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Posted: 01-Oct-24
Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 552143
Department Name: 3CM00:Medical Center Physical Plant
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Facilities Construction Manager, the Journeyman Plumber:
- Demonstrates considerable functional knowledge of assembling, installing, and/or repairing pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating, water, or drainage systems in accordance with specifications or plumbing codes
- Applies knowledge of steam, water, and natural gas distribution systems, maintenance and repairs
- Reads, comprehends and interprets specifications, schematic diagrams and blueprints
- Inspects structures, locating and marking positions of pipes, connections, and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors
- Provides estimates of time and materials
- Utilizes hand tools, power tools, and electronic test equipment
- Performs tests to locate leaks and other problems utilizing water or air and reading gauges
- Cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
- Cuts, threads, and bends pipe to required angles
- Assembles and installs valves, pipe fittings, metal and non-metal pipes
- Utilizes screws, bolts, fittings, and solder to join pipes
- Troubleshoots and performs emergency repairs
- Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures, including toilets, drains, water heaters, sewer lines, etc.
- Maintains and repairs plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes, and opening clogged drains, etc.
- May perform field fabrication of plumbing and piping systems
In addition, the Journeyman Plumber:
- Performs preventative maintenance in accordance with methods and procedures to eliminate operating problems and improve outcomes
- Models and promotes excellent customer service for internal and external customers
- Works well with contractors and other tradesmen
- Maintains inventories of tools, materials, equipment, or products and ensures optimal material consumption
- Ensures plumbing systems are safe and running efficiently
- Follows all protocols and complies with safety procedures, The Joint Commission standards, regulations, federal and state codes
Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:
MS Windows/Office; KRONOS; and SAP.
Must have completed an apprenticeship or trade school, be licensed, and maintain the license*; have a minimum of two years of work experience as a journeyman as well as passing scores on written and/or practical exams.
Good working knowledge of plumbing specifications and Kentucky plumbing codes.
*Journeyman Plumber must complete at least 8 hours of continuing education during the year as a condition to renewal.
Must have completed an apprenticeship or trade school, be licensed, and maintain the license*; have a minimum of two years of work experience as a journeyman as well as passing scores on written and/or practical exams.
Good working knowledge of plumbing specifications and Kentucky plumbing codes.
*Journeyman Plumber must complete at least 8 hours of continuing education during the year as a condition to renewal.
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education:
HS
Required Related Experience:
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification :
Valid Journeyman Plumbers License – State of Kentucky
Preferred Education/Experience:
High School / GED + 2 Years
Associate's Degree / Technical Diploma + 2 Years — Preferred.
Minimum of two years' experience in performing the full range of tasks associated with the repair, replacement, or general construction of plumbing systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Driver's License — Preferred.
Associate's Degree / Technical Diploma + 2 Years — Preferred.
Minimum of two years' experience in performing the full range of tasks associated with the repair, replacement, or general construction of plumbing systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Driver's License — Preferred.
University Community of Inclusion:
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
About University of Kentucky
Adjacent to downtown Lexington, UK is nestled in the scenic heart of the beautiful Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. UK's campus covers more than 814 acres, with more than 30,700 students and 13,500 full-time employees, including nearly 2,400 full-time faculty and librarians.
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