Location: Plymouth, NH

Qualifications:

• Technical/vocational school graduation or equivalent apprenticeship.
• Three years of experience at journey level.
• Possession of appropriate license, if required by law.
• Knowledge of applicable codes/ordinances.
• Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this job, including heavy work with exposure to inclement weather conditions for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary.
• Valid Motor Vehicle Operators License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Plumber License – Master
• Ability to read and understand blue prints
• Training in confined space entry or willingness to be trained.
• Ability to respond to after-hours emergency calls.

About the Opportunity:

The Physical Plant department is seeking two positive, customer service oriented individuals to become part of the team. The schedule for this position is a 1st shift, working Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 3:30 pm. This is a full-time benefited position.

The Physical Plant department is responsible for the operations and maintenance, renovations and construction of all buildings, grounds and utilities of Plymouth State University. These services are provided to develop and maintain a functional, attractive and safe environment conducive to learning and to support the University's tradition of excellence. The Physical Plant department has dedicated, professional staff trained in every principle trade required to provide these services and/or to oversee contracted services that the department does not directly provide.

Under general supervision of designated supervisor, the Plumber/Pipefitter will install, maintain and repair heating and plumbing systems. Repairs and maintains plumbing by replacing defective equipment, replacing or mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains. They will assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using screws, bolts, solder, plastic solvent, and caulking. The Plumber/Pipefitter will study building plans and inspect structure to determine required materials and equipment and sequence of pipe installations. Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, and fixtures such as sinks, toilers and tubs, using hand and power tools. Cuts threads, and bends pipe to required angle, using pipe cutters, pipe-threading machine, and pipe-bending machine. Fills pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observes pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.