Technical Operations and Maintenance (40%)
· Perform advanced journey-level plumbing, pipefitting, and mechanical maintenance on campus systems.
· Install, repair, replace, troubleshoot, and maintain plumbing, domestic water, sanitary sewer, stormwater, natural gas, compressed air, vacuum, RO/DI water, pool, and water feature systems.
· Diagnose and correct water pressure issues, cross-connections, drainage problems, and system failures.
· Install and repair pumps, valves, heat exchangers, coils, regulators, tanks, fixtures, piping assemblies, and related equipment.
· Build and fabricate piping systems using industry-standard methods including threading, soldering, brazing, and welding preparation.
· Perform backflow testing, maintenance, and compliance activities.
· Interpret blueprints, specifications, schematics, and construction documents.
· Support energy conservation, water efficiency, and sustainability initiatives.
· Review contractor work and ensure compliance with university standards.
· Respond to routine and emergency service requests.
Leadership and Work Coordination (35%)
· Serve as the lead plumbing resource for the Cornish campus.
· Coordinate, prioritize, assign, and monitor daily work activities for maintenance personnel supporting South Lake Union facilities.
· Assess work orders and determine staffing, sequencing, materials, and scheduling requirements.
· Coordinate multi-trade projects with Facilities managers, project managers, shop leads, contractors, and vendors.
· Track work through the CMMS and ensure timely completion and closeout.
· Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, procurement requirements, and material lists.
· Maintain inventory levels and ensure availability of critical plumbing materials and supplies.
· Participate in hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and technical training of maintenance staff.
· Promote a collaborative, accountable, and customer-focused work environment.
Customer Service, Communication, and Administration (15%)
· Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, contractors, and campus partners regarding work status and scheduling.
· Provide project recommendations, budget input, and technical guidance to Facilities leadership.
· Maintain accurate records, work orders, inspections, permits, and compliance documentation.
· Prepare reports, estimates, and planning documents as requested.
· Represent the plumbing shop in meetings, project planning efforts, and campus initiatives.
Safety and Compliance (10%)
· Promote and enforce safe work practices, including lockout/tagout procedures.
· Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, permits, and university standards.
· Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
· Participate in emergency response activities and after-hours support as needed.