Type of Appointment: Full Time, Probationary

Job Classification: Lead Plumber

Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,787- $7,300 per month

Work Schedule: Monday -Friday 8:00am-4:30pm


THE DEPARTMENT:

Facilities Planning and Management (FP&M) serves as the lead organization for planning, developing, and maintaining the campus 'natural and built environments in support of the university's mission. The department seeks to preserve and enhance CPP's history, aesthetics, physical assets, and natural ecosystems through coordinated planning, design, and construction of buildings, roads, infrastructure, landscaping and other physical improvements. As an advocate on behalf of the university and its auxiliaries, FPM strives to provide facilities that meet scope, budget, operational needs and functional requirements. FPM is comprised of approximately 200 facilities professionals (FTE) that also provides maintenance services including custodial services, landscaping, recycling, building and mechanical trades, energy and utility management, and auto fleet services. The workforce is culturally diverse and multilingual. Its composition includes full time staff throughout FPM who are also earning their degrees and many whom have graduated from Cal Poly Pomona. The staff includes licensed architects and engineers, accountants, planners, project managers, administrative staff, carpenters, plumbers, locksmiths, painters, electricians, landscapers, computer technicians, custodians and other building and mechanical trade technicians

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary Responsibilities

• The Lead Plumber works under the general supervision of the Plumbing Supervisor and/or the Trades Services Manager.
• Responsible for leading and working with one or more crews of skilled journey level plumbers and semi-skilled assistants in the operation and maintenance of the campus Building Plumbing Systems, Domestic & Recycled Water Distribution Systems, Gas Distribution Systems, Sewer Systems, the Storm Drain Systems.
• May provide support and assistance in the operation and maintenance of the Water Treatment Plant and Water Distribution Facilities.
• Shall act as the supervisor in the absence of the Plumbing Supervisor.
• Plans, schedules and coordinates the work of multiple crews and projects; assigns work to qualified crewmembers; orders materials and equipment for the job; provides on the job training and safety instructions; and monitors work progress.
• Leads journey level skilled plumbers and semi-skilled assistants work including routine and preventative maintenance and repairs of the campus plumbing systems, infrastructure.
• Typically maintains, troubleshoots and tests plumbing systems, including backflow prevention devices; assemble, install and repair pumps, pipes, fittings and fixtures; cuts, threads and welds pipes; assembles and installs valves, pipe fittings and pipes composed of a variety of metals and materials; manages lab utilities; participates in the maintenance of operations of the plumbing shop; maintains and services tools and equipment used in the performance of duties; and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Assist and perform minor remodeling of classrooms, laboratories and offices; the installation, maintenance, inspection, modification, remodel and repair of mechanical plumbing equipment and fixtures for water, natural gas, steam, sewage, and fire sprinkler/prevention systems. Incumbent is required to maintain a backflow certification for device testing on campus.
• Inspects completed work to ensure it complies with specifications, applicable building and safety codes and regulations, and sound trade practices.
• Prepares shop related reports and drawings; maintains records and retrieves data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record keeping systems.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment; and works with other trades shops.
• Works on new construction and remodeling projects by collaborating with engineering and design consultants; reviews and interprets plans and specifications; coordinates and schedules for utility shutdowns and tie-ins to meet the overall construction objectives; inspects related work performed by contractors; and provides cost estimates of time and material for minor plumbing projects.

Organizational Excellence

• Collaborate open with FP&M and campus colleagues to share information, support organizational excellence through continuous improvement and ensuring campus water operation and plumbing standards are incorporated, installed, and inspected for compliance.
• Participate in innovative problem solving within FP&M, leveraging primarily existing resources and implementing strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with consultants and contractors to resolve operational issues, able to draw diagrams and sketches to assist in the design of plumbing systems; updates as-built drawings in various formats including hardcopies and electronic files as needed; prepares and maintains manual and/or computerized work order management systems.
• On specific construction projects, coordinates and inspects work of skilled and non-skilled crafts workers and contractors. Inspects completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements and standards, and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulation; estimates cost, time and materials for projects; maintains a safe and clean environment; maintains records and retrieves data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record keeping systems; prepares standard reports; and consults and works with other trades workers.
• Assist supervisor and manager in conducting organizational analysis, performance evaluations, coaching and mentoring staff on job functions and attendance, and finds solutions to personnel issues.
• Makes recommendations for continuous operational improvements in the Plumbing Shop & Water Operation. Incumbent applies a "team leader/coach” approach, with a service-oriented win-win attitude, strong technical skills and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Promotes and projects a positive attitude, leads by example, and promotes customer service philosophy in the department.
• Maintain knowledge of current industry model practices. Reviews campus capital projects and provides input relating to facilities, university standards, and/or specifications for materials, equipment, and design.
• Assist in identifying O&M on recurring, non-recurring and deferred maintenance tasks and the determination of capital improvements and deferred maintenance projects.
• Responsible for monitoring expenditures of operating budget, evaluating strategic initiatives and/or options in improving operation reliability, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• One to two years of experience as a journey-level plumber that included work coordination responsibilities.
• These abilities normally would be acquired through any combination of progressively responsible training and experience which demonstrates achievement journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of a standard plumber’s apprenticeship program
• Work requires thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the plumbing trade; a base knowledge of the operation of building automation systems; and a thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal health and safety orders and regulations pertaining to the plumbing trade, including the California State Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety and the California State Plumbing codes.
• Must be able to perform skilled plumbing work on all applicable equipment and systems; perform applicable welding work; obtain necessary backflow prevention licenses; make rough sketches of plumbing installations; read and work from blueprints, plans, drawings and specifications; estimate materials and labor cost of standard plumbing maintenance and repair work; maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems; provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants; analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations; prepare standard reports; read and write at the level appropriate to the position; and perform arithmetic calculations as required by the position. Incumbents may be required to possess a California Driver’s License valid for the operation of any vehicle or equipment they are required to maintain and operate
• Driver License, Valid and in State Valid CA Driver's license with insurance. 
• In addition to the knowledge required of the Plumber, the Lead Plumber must possess a working knowledge of effective supervisory practices and techniques.
• In addition to the abilities required of the Plumber, the Lead Plumber must be able to lead, instruct and coordinate the work of a small group or crew of skilled and semi-skilled workers; accurately estimate costs, supplies and materials needed for jobs; prepare lists of materials; ensure work is performed in sequence; maintain records; and prepare more complex reports.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three (3) or more years of journey level plumber trade experience plus having experience in the following: operation and maintenance of RO treatment operation, large Hydronic Systems such as campus wide domestic water distribution systems with wells, lift stations and reservoirs, recycled water irrigation systems, cross-connection controls, water & irrigation central controls system, and all the associated infrastructure; reading and working with drawings and specifications; estimating material and labor cost; and performing complex arithmetic calculations with chemical mixtures and ratios.
• Have desire and ability to achieved State of California Water Treatment T2 or higher certificates and State of California Water Distribution D3 or higher certificates and the Cross-Connection Control Specialist certification within 24 months of date of hire.

Out of State Work

The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU’s mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California’s schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU’s business operations almost exclusively reside within California. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. For more information, go to the California State University Out-of-State Employment Policy.

Background Check

Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment to any information that the applicant submits for consideration regarding the criminal conviction history such as the nature, gravity and recency of the conviction, the candidate’s conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. For more information, go to the California State University Background Check Policy.

CSU Classification Salary Range

This position is part of the teamster bargaining unit 6. The CSU Classification Standards for this position are located on the CSU Classification Standards website. The CSU Salary Schedule is located on the CSU Salary Schedule website. The classification salary range for this position according to the respective skill level is: minimum $6,787 and maximum $8,606 per month. Please refer to the anticipated hiring range for the appropriate salary rate for this particular position.

Employment Eligibility Verification

Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. For more information, go the I-9 Acceptable Documents website.

University Driving Requirement

Positions that require driving for university business by using a personal or state vehicle must comply with the Authorized University Driver Policy. Driving records are monitored and evaluated by the Risk Management Department. The Risk Management Department evaluates a good driving report based on the following criteria. The driver must: 1. Have a valid California or other State Driver’s license. 2. Have no more than 3 motor vehicle violations or been the cause of 3 accidents in a 12-month period (or any combination of 3 thereof) 3. Not have more than 3 DMV Points, if their license is Class C or, 4. Not have more than 5 DMV Points, if their license is Class A, B, or C with endorsements. For more information, go to the Authorized University Driver Policy.

Conflict of Interest

This position is a “designated position” in the California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file financial interest disclosure forms subject to state regulations. For more information, go to the Conflict of Interest policy.

Security & Fire Safety

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona’s Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at the Cal Poly Pomona’s Annual Security Report and Cal Poly Pomona’s Annual Fire Safety Report.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination

As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona 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. For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster.

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by email at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu. For more information, go to Employment Notices.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly Pomona provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Pomona complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Other Notices

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