Plumber

Delaware County Community College (DCCC), located outside of the Philadelphia Metro area, is looking for a diligent and dynamic Plumber to join our team of professionals who are committed to elevating the skilled trades with stellar work ethics in the maintenance of the College's physical structure. Under supervision, the Plumber will perform journey level plumbing maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and/or renovation of buildings, facilities, and equipment in one or more of the following areas: underground piping systems, building piping, fixtures, building equipment, and controls. Inspects buildings, facilities, and equipment to ascertain needed repairs and make recommendations/follow-up to supervision.Essential Functions:1. Performs journey level work in any or all of the following categories:2. Underground piping systems including but not limited to domestic water, sewer storm drains and other similar systems; laying out joints or supports; protects and backfills as appropriate3. Building piping including but not limited to industrial and domestic water, sewer and other drain lines, air gas and vacuum lines, other piping systems typically installed at DCCC; laying out joints or supports; protects and finishes as appropriate4. Fixtures including but not limited to faucets, toilets, traps and drains, water fountains and other similar devices5. Building equipment including but not limited to heaters, heat exchangers, pumps, and other equipment and components connected to piping systems in buildings6. Controls including but not limited to meters, valves, regulators, safe devices, and other components necessary to properly control liquid and gas systems7. Pipe and tubing jointing including but not limited to silver brazing, soldering, caulking, threading, compression joints, flaring, and other methods common to the trade8. Maintains, repairs, and installs building plumbing systems, components, fixtures, and/or equipment in accordance with established work order maintenance schedules, service calls or specific assignments by supervisor; performs work according to manufacturer's specifications, departmental guidelines, trade practices, blueprints, shop drawings, and schematics.9. Inspects buildings, facilities, and equipment to ascertain required repairs and makes recommendations to supervisor.10. Reports discrepancies or necessary follow-ups to supervisor.11. Establishes and maintains a positive and cooperative working relationship with members of department and campus community.12. Interprets blueprints, specifications, shop drawings, schematic manufacturers' specs, and other reference materials to determine appropriate job requirements and procedures.13. May be required to assist with maintaining files of utility and building systems diagrams generated from field investigation.14. Promptly reports accidents on the job, preparing and submitting accident reports.15. Responsible for adhering to policies, procedures, and practices on safety and operational instructions; complies with rules and regulations applicable to building codes.16. Prepares and submits requisitions for materials required to complete assigned tasks; plans work to ensure cost effective use of labor and materials. 17. Performs duties and responsibilities with a view toward department goals, energy conservation and support of academic and institutional goals.18. Perform other duties as assigned.The successful candidate must be an engaging, effective, team player who fosters collaboration. This individual will be able to demonstrate the use of best practice strategies associated with plumbing maintenance, materials, and equipment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a spirit of an independent problem-solver and the demonstrated ability to encourage, model, embrace, and incorporate diverse thought and perspective of all individuals of various backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives to foster an all inclusive environment.Qualified candidates will be a Licensed journeyman with 10 years of experience in commercial plumbing, experience in jobbing work, installation/repair of electric and regular faucets, toilets, and urinals. Maintains proficiency at the current level and continually updates knowledge through appropriate courses, seminars, publications, and contacts with others in the trade. Valid driver's license. A Journeyman License.Background Clearances: Act 153 Clearances (Act 34 PA Criminal Background History, Act 151 PA Child Abuse History, Act 114 FBI Clearance); Verification of educational credentials **For immediate consideration, interested candidates can apply online at offers a great competitive salary, with an outstanding benefits package which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug for all benefit eligible employees; College Paid Disability and Life Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; 403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plans (5% Employee Mandatory Contribution and a 10% Match by the College); Generous PTO, Holiday and Winter Break Schedule; Tuition Waiver & Tuition Reimbursement(*per established eligibility guidelines*); and a Four (4) Day Work Week Each Summer; Professional Development Opportunities; and a Supportive Work/Life Balance Campus Environment.***In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.****DCCC fosters a work environment, and a learning community focused on student success by delivering quality, affordable, and responsive educational opportunities in a technologically rich and supportive environment. We celebrate differences and commit to an "open door" policy for individuals with varying levels of knowledge, skills, experiences, and needs. By embracing diverse collegial perspectives, we seek to make inclusivity, teamwork, and respect the foundation for our students to reach their academic goals and on staff to thrive professionally. Delaware County Community College strongly encourages applications from members of traditionally under-represented groups. DCCC promotes an organizational culture and structure that honors diversity through integration of the principles of access, inclusion and most importantly equality. DCCC is an equal employment opportunity employer, valuing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging*.