requests in a prioritized and expeditious manner.
• Provide functional plumbing systems that (a) meet state and local codes; (b) meet the college's standards; (c) support program needs for students, faculty, and staff; (d) ensure the safety of all personnel and visitors; (c) use natural resources responsibly and in a manner that promotes their sustainability.
• Regularly look for, identify, and report functional deficiencies or substandard plumbing fixtures appurtenances and within the context of the planned maintenance system so that corrective action may be planned and executed in a timely manner and if needed included in the deferred maintenance list.
• Plan and follow an efficient and orderly workflow so that costs are minimized. Orders stock and maintains inventory.
• Maintain relations with end-users by providing well-maintained facilities and information on planned maintenance activities and unplanned emergencies.
• Identify and implement possible improvements that will reduce operating costs, improve services and result in a more efficient operation.
• Work cooperatively with other fellow crew and community members to maximize operational efficiency.
• Works with the in-house computerized work order system by…