General Maintenance Tech III (1st Shift Plumber Life Safety)

Works independently or as a member of a skilled life safety systems maintenance crew performing preventative testing, maintenance, repair, renovation and construction of campus building fire suppression systems in accordance with NFPA 25 codes, state and university standards and applicable directives. Performs repairs to residential and commercial plumbing systems. Performs other duties as assigned. Customer Service and Communication top priority.

65% - Essential - PLUMBING MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, RENOVATION AND CONSTRUCTION: Performs maintenance, repair, renovation and construction of campus building domestic water, wastewater, steam, and other plumbing related specialty systems such as vacuum, compressed air and gas. Unstops blockages in all types of plumbing fixtures and building drains, roughs in plumbing fixtures, drain lines, copper pipe & tubing and PVC pipe and fittings according to plumbing code. Understands and interprets construction drawings (blueprints) needed to perform required plumbing tasks.

15% - Essential - Campus Domestic Water and Process Water Systems: Conducts scheduled testing, inspections, installation and maintenance of campus domestic water and process water system specialties; including pressure reducing valves, water meter, check valves, strainers, piping and other related devices. High and Low Pressure Steam Systems: Inspects, tests, maintains and repairs high and low pressure steam traps, regulators and pressure valves. Utilizes thermal imaging equipment to evaluate performance of steam and hot water systems and associated equipment. Documents test results through CMMS.

10% - Essential - Domestic and Process Water Back-flow Devices Maintenance: Conducts scheduled visual and operational inspections/testing as required by DHEC and EPA guidelines. Makes repairs as necessary to ensure compliance with DHEC standards. Maintain DHEC certification for back-flow prevention devices. Documents results using CMMS and DHEC procedures.

5% - Essential - Fire Suppression System Maintenance: Conducts scheduled inspection, testing and preventative maintenance according to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Clemson University Fire Marshal guidelines. Ensures reliability of sprinkler systems and related building fire fighting components. Documents testing, inspections, maintenance and repairs utilizing University Facilities Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

5% - Essential - Safety: Promotes a safe workplace and safe work practices. Complies with all applicable OSHA safety mandates and compliance with University LOTO policy. Complies with all EPA and DHEC rules and regulations. Promotes positive and productive relationships within and between shops.

Education -  High School Diploma or Equivalent and trades experience that is directly related to the area of employment.

Work Experience: 3+ years

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

  70% - Stand for prolonged period
  10% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
  70% - Walk or move about
  20% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
  20% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
  30% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
  30% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
  70% - Recognize or inspect visually
  30% - Move, transport, raise or lower
  30% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
  10% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
  40% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

  75% - Exposure to heat or cold
  50% - Exposure to dust/fumes
  50% - Wet or humid
  30% - Noise
  30% - Vibration
  40% - Mechanical hazards
  15% - Chemical hazards
  30% - Electrical hazards
  10% - Radiant energy hazards
  30% - Burn hazards
   5% - Overnight Travel
  10% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)

Standard Hours: 37.5;  Work schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00pm, subject to callbacks, and occasional weekends

Expected Salary: $38,000.00

Essential Level 2 employee

Required to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.

Clemson, SC

April 29, 2024

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.      

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.         

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.