Plumber

Position Title: Plumber

Department: Facilities Management

Reports to: Supervisor for Utilities & Energy Management

Appointment: Full-time – 40 hours per week

Salary: $45.85 per hour

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

University plumbers work with all types of potable water pipe repair and installation; building drain and sanitary drainage system and related ventilation system; plumbing fixture repair and installation; fire protection piping and the repair, maintenance, and installation of control devices within these systems; perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be member in good standing and be able to provide proof of current membership in the Plumbers’ Local Union No. 63 affiliated with the A.F.L.-C.I.O. and the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing Industry of the United States and Canada; minimum of five (5) years experience as a Journeyman in all aspects of commercial and or industrial plumbing repair, maintenance and new installations; ability to take instruction from several sources; ability to work/interact with diverse groups of people demonstrating respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; effective communication and interpersonal skills; good attendance/work records and possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications : backflow preventer certification, med gas certification **Please attach photocopy of any certificates and/or licenses to application.

MENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have mental and physical capabilities to perform essential functions of position with or without reasonable accommodations, i.e., stand, bend, reach, push, pull, climb, etc.; tolerate constant or extreme noise, speak and write, independently handle up to 50 pounds; visual ability sufficient to safely and effectively operate equipment, hearing ability sufficient to hear statements and hold conversations through earpiece and in person; speaking ability sufficient to communicate effectively with other individuals; work environment is indoor and outdoor.

TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates MUST submit the following:

• A cover letter that addresses the qualifications of the position,
• Current resume
• Complete contact information for three professional references.

Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering nearly 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students’ opportunities, choices, and resources to build their futures. Innovation, action, and collaboration drive Bradley students to generate ideas and create solutions that remake the world around them. Our comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs includes business, communications, education, engineering, fine arts, health sciences, liberal arts and sciences, and technology.

Bradley University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA and retirement plan options. Bradley also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees and dependents through the Tuition Remission program. More information regarding our benefits is available here: www.bradley.edu/offices/business/human-resources/benefits.

Bradley University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration, faculty and staff are committed to attracting qualified candidates from underrepresented groups.