Plumber I

Unleash YOUR Potential With Us 

As a next-generation public research institute, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve. 

Facilities and Business Operations:

Facilities and Business Operations is committed to providing service to faculty, staff, students and the community by creating, maintaining, and protecting the educational environment of the university.  We support the goals of UCF by being a leader in providing world-class expertise and service.

The Opportunity:

The Plumber I provides essential plumbing support in the operational maintenance, installation, repair, of sanitation components of campus facilities. This position will troubleshoot and respond to customer requests to provide a safe, functional, clean, efficient, and attractive living and learning environment.

Responsibilities:  

• Perform planned scheduled work defined as preventive maintenance (PM)/predictive maintenance (PDM) geared toward pro-actively identifying potential failures or preventing failures.

• Conduct PM repair (PMR) which are repairs of defects found during a (PM or PDM).

• Conduct corrective repairs in reaction to a user reporting issues to restore functionality.

• Maintain equipment related to minor and major plumbing configurations. Operate pumps, faucets, valves traps, pipes, water heaters and emergency showers. Operate VCR equipment to monitor and troubleshoot sewage systems.

• Locate and correct plumbing failures and malfunctions; Maintain, install and repair back flow preventer; Address emergency plumbing repairs.

• Perform Support work by assisting with work done by central shops, contractors, other zones and departments, or events on campus. Perform Routine work defined as recurring work that has no specific frequency and remains open for an explicit amount of time.

• Fulfill all work request as assigned through the Integrated Work Management System (IWMS); Complete work order in timely manner, recording labor hours, action code, shop stock and trade notes.

For additional information, please visit https://fs.ucf.edu/

Minimum Qualifications:  

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in plumbing; or a high school diploma and two years of appropriate experience. The UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Working knowledge of plumbing trades classifications and functions including tools, materials, and task specific sequencing required for maintenance, sanitation, and repairs.

• Flexibility for utilization by trade with most urgent requirements and adaptable in assignments.

• Ability to read blueprints, use various electrical meters and construct and install power supplies.

• Possess painting knowledge and skills.

• Familiarity with operation and powered drain-cleaning machine, water, and gas shut-off points campus-wide.

• Ability to communicate in conversational English to work effectively with customers and team members, operate electronic equipment (iPod Touch for AiM PM checkpoints), comprehend standard safety procedures, and utilize telecommunication devices.

• Ability to operate essential tools, equipment, and operate a vehicle, as necessary.

• Demonstrated proficiency using standard office software applications for work order systems (IWMS).

• Demonstrate capabilities in the following: interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, calculation, reading, evaluating, comprehension, and organizing and able to understand and follow written/oral instructions.

• Ability to use chemicals approved.

Special Instructions to the Applicants: 

The UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Position requires a valid driver’s license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

May be required to participate in respiratory, medical examination and training in use of respirators.

If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.

Are Benefits Important to You? 

Working at UCF has its perks!  In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers: 

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

• Flexible work environment 

• And more…For more benefits information, go to UCF Employee Benefits Guide (12-14-21) 

Who Are We? 

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, Ph.D.’s., certificates, and more. 

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins. 

Department

Facilities Operations – Lake Nona

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:30 AM-5:00 PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$20.29 to $27.14

Veteran’s Preference:   

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF’s Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at  http//www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf. As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.