Journeyman Plumber
Journeyman Plumber is responsible for the maintenance and repair of plumbing systems that serve medical, educational, and research facilities on the UAMS Campus. HS Diploma/ GED+5yrs plumbing exp,, valid D L, licensed plumber. Sal:$39,500.UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence . Apply jobs.uams.edu job # 2021-73804
Overview
This position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of plumbing systems that serve medical, educational, and research facilities on the UAMS Campus. These systems are vital to the safety, comfort, and general wellbeing of patients, students and employees. This position is also responsible for resolving all problems and or emergencies that arise from these systems and associated equipment on the UAMS Campus.
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks:
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Salary $39,500 annually ($18.99 hourly)
Responsibilities
- Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains all components of the “Campus” plumbing system. Items included in the plumbing system are (but not limited to): pumps, steam regulators, steam traps, relief valves, backflow devices, faucets, shower valves, water closets and condensate pumps.
- Installation of new equipment to include: Soldering, cutting, threading, and “laying out” steam, water, natural gas, medical gas and sewer drain pipe.
- Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains critical systems such as medical air, oxygen, vacuum, nitrous oxide and nitrogen for patients.
- Drives to sites to perform preventative maintenance inspections and procedures in accordance with the preventative maintenance instructions and applicable codes.
- Completes documentation essential for the Engineering & Operations work order system and preventative maintenance program.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED
- Must have a Journeyman Plumber license in accordance with ACA 17-38-301
- Computer program proficiency level: Novice
- 5 years of plumbing experience
- Valid Driver’s License with fewer than 12 points on their Motor Vehicle Record
Preferred Qualifications:
- 6-10 years of plumbing experience
- Master's plumbing license
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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Physical Requirements
Sit: Occasionally
Walk: Continuously
Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop, or reach overhead: Frequently
Lift, push, pull, carry weight: 51 - 99 lbs
Use hands to touch, handle, or feel: Continuously
Talk: Continuously
Hear: Continuously
Taste or smell: Never
Read, concentrate, think analytically: Frequently
Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment
Noise Level: Loud
Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity, Not required
Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Heavy machinery, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools