Plumber

Position Information

Posting Number CS02138 Job Title PLUMBER Position Number 1822 FTE FLSA Pay Rate $23.09 - $24.11 Plus hourly shift differential of $2.00 per hour. Salary Range Pay Grade Level Grade 316G Position Type Classified Civil Service Staff Union C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint) Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent Restriction or Limitation Reason End Date of Restriction or Limitation

Department Information

Department Maintenance & Repair Contact(s)

Karen G. Healey

Specialist, Talent Acquisition

Office of Human Resource Administration

80 Lower College Road

Kingston, RI 02881

Contact Phone/Extension ... Contact Email ... Physical Demands

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

Campus Location Kingston Building(s) Grant Funded Extension Contingent on Funding Date Extension Contingency Notes Duties and Responsibilities

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 performance of a work assignment.

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.

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:

KNOWLEDGE, 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

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

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must possess a journeyman plumber's license in the State of Rhode Island.

Preferred Qualifications Environmental Conditions

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Work Hours

2:00pm - 10:30PM - Monday through Friday

Days Off: Saturday & Sunday

Posting Date 07/12/2025 Closing Date 07/21/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants

THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ACTIVE JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER'S LICENSE IN THE STATE OF RI AND MUST MAINTAIN SUCH LICENSE AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

The University of Rhode Island is an equal opportunity employer.

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