Plumber

Position Summary:

Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations (VUMO) seeks a Plumber Journeyman to perform routine plumbing work and plumbing construction/installation work. This is a full-time position: 40 hours per week. Must be available to work 7:30AM to 4:00PM. Must be available to work additional hours as required including evening hours.

VUMO provides facilities support for all construction, renovation, and routine maintenance of University Central space and facilities; housekeeping services for approximately 5.8 million square feet of academic, administrative, residential, and recreational space; grounds care for 330 acres that are a registered arboretum; turf care for athletic fields; and utilities for the University Central and the Medical Center.

VUMO’s annual budget exceeds $100 million in operating expenses and includes over 400 employees. VUMO manages major capital project expenditures totaling ~$125 million annually and facility renewal, replacement and large maintenance project expenditures totaling ~$20 million annually.

Key Functions and Expected Performance:

Supervisory Relationships :

This position does not have supervisory responsibility; this position reports administratively and functionally to Preventive Maintenance Manager.

Education and Certifications:

• High School Graduate or GED is required

• Journeyman Plumbers License is preferred

• Valid Driver License is required ; m ust have and maintain a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Vanderbilt University engages a third party to provide up-to-date notifications regarding negative changes to motor vehicle records
  

Experience and Skills :

• 5 Years of experience or the equivalent
• Strong communication skills
• Able to stand, stoop, crawl, work on elevated surfaces and be in awkward positions for extended periods of time.
• Push, pull, lift and carry at least 70 pounds.
• Able to work in various weather conditions
• High work ethic