Position Information

Hiring Department: Facilities Management

Reports To: Plumber Supervisor

Job Location: El Paso, Texas

Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 7:00am- 3:30pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.

FLSA status: Non-exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Application Materials:

Resume
Cover Letter
List of three references

Position Summary

Essential Functions

Assembles install, or repair pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating water, or drainage systems, according to the specifications or plumbing codes. Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipe lines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install mechanical control systems.

Performs trouble shooting and repairs of water lines, gas lines, sanitary sewer, storm water conveyance and\ alterations of utility lines to accommodate the installation of new fixtures. drain cleaning machine.

Locates and marks underground pipe in existing locations throughout campus.

Perform inspection and repairs of back flow preventers

Joins pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, pvc solvent, and caulks joints by approved methods.

Repairs and maintains existing plumbing fixtures.

Purchases and controls inventories shop supplies, machinery and equipment.

Generate a report of work orders needed to address shop issues.

Estimates labor and material cost; reports the estimate to supervisor before submitting to work control system.

Trouble shoots systems to determine root cause of the problem and make the necessary corrective measures.

Implements installation and maintenance of plumbing systems based on as built blueprints and equipment M and O manuals.

Must be available on an “On Call” and after regular hours including work for the support of events and emergencies.

Frequently works without direct supervision.

Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Proficient knowledge of TCEQ regulations and laws.

Review blueprints, building codes and specifications to determine work details, procedures, including ADA standards and methods. Work with Planning and Construction in the execution and inspection of their construction projects.

Inspects all equipment in the direct area of the work order is in good working order. Generate work orders when needed and follow up with the necessary repairs or adjustments.

Take the lead on repair and installation projects. From planning to the execution of the work to its fruition.

Knowledge and experience to identify quickly analyze emergencies, actions, and events. Identify information by categorizing, prioritizing, recognizing differences / similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Generate and maintain a daily log, detailed annual work reports, backflow certifications and general plumbing shop records.

Locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors.

Cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.

Ability to cut and thread all pipe by approved methods.

Assembles and installs valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of metals, such as iron, steel, brass, and lead, and nonmetals, such as glass, vitrified clay, and plastic by approved methods.

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, word and the internet. Must have the ability to learn institutional software systems.

Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, and their applications.

Other duties may be assigned.

No supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

Education: High School diploma or GED.High School diploma or (GED)

and

Experience: Four years of verified experience in the plumbing industry.

Ability to obtain a Backflow Preventer License within one year of employment.

Texas Journeyman Plumber License required.

Preferred Qualifications: Backflow Preventer License preferred.

Why Pick UTEP

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

UTEP is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

This is an especially exciting time to join UTEP as it advances the goals of its 2030 Strategic Plan. Built around the institution’s core strengths—its location, its people, its supportive culture, and its community partnerships—the plan lays out a bold vision for the next decade, aimed at maximizing the University’s regional impact and national stature.

About Facilities Management

Facilities Management, under the leadership of Assistant Vice President of Facilities Management Stanley Joshua, oversees Facilities Services, Planning and Construction and Space Management. Working together as a team, we strive to fulfill the mission and vision of the University.

The UTEP campus has a rich history, and its architecture and infrastructure is truly a unique and important aspect of this history. Our campus and facilities are serviced by approximately 200 employees working as a team to operate, maintain, repair, renovate, and clean over 5.21 million square feet of space in 80 structures located on 421 acres.

More about Facilities Management!

Miner Perks and Benefits

What we Offer:

Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans
Retirement Programs
Longevity Pay
Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Employee Discounts & Perks
Employee Education Assistance program
And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.

Disclaimer: Eligibility for perks and benefits may vary based on part-time or full-time employment.

Additional Information

Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate to loud.

In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to a learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 223C.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

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