Apprentice Plumber

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Please visit our website at to learn more about PMCS. Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at to learn more about the total benefit and compensation offered when you join our team at UT Austin.

Additional Indirect Compensation for this position (please see HR website)

• Up to 8% employer matching contribution to Teacher Retirement System (TRS)
• Basic medical package is 100% employer-paid coverage for employee
• Optional medical insurance for employee's dependents - up to 50% employer paid
• Optional dental, vision, and term life insurance for employees and dependents
• Paid holiday time off each year; state legislature determines the number of holidays
• 12 days of paid vacation time off per year for new employees (increases with longevity, see HR website)
• 12 days of paid sick leave per year (see HR website)
• Staff Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to Recreation & Health Facilities

Selection made by committee and hiring supervisor based on review of online applications and results of personal interviews. Some evening, weekend and holiday work required.

• Assist lead journeyman plumber to install, modify, and repair facility plumbing and mechanical systems, including portable water, steam, natural gas, chilled water, air and laboratory gases, waste water, and all associated devices, fixtures, and equipment.
• Support zone maintenance shops and other campus departments in repair of existing plumbing systems, including after-hours response to project needs and campus facility emergencies. Occasionally supports other trade with mechanical-shop related assignments, and other related project activities such as incidental furniture moves, appliance setups, etc.
• Provide team support in maintenance and operation of shop. Clean, sharpen, and adjust tools. Maintain and properly secure shop, tools, equipment, and vehicles. Maintain a clean an safe work environment in shop and at job site.
• Cut, thread, and assemble pope systems including iron, copper, stainless, glass, and various plastics.
• Read, understand, and work from blueprints, specifications, standards, and written or verbal instructions with direct supervision. Inspect completed work for compliance with construction documents, and regulatory building and safety codes.
• Drive UT vehicle to and from job sites to deliver personnel, equipment, and materials. Drive off-campus to purchase and pickup materials and equipment for projects.
• Accomplish basic shop paperwork and electronic documents, including for materials used, daily labor report, and weekly timesheets.
• Support and promote the department core values of Innovation, Integrity, Service, Stewardship and Teamwork in personal performance and performance of team members. Attend management-directed meetings and training. Accomplish other duties as assigned.

High school graduation or GED. Some level of experience in plumbing, pipefitting, or steam-fitting with emphasis on interior renovations. Currently registered as an apprentice-level plumber from Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners. Registration must be maintained as a condition of continued employment. Commitment to rules regarding customer service, job performance, and job-site safety. Ability to perform in a team work environment and promote teamwork among coworkers. Texas Class "C" driver's license or ability to obtain one 30 days after becoming a Texas resident.

Associates degree or graduation from vocational or technical training related to plumbing, pipefitting, or facility renovation or construction. At least two years of documented apprentice-level experience in commercial or industrial plumbing, pipefitting, or steam-fitting with emphasis on interior renovations. Demonstrated experience with black iron, cast iron, copper, stainless, glass, and plastic pipe for laboratories and other specialized facility applications. Ability to effectively interact and communicate with building clients, stakeholders, co-workers, and supervisors in a team environment. Demonstrated ability to produce quality work from drawings, specifications, construction standards, and written or verbal instructions with direct supervision. Basic computer skills; word processing, email and Internet.

This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

$32,000 + depending on qualifications

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in .

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.