Plumber; Internal Search

Position: Plumber (Internal Search)
Alabama State University, Office of Facilities Management & Operations invites applications to fill the position of Plumber. The selected candidate will perform a variety of plumbing tasks in accordance with standard trade practices in the installation and maintenance of plumbing fixtures and accessories installed in university buildings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Install, maintain, and repair water lines, sewer, lavatories, urinals, gas lines and gas heaters

* Assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, water and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes

* Cut and thread pipe using pipe cutters, cutting torch, and pipe threading machine

* Bend pipes to required angle by using a pipe bending machine

* Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of metal and non-metal

* Join pipes systems using screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulking

* Fill pipe systems with water or air and check for leaks using a pressure gauge

* Install and repair plumbing fixtures such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners

* Repair and maintain plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mend burst pipes, and open clogged drains and perform other job related duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED, completion of a certified plumbing program, and 8 years of experience as a journeyman plumber are required.

EEOC STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.

All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen.