Title: Plumber - Auxiliary Employee Classification: Plumber Campus: University of North Texas Division: UNT-VP Finance & Admin SubDivision-Department: UNT-Facilities Department: UNT-Facilities-Gen-152000 Job Location: Denton Salary: $39,270.00 FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility:About Us - Values Overview: Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu . Department Summary We are the Auxiliary Maintenance Team within the Maintenance division of UNT Facilities. Our team performs the routine and preventative maintenance that is vital to the resident and dining experience within our resident halls, dining facilities and many of our Sorority chapter locations. We work in close coordination and cooperation with our partners within the Housing and Auxiliary Services Department to make residence life our number one priority. Auxiliary Maintenance is a culmination of several trades including structural, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and access control. We currently maintain facilities across 15 resident halls, 6 dining facilities and 7 Sorority Houses plus the Center for Sorority-Fraternity Life and the UNT Welcome Center. Our goal is to provide the most reliable, efficient and outstanding service to our residents, who rely on our maintaining their living and dining spaces so they can focus on their education. We take great pride in what we do, and strive for excellence in service daily. Position Overview This position is responsible for intermediate skilled craftwork that involves heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R) work. Duties include installation, maintenance, repair, and service of building systems and requires advanced skills in a primary craft and may require limited competency in a secondary craft. This position will primarily work in Residential and Dining buildings across campus Inspects and investigates leaks to determine appropriate actions to resolve and repair; maintains, installs, and replaces various plumbing pipes, fittings, fixtures, valves, and other related appliances within campus facilities and infrastructure according to the international plumbing code. ** Repairs and maintains plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes and opening clogged drains; repairs and maintains Internal plumbing systems and external drains; cleans plumbing systems utilizing appropriate equipment as well as hot or cold water systems, steam heating, compressed air, gas supply, and lab equipment. ** Troubleshoots, maintains, repairs, and upgrades all equipment associated with HVAC for building on the UNT Denton Campuses. Systems include but are not limited to: fan coil units, roof top units, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, DX systems. ** Reports needed equipment and supplies in order to maintain proper amounts of inventory to perform jobs in a timely manner. ** Inspects HVAC systems and their components (heating units, building exhaust fans, ventilations units, etc.) for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending preventive maintenance. ** Prepares equipment and plans for plumbing job by reading blueprints, coordinating with coworkers and assembling appropriate equipment. ** Other duties as assigned. ** May be assigned to the on call rotation. ** This position is considered to be essential personnel, and may require working overtime, which could include nights and weekends as needed. Minimum Qualifications Five years' of experience in maintenance/repair or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities ** Knowledge of and skill in use of standard tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of general maintenance task ** Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of general maintenance ** Knowledge of blueprints, schematics, and working drawings. ** Ability to use basic shop math applications. ** Ability to locate and identify problems in appropriate building system or equipment and to plan and execute necessary repairs. ** Physical ability to perform moderately heavy physical work which includes lifting and crawling, and to remain outdoors in inclement weather. ** Knowledge of appropriate safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed. Preferred Qualifications Tradesman Plumber License HVAC Certified Technician License EPA Universal Refrigeration Certification Required License/Registration/Certifications Possession of a valid Texas driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment; ability to drive a vehicle and maintain coverage under University liability insurance policy, if required to drive University vehicles. Job Duties:
- Inspects and investigates leaks to determine appropriate actions to resolve and repair; maintains, installs, and replaces various plumbing pipes, fittings, fixtures, valves, and other related appliances within campus facilities and infrastructure according to the international plumbing code.
- Prepares written or digital materials (repair status, activity logs, parts requests, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information.
- Inspects HVAC systems and their components (heating/cooling units, building exhaust fans, ventilations units, etc.) for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending preventive maintenance.
- Performs daily inspections of building mechanical rooms and reports findings.
- Installs, maintains, repairs, and rectifies problems through the many mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to include electrical motors, compressors and actuators.
- Promotes Facilities core values of Service, Integrity, and Excellence by conducting oneself in a manner that is respectful, honest, ethical, and customer focused.
- Consistently completes expected duties in a timely manner without constant supervision. Accepts responsibility for own work and follows through on commitments.
- Demonstrates punctuality and follows policies and procedures for absences, time and attendance
- Committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Driving University Vehicle: Yes Security Sensitive: This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions:Benefits: For information regarding our Benefits, click here . EEO Statement: The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permitand takes actions to preventdiscrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.