Requisition Number: 33829 Job Title: PLUMBER, LEAD Working Title: Lead Plumber Salary: $45.75 hourly Job Type: Career Department Name: 3170A-OCH
– ROOMS OPERATIONS Department Website URL: https://housingandhospitalityservices.ucla.edu Job Summary Statement: Under the general supervision of the Department Manager and the Supervisor, incumbent is responsible for providing support to properties managed by UCLA Housing & Hospitality Services.
The incumbent is primarily responsible for performing and overseeing the efficient operation of a plumbing crew responsible for the full range of journey level functions of a Plumber.
Inspect, maintain, repair, design, modify, and alter residential infrastructure to include all buildings, common areas, equipment, and building systems and ensure the efficient operation.
Assemble, install, and repair pipes composed of metals such as iron, steel, brass, copper, or lead, and non-metals such as glass, vitrified clay, and plastic.
Assemble, install, and repair pipe-fittings, valves and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems.
Cut and thread pipes using pipe cutters and cutting torch.
Install and repair plumbing fixtures.
Operate, inspect, and maintain tools of the plumbing trade.
Perform finish plumbing and trim work.
Read and interpret blueprints and develop layouts.
Clean-up job site and assure good safety practices are observed on the job site and that tools and equipment are used with caution.
Responsible for communicating job-related problems to appropriate supervisory levels in order to resolve on-site job concerns.
Incumbent typically performs the work of Plumbers in addition to transmitting orders and explaining tasks to co-workers and performs record keeping and ordering functions.
Percentage of Time: 100 Shift Start: 7:00 am Shift End: 3:30 pm Qualifications for Position25 Records Qualifications Required/PreferredDemonstrated skill and experience in one or more of the following plumbing areas: domestic, industrial, commercial, and/or process piping.RequiredSkill in coordinating and supervising maintenance staff including delegating responsibility, training and evaluating performance.RequiredThorough knowledge of the materials, equipment, methods, and tools of the plumbing trade, including achievement of operational skills.RequiredAbility to install various piping, plumbing fixtures, and all related components.RequiredSkill in conducting appropriate tests on water, air, and natural gas lines; hydrostatic or air pressure and flow tests.RequiredAbility to troubleshoot piping systems for signs of damage or deterioration or need for adjustment.RequiredAbility to safely and skillfully operate various tools and equipment of the plumbing trade as well as oxyacetylene torches, soldering equipment, mechanical pipe threaders and cutters, hammers, and gas powered saws and grinders.RequiredAbility to read, interpret, and understand technical language in specifications, schematics, and blueprints.RequiredSkill in modifying and/or adapting designs, procedures, or methods to make necessary alterations and modifications.RequiredSkill in estimating material and labor requirements to accomplish task.RequiredSkill in adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing 4-digit numbers and fractions in order to calculate layouts and offsets, and provide accurate cost calculations.RequiredAbility to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, subordinates, supervisors, administrators, customers, visitors, and outside agencies.RequiredOral communication skills to obtain or convey clear, concise, and grammatically correct information.RequiredSkill in writing simple English phrases using correct grammar and spelling to complete reports that are accurate and easy to comprehend.RequiredAbility to work independently and follow through on assignments.RequiredWorking knowledge of standard safe work practices.RequiredWorking knowledge of UBC, OSHA, and ADA requirements as it relates to the function and ability to recognize discrepancies of ADA and Fire/Life/Safety codes at each job and report to supervisorRequiredSatisfactory completion of a certified 4-year trade-related apprenticeship program or equivalent experience and education.RequiredMust possess a valid City of Los Angeles or California State Journeyman Plumbing License.RequiredWorking knowledge of current Uniform Plumbing Code, N.F.P.A.
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– Title 24 Code.RequiredAbility to stand, crawl, walk, and stoop; push, pull, and lift or lower objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in wet or humid weather, and in fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures.
Ability to work under adverse situations and conditions, e.g., dirty, noisy, etc., and ability to distinguish colors.RequiredMust possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License, Class C.
Ability to drive a truck or other light vehicle in the course of duties.RequiredAbility to work overtime and weekends and ability to work various shifts.RequiredWorking knowledge of asbestos removal.RequiredPossession of Backflow Prevention Certification.
Valid C36 license preferred.Can be trained Additional Posting Information Bargaining Unit: K4-Skilled Crafts-UCLA Application Deadline: 07-20-2021 External Posting Date: Quicklink To Posting: hr.mycareer.ucla.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=80816 Special Instructions: Contact information: Number of Positions: Special Employment Designations/ Requirements Per UC Policy Conflict of Interest: N/A Critical: Continued employment contingent upon completion of satisfactory background investigation.
Driving Record: Position is subject to the California DMV’s “Pull Notice System” and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.
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CANRA:Is this position designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA?
No Other Special Employment Requirements: Drug Test: Employment is contingent upon completion of satisfactory drug test.Physical: Employment is contingent upon completion of satisfactory physical examination.
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