General Information
Working Title: Maintenance Plumbing Supervisor
Personnel Program Code: Professional & Support Staff
Department: Maintenance Services
Department Head: Joseph Dyer
Supervisor: Joseph Dyer
FLSA: Exempt
HEERA Code: Supervisor, Not Confidential
Grade: 23
Position(s) Directly Supervised (if applicable)
Job Code | Job Title | FTE |
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008258 | PLUMBER | 4 | 008257 | PLUMBER LD | 1 |
Generic Scope
Provides direct supervision typically to professionals or skilled technical employees. Functions as advisor to unit and administration. Analyzes and resolves problems, interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts and grants, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial, and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives.
Custom Scope
Receives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and the process by which to meet goals. Provides direction and supervision to skilled crafts and trades workers, according to established policies and management guidance. Examples of specialties include carpentry, plumbing, boiler operators, HVAC, abatement and insulation, electrical, and painting. Administers policies that directly affect subordinate staff. Recommends changes to department policies and practices. Identifies risks and responds accordingly. Provide priority setting and work flow analysis.
Level of Supervision Received
Direction - The incumbent establishes procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives in a broad area of work. Only the final results of work done are typically reviewed. Incumbent typically develops procedures within the limit of established guidelines.
Position Custom Scope
Reporting to the Facilities Services Assistant Director of Maintenance, the Plumbing Supervisor oversees the plumbing services to the campus and manages and directs a staff of plumbers. This role is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of commercial, industrial, and residential plumbing (water and draining) systems, backflow prevention devices, hot water storage tanks, water heaters, fixtures (sinks, urinals, commodes, fountains, etc.), valves, pipe fittings, pipes, compressors, pumps, and purification equipment (reverse osmosis systems and filtration).
Key Responsibilities
Description | % Time |
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Reviews work performed at various stages and upon completion.
Oversees inspection, repair, maintenance, operation, calibration, testing and installation of equipment and associated systems. Researches electrical, plumbing, utility and mechanical system requirements and methods for installation of equipment and code compliance. Visits work sites to assess if any special equipment or materials are required to perform the necessary work.
| 15 % | Plans and schedules projects, ensures that work meets quality standards and complies with codes and regulations.
Implements, determines and monitors maintenance and preventative maintenance schedules for equipment and systems coordinating with other skilled trades, as required. Develops plans and assigns work. Utilizes knowledge of building and safety codes to ensure quality/quantity standards and code compliance at all stages of the repair or project are met. Oversees and coordinates work performed by contractors and inspectors.
| 15 % | Makes daily work schedules and assignments.
Reviews plans, specifications, and requisitions for projects to establish daily, weekly, and long-range work schedules. Assigns and directs job assignments, and furnishes special instructions or information to ensure timely and quality completion of work. Monitors and closes out completed work orders. Schedules work ensuring minimal downtime and inconvenience for equipment and campus clients.
| 15 % | Maintains various work records including written and oral reports; prepares estimates of man-hours, costs and materials required.
Maintains records on maintenance projects and preventative maintenance programs. Tracks and maintains reports on the materials used; obtains stock inventory of parts, materials and equipment necessary for timely completion of projects. Keeps records of all jobs and hours worked for each work week through university timekeeping and work order systems.
| 10 % | Makes hiring selections among job applicants. | 5 % | Provides operational support to various Facilities Services operating units based on need. Collaborates with all Facilities Services units to accomplish multi-trade maintenance, repairs and special projects. Responds to campus emergencies and dispatches staff, as necessary. Participates in the development and monitoring of policies and procedures for department or department operations; may include, but not limited to, operational, personnel, inventory, safety policies and procedures. | 5 % | Ensures the implementation of preventive maintenance and repair measures. | 5 % | Ensures that new and existing staff members receive proper training.
Facilitates and coordinates courses/materials for technical and safety trainings. Ensures safety procedures and conditions are established, maintained, and followed of staff, equipment, tools, and work area. Provides technical assistance; conducts on-the-job training to improve staff skill levels. Instructs staff on safe and proper protocols when asbestos, mold or lead contamination is suspected.
| 5 % | Participates in the development and monitoring of policies and procedures for department or department operations. | 5 % | Recommends employee salary actions, terminations, and performance ratings.
Recommends or initiates personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, and disciplinary measures. Writes and conducts performance evaluations; follows progressive disciplinary procedures. Consults with Facilities Services Leadership and Human Resources for such actions. Adheres compliance with bargaining unit contracts.
| 5 % | Recommends or initiates personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, and disciplinary measures. | 5 % | Participates in developing and monitoring operational and budget processes, staff FTE, finance, human resources and space planning.
Collaborates to prepare annual operational and major/deferred maintenance budgets; tracks spending on a monthly basis. Reviews and recommends major equipment purchases or improvements. Assists with evaluating future infrastructure needs for improvement. Makes hiring selections among job applicants. Selects and hires staff and student workers. Participates in search committees as necessary.
| 5 % | Ensures operations meet internal and external regulatory requirements, including safety, on a continual basis. | 5 % |
Education & Experience
Education Requirements
Degree | Requirement |
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Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience Requirements
Experience | Requirement |
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Previous supervisory/managerial experience. | Preferred | Experience with collective bargaining units. | Preferred | 6 - 10 years of related experience. | Required |
Licenses Requirements
License | Requirement |
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May be required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program. | Required |
Certifications Requirements
Certification | Requirement |
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Certification in a specialty skilled trade. | Required | Certification in Backflow Prevention, such as Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification or Cross Connection Control Certification. | Preferred |
Educational Condition Requirements
Educational Condition | Requirement |
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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Description | Requirement |
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Strong analytical and problem solving skills. | Required | Solid skills to effectively select and evaluate staff, and to appropriately handle disciplinary issues. | Required | Ability to operate University vehicles for business and operational needs. | Required | Ability to motivate and inspire staff to provide the highest level of quality and service to campus constituents. | Required | Proficient computer/technical skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel. | Required | Skills to actively promote and maintain safety standards. | Required | Ability to generate and provide reports on project status, staffing, equipment, schedules, metrics, etc. | Required | Ability to be flexible to shifting priorities, demands and timelines. Strong organizational skills to successfully complete multiple assignments with competing deadlines. Skill in working effectively, following through on assignments with minimal direction and a fluctuating workload. | Required | Knowledge and understanding of applicable laws, rules, codes, regulations, and internal policies. | Required | Skill in communicating effectively with campus clients, contractors, and support staff both verbally and in writing. Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language. | Required | Solid knowledgeable of plumbing, mechanical and utility systems. Knowledge of application of the Uniform Plumbing Code. Skill in the general repair, maintenance and troubleshooting of reverse osmosis purification equipment. | Required | Ability to ensure that quality and customer service standards are communicated, implemented and continually monitored. | Required | Solid knowledge and skills in the specialty craft supervised. | Required | Solid supervisory skills to include organization, scheduling, assigning work and ensuring quality standards are met. | Required | Ability establish and maintain interpersonal relations with diverse personnel, vendors and campus clients. | Required | Solid financial skills to accurately project costs of potential jobs and to consistently complete work within established budgetary and time constraints. | Preferred | Knowledge of UC systems, policies, procedures, and regulations. | Preferred | Experience with personnel management, including staffing, hiring, training, disciplinary action, termination, and performance management. | Preferred | Experience using online and/or web-based work order systems. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
Special Requirements & Conditions | Requirement |
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Must wear University issued ID badge. | Required | Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check. | Required | Must possess or obtain a Valid CA Driver License in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles. | Required | Must be available to respond to on-call or after hour emergencies. | Required | Public Driving Record | Required | Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) | Required |
Environment
Working Environment
Items Used & Other Requirements
Items Used
- Hand and Power Tools
- University Vehicles
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Hand-Held Radio
- Trade Specific Equipment
- Standard Office Equipment
Physical Requirements
- Bend:Occasionally
- Sit:Frequently
- Squat:Occasionally
- Stand:Frequently
- Crawl:N/A
- Walk:Frequently
- Climb:Occasionally
- Other:Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 70 lbs. Ability to work on rooftops, ladders, scaffolding, lifts or stages at height of 25 feet above grade.
Mental Requirements
- Read/Comprehend:Frequently
- Write:Frequently
- Perform Calculations:Frequently
- Communicate Orally:Constantly
- Reason & Analyze:Constantly
Environmental Requirements
- Is exposed to excessive noise:Yes
- Is around moving machinery:Yes
- Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity:Yes
- Drives motorized equipment:Yes
- Works in confined quarters:No
- Dust:Yes
- Fumes:Yes
Critical Position
Is Critical Position: Yes
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