Master Plumber

Classification

Minimum Pay

Compensation will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

•    Manages the College Plumbing Department to include the supervision of staff and daily coordination with faculty and staff.
•    Provides service to maintain, repair, install and update college-owned or leased water, sewer, drainage, natural gas, oil pneumatic compressed air and fire suppression / sprinkler systems.
•    Reviews design of systems; may design a system per City of Omaha Plumbing codes as needed.
•    Coordinates with outside contractors, professional engineers and City of Omaha Plumbing Division on plumbing related projects.
•    Works with the City of Omaha Mechanical / Plumbing Department and City of Omaha Permits and Inspection.
•    Purchases and/or installs materials and supplies form local supply houses.
•    Supports facilities office to include, but not limited to the completion of P-Card reconciliations, purchase requisitions, work orders, and services requests.
•    This position is designated essential and may be called in for emergency situations, to include, but not limited to snow removal, structural failures, and natural disasters. 
•    Consistently and dependably attends work, activities, and functions as scheduled or assigned.

•    Knowledge of City of Omaha Plumbing Codes and techniques.
•    Knowledge of proper plumbing techniques.
•    Knowledge of all applicable plumbing codes.
•    Skill in maintaining organized files and accurate documented records.
•    Skill in utilizing College-supported software, computer systems, and peripherals.
•    Ability to hold City of Omaha Master Plumbing License.
•    Ability to hold City of Omaha Backflow testing/repair/installation License.
•    Ability to complete the mandatory 12 hour CE classes per year as requirement for code updates and license requirements.
•    Ability to read interpret blueprints, utilizing a computer.
•    Ability to work ‘after hours’ by telephone or in person emergencies.
•    Ability to operate forklifts, skid loaders, JLG Lifts, jack hammer, power/hand tools and drive College vehicles.
•    Ability to work in adverse cold, heat, dust, foul odors/solids, heights, below ground level and wet conditions. 
•    Ability move in excess of 100lbs occasionally and in excess of 50lbs frequently.
•    Ability to communicate with excellent interpersonal skills; in person, in writing, through email, etc.
•    Ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures and ethnicities.

•    High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
•    Five (5) years of experience as a Journeyman Plumber in a commercial setting.
•    Five (5) years of experience as a Master Plumber.
•    Five (5) years of supervisory experience. 
•    City of Omaha Master Plumber’s License required.
•    City of Omaha backflow/testing/repair/installation License required.
•    Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience considered.
•    This position is categorized as “designated”, as it pertains to temporary College closures or adverse conditions.
•    Valid driver's license and insurability to drive college vehicles is required.
•    Must pass a background check.