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Job Title Journeyman Plumber Requisition Number RE48969 Working Title Department Name 3CP26:Campus Maintenance Central Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 42 Salary Range $17.41-27.87/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education HS Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 2 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification Valid Journeyman Plumbers License – State of Kentucky Physical Requirements Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and over 50lbs; Standing or
walking with objects up to 25lbs; Working at heights above 4 feet; Confined
spaces; Loud noises; Temperature extremes; Hazardous chemicals, fumes,
including waste; May be subject to outdoor working conditions; Ditches; and
Trenches.
Performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and
movement of the whole body, such as required in climbing, lifting, balancing,
walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
Ability to work off ladders. Shift 7:30 am – 4:15 pm; (Monday – Friday).
Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors and
emergencies requiring night(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.
May be assigned as on-call and required to report to work as needed. Job Summary Reporting to the Facilities Maintenance Manager, the Journeyman Plumber:  demonstrates considerable functional knowledge of assembling, installing, and/or repairing pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating, water, or drainage systems in accordance with specifications or plumbing codes  applies knowledge of steam, water, and natural gas distribution systems, maintenance and repairs;  reads, comprehends and interprets specifications, schematic diagrams and blueprints  inspects structures, locating and marking positions of pipes, connections, and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors  provides estimates of time and materials  utilizes hand tools, power tools, and electronic test equipment  performs tests to locate leaks and other problems utilizing water or air and reading gauges  cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings  cuts, threads, and bends pipe to required angles  assembles and installs valves, pipe fittings, metal and non-metal pipes  utilizes screws, bolts, fittings, and solder to join pipes  troubleshoots and performs emergency repairs  installs and repairs plumbing fixtures, including toilets, drains, water heaters, sewer lines, etc.  maintains and repairs plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes, and opening clogged drains, etc. may perform field fabrication of plumbing and piping systems

In addition, the Journeyman Plumber:

performs preventative maintenance in accordance with methods and procedures to eliminate operating problems and improve outcomes  models and promotes excellent customer service for internal and external customers  works well with contractors and other tradesmen  maintains inventories of tools, materials, equipment, or products and ensures optimal material consumption  ensures plumbing systems are safe and running efficiently  follows all protocols and complies with safety procedures, statutory regulations, federal and state codes
 

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities MS Windows/Office; KRONOS; and SAP.
Must have completed an apprenticeship or trade school, be licensed, and
maintain the license*; have a minimum of two years of work experience as a
journeyman as well as passing scores on written and/or practical exams.
Good working knowledge of plumbing specifications and Kentucky plumbing
codes.
*Journeyman Plumber must complete at least 8 hours of continuing
education during the year as a condition to renewal. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience High School / GED + 2 Years
Associate’s Degree / Technical Diploma + 2 Years — Preferred.

Minimum of two years’ experience in performing the full range of tasks
associated with the repair, replacement, or general construction of plumbing
systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Driver’s License — Preferred. Deadline to Apply 02/10/2025 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


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