Plumber

Position Status & Special Application Instructions

Posting Number CS00580 RIC Position Number 5550-10000-2173 Benefits Eligible? Yes Section Number of Positions Available 1 Anticipated Start Date or Semester Posting Date 08/20/2025 Position Status Permanent - C End of Restricted or Limited Position Civil Service List No Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions/Information for Applicants

At time of appointment, applicant must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate.

Upon hire, candidate may be required to arrange for an official transcript of highest degree earned to be mailed/transmitted directly from the institution to RIC.

General Information to Applicants

Posting Details

Classification Information

Salary Grade 316CH Min Salary 24.01 Max Salary 25.07 Added Salary For this Position $9.00/hr Trade Wage Stipend FLSA Non-Exempt Branch of Service classified Labor Code Council 94 Local 2878 AA/EEO/ADA Statement

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.

Position Information

Position Title Plumber Department Name Maintenance and Repairs Full Time / Part Time Full-time General Statement of Duties

To install, inspect, and repair water, sewer, and other plumbing systems; to insulate piping systems; and to do related work as required.

Supervision Received

Receives general and specific work assignments from a superior with considerable latitude for the use of independent judgment in the application of the practices and techniques of the trade; work is reviewed usually upon completion for satisfactory performance.

Supervision Exercised

As required, supervises the work of helpers or others assigned to assist in the performance of a work assignment.

Scheduled Work Week / Hours / Area

40 hours/week

Monday through Friday

7:00AM - 3:30PM

Position Overview

The Department of Facilities & Operations is responsible for the maintenance and operations of the physical aspects of the Rhode Island College multi-building campus including contractor administration and the Central Falls Hub.

Reports To Associate Director, Facilities & Operations, Maintenance and Repairs Illustrative Examples of Work Performed

Under general supervision, to install, inspect, and repair water and sewer systems, including lavatory facilities, faucets, drinking fountains, sprinkler systems, and cafeteria equipment.

To inspect and maintain institutional equipment, such as continuous baths, shampoo tables, arm and foot baths, thermostatic mixing valves, and various hydrotherapy equipment.

To install, inspect, and repair gas and air lines.

To cut, thread, and bend pipes according to requirements.

To keep all power equipment and hand tools of the trade in good working condition.

As required, to requisition supplies and tools.

As required, to keep materials and time records.

To do related work as required

Education

Such as may have been gained through: completion of eight school grades; and

Experience

Such as may have been gained through: employment as a journeyman plumber.

Or Combination of Education and Experience

Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Or Combination of Education and Experience Additional Required Qualifications

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a journeyman plumber's license in the State of Rhode Island and must maintain such licensure as a condition of employment. At the time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate.

Knowledges Skills and Capacities

A thorough knowledge of the practices, techniques, tools, equipment, and materials used in the plumbing trade and skill in the application of such practices and techniques; skill in the use of the tools and equipment used in the plumbing trade; a working knowledge of safety measures and precautions; the ability to work from plans and specifications and to follow rough sketches and oral and written instructions; and related capacities and abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

NA

Number of Employees Supervised 0