Plumber & Certified Boiler Technician

People are drawn to Guilford College for a number of reasons, including the College’s Core Values of community, diversity, equality, excellence, integrity, justice, and stewardship.

Working at Guilford provides you with a rewarding opportunity to impact the developing lives of students from a range of diverse backgrounds. Guilford attracts those who are seeking a professional challenge and career advancement. It also attracts those who want to enjoy a beautiful campus and location in the dynamic city of Greensboro, North Carolina.

Guilford College offers a wide range of benefits for full-time regular employees, including 13 paid holidays, tuition remission, health insurance, telemedicine, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, a retirement plan, and optional dental and vision insurance. In addition, employment at the College provides employees with access to numerous discounts for products, services, and attractions.

Position Summary

Basic Function

Contributes to the effective operation of the Physical Plant. Responsible for the installation and maintenance of plumbing, piping and other equipment at all buildings owned and operated by the College. These duties include work of plumbing tradesperson’s competence, physical capability, and mechanical and troubleshooting aptitude. This position also requires certification in boilers.

Duties & Responsibilities

Performs a broad range of plumbing and maintenance services of the Physical Plant within the Facilities Division:

• Installs, maintains, trouble shoots, tests, and repairs plant components, some of which include: steam and hot water heating system, heating systems components including pneumatic and electrical valves, compressors, boilers, circulators, septic systems, roof drains, fire system devices, rain water leaders, sewage lift pump stations, domestic water systems, water treatment systems, sinks, piping, building controls, fountains, kitchen equipment, drains, various types of plumbing fixtures, along with other plumbing and mechanical machinery, plant and utility systems;
• Carries out emergency, planned and preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment within the College.
• Responds to emergency calls that are a result of mechanical/plumbing failure both during and after regular hours of work;
• Responsible to assume work duties on plant systems and equipment, or perform various tasks normally designated to other department members when required;
• Ensures that all work is done according to standard trade practices, US Plumbing Code, and provincial and local building codes;
• Keeps appropriate records including complete equipment repair history, work orders, daily job card, vehicle records, test reports, and other related data;
• Determines sufficient material inventory. Locates correct replacement parts and suppliers. Initiates ordering of supplies and replacement parts
• Liaisons with other consultants, contractors, inspectors, suppliers, and other departments on maintenance and project work. Assists other College staff and external service providers; Accurately completes and documents work orders prior to submission to supervisor. Provides written reports on any inspections and/or tests and makes recommendations to improve performance;
• Maintains clean and orderly conditions in all working areas, including shop, vehicle and school sites;
• Ensures duties are performed in a fiscally responsible manner while observing all safety practices and regulations;
• Performs any other duties as required.

Competencies Required

The Plumber, shall have the following competencies

• The ability to work and communicate effectively within a team environment;
• The ability to support and communicate effectively with third parties including students, school staff, parents, and outside entities;
• The ability to organize and employ writing skills of the nature required to effectively communicate with the Director and external service providers;
• The ability to prioritize in the scheduling of work requirements;
• The ability to maintain a professional appearance and attitude on the job
• The ability to work within a team or individually, as required, with minimal supervision;
• An understanding of, and ability to carry out, policies and procedures developed by the Facilities Department;
• The ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, blueprints, plumbing code specifications, and diagrams for installation and repair of building systems and equipment;
• A working knowledge of building systems, including mechanical and electrical;
• A knowledge of applicable regulatory, building and trades guidelines and codes;
• A working knowledge of the various types of plumbing, space heating, utility controls and equipment, fire suppression systems, and water treatment;
• The ability to work with a computer as a programming and troubleshooting tool;
• The desire and ability to engage in continuing education and skills upgrading;
• The ability to understand and promote confidentiality as the norm;
• The ability to apply knowledge, experience and commitment in the areas of race relations, cross cultural understanding and human rights;
• Knowledge of Health & Safety procedures, which include fire and emergency plans, and Department of Labor procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma;
• Certification of Qualification as a Plumber recognized by North Carolina;
• Certified Boiler Technician
• Two years experience in the plumbing trade and/or minimum 2 years in trade school or a building maintenance environment;
• Additional technical experience or qualified certification in areas such as Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Welding, HVAC, Electrical, and Carpentry;
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license and excellent driving record;
• Physical and mechanical aptitude to perform a full range of maintenance and manual task. Work Environment (Equipment, Demands, Hazards):
• Ability and dexterity in use of various manual and powered hand tools;
• Must be able to use various equipment such as powered snakes, ladders, staging, and man lifts;
• Work involved with pressured hydronic systems, mechanical and boiler rooms, ventilation rooms, small spaces, and moving equipment;
• Occasional periods of high levels of physical exertion are needed. This includes heavy lifting, climbing, crouching, balancing, reaching, stooping, carrying, working in confined spaces, above or below normal temperatures, etc;
• Working at times with very small parts, in areas of public access, and individually and with others;
• Provide own hand tools and required to travel between various sites within College;
• Normal work period is spent indoors with occasional outdoor periods;
• Work evenings, days, and weekends as required. Hours of work and terms of employment subject to Collective Agreement, including callback and overtime, eight or ten hour shifts.

Guilford College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. See our full Statement of Non-Discrimination.