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Grand Rapids Community College · 2 days ago

Journeyman Plumber

Grand Rapids, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$29.50/hr - $29.50/hr

2+ years exp

Grand Rapids Community College is seeking a Journeyman Plumber to perform and oversee plumbing work within the facilities department. The role involves maintenance, project work, and troubleshooting of plumbing systems and fixtures, ensuring compliance with safety and building codes.

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Responsibilities

Coordinate own and others' work between plumbing, electrical, general maintenance, HVAC, and carpentry departments, as well as administration and outside vendors

Plan, organize and layout all components of plumbing work through the use of blueprints, schematics, schedules, or sketches

Engage and interact with consultants, contractors, architects, etc. by providing assistance at all stages for the design and construction of college projects by determining/advising on requirements and standards for plumbing fixtures and systems

Respond to routine and emergency calls for repairs and service

Maintain all aspects of college systems up to and including drainage (storm and sanitary), water distribution systems (including irrigation), domestic systems, steam distribution, and science chemical drains

Knowledge of water treatment and distribution systems including repair, inspections, and maintenance

Knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair plumbing fixtures and appliances including water filtration, purification and culinary appliances. Repair, replace and maintain commercial plumbing equipment, fixtures, and appliances

Maintain plumbing drainage, waste, and vent systems including cleaning of stoppages in drain piping systems

Knowledgeable, and able to perform booster pump inspections, maintenance, and repairs

Complete backflow inspections. Make repairs as needed. Send reports to the city

Knowledge and ability of steam distribution and repairs

Cut, bend, thread, and fit pipes with adjoining pipe assemblies

Complete all work orders assigned and provide appropriate documentation in relation to completion of work

Accomplish all work in accordance with MIOSHA/OSHA guidance, applicable City, County and State building codes and regulations

Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

MI Journeyman Plumber licensePlumbing systems knowledgeBlueprint interpretationBackflow certificationWeldingFabricationOSHA safety regulationsBasic computer skillsTroubleshooting skillsEffective communication

Required

High school degree or GED diploma required

MI Journeyman Plumber with city of Grand Rapids contractor's license required

Must be able to troubleshoot all types of plumbing problems

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics

Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations

Must possess basic computer skills

Must have a valid Michigan driver license

Possession of a forklift/Hi-lo license within one (1) year after date of hire required

Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position