Plumbing Supervisor

Choate Rosemary Hall is hiring a Plumbing Supervisor to join our facilities operations! The Plumbing Supervisor is responsible for the maintenance of all Plumbing and Sprinkler systems for all buildings on campus. Responsible for the maintenance of the Pool filtration system. Supervises and schedules the 2 plumbers to provide the needed service and helps direct outside contractors as necessary.

Duties of the Plumbing Supervisor include:

• Leadership and supervision to plumbing staff.
• Repair and maintain all campus plumbing systems, domestic hot and cold-water systems, sprinkler systems and pool maintenance.
• Plan, estimate and schedule all resources necessary to complete work orders and capital projects.
• Install new equipment to include toilets, sinks, domestic hot water heaters, and piping repairs.
• Advise managers and supervisors when multi-disciplinary projects are being developed and in progress.
• Assist management in establishing and controlling project and operating budgets.
• Reviewing and make recommendations on architectural and engineering building plans and reporting back to the project manager.
• Conduct construction project building inspections to learn the new buildings and provide any deficiency reports.
• Responsible for following and enforcing all applicable OSHA, EPA and NFPA codes/standards in the shop and on campus (i.e. confined space entry, ladder safety, etc.). Ensure compliance of all staff.
• Assist with and oversee activities of outside contractors.
• Supervises the installation, maintenance, and repair of all plumbing and sanitary systems.
• Responsible for campus fire sprinkler protection systems. Work with Fire Sprinkler contractor with the quarterly sprinkler inspections.
• Responsible for installation of new water service and maintenance of building water mains.
• Responsible for all aspects of swimming pool aquatic maintenance.
• Responsible for repair and maintenance of kitchen equipment and systems.
• Maintain shop in a neat and orderly manner and maintain shop equipment inventory.
• Perform performance evaluations of plumbing staff.

SECONDARY DUTIES

• Responsible for identifying, recommending and overseeing maintenance and repair of tile work in areas associated with the plumbing trade.
• Responsible for maintenance and repair of storm water management systems.
• Assist with repair and maintenance of campus irrigation systems.
• Assist other trades and emergency responders when necessary to repair all facility-related problems.
• Participate in continuing education to maintain licensure and to improve knowledge based on plumbing codes.
• Participate in the 24/7 rotational on call program; report when called on for emergency service that will include evening and weekend hours.
• Assist with school special events that will include evening and weekend hours.
• Perform other trade related duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM KSA'S (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES) REQUIRED FOR PLACEMENT IN POSITION

Education:

• High School degree or equivalent
• Trade School degree or equivalent

Prior experience:

• 5 years as a licensed plumber and 3 years of supervisory experience.

Licenses & Certifications:

• P1 Plumbing License is required.
• F2 sprinkler license is preferred.
• CPO Certification to maintain Pool preferred. Will need to be obtained after hiring.
• Preferred skills include kitchen appliance repair, bathroom tile, and grout repair.
• Shall be competent in understanding OSHA General Industry standards. 30-hour certification or equivalent preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Connecticut driver's license.

Specialized training in:

• Swimming pool aquatic maintenance a plus

Other Key Competencies:

• Accountability, honesty, integrity, loyalty, ability to maintain confidentiality, and the ability to avoid conflicts of interest situations.
• Ability to work independently and to be a "self-starter".
• Shall have competent skills, knowledge, and experience in Plumbing and piping.
• Shall have knowledge of and understand federal, state, and local regulations related to Plumbing.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and plumbing diagrams.
• Strong customer service attitude with both internal and external contacts.
• Sound judgment, able to remain cool under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Teambuilding skills; development and maintenance of positive interpersonal relationships
• Strong oral communications, presentation skills, writing ability.
• Fluent (read/write/speak) in English language.
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Interpersonal skills -displays a high level of tact, diplomacy, and professionalism.
• Planning/organizing -plans work activities and uses time efficiently.
• Quality control -demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability -adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Resourcefulness - ability to seek out and use cutting edge resources (products, training, etc.) to ensure the job is being done as efficiently as possible.
• Proficient use in operating a computer.
• Work with minimal supervision.