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Compensation will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

Manages the College Plumbing Department to include the supervision of staff and daily coordination with faculty and staff.
Provides service to maintain, repair, install and update college-owned or leased water, sewer, drainage, natural gas, oil pneumatic compressed air and fire suppression / sprinkler systems.
Reviews design of systems; may design a system per City of Omaha Plumbing codes as needed.
Coordinates with outside contractors, professional engineers and City of Omaha Plumbing Division on plumbing related projects.
Works with the City of Omaha Mechanical / Plumbing Department and City of Omaha Permits and Inspection.
Purchases and/or installs materials and supplies form local supply houses.
Supports facilities office to include, but not limited to the completion of P-Card reconciliations, purchase requisitions, work orders, and services requests.
This position is designated essential and may be called in for emergency situations, to include, but not limited to snow removal, structural failures, and natural disasters.
Consistently and dependably attends work, activities, and functions as scheduled or assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of City of Omaha Plumbing Codes and techniques.
Knowledge of proper plumbing techniques.
Knowledge of all applicable plumbing codes.
Skill in maintaining organized files and accurate documented records.
Skill in utilizing College-supported software, computer systems, and peripherals.
Ability to hold City of Omaha Master Plumbing License.
Ability to hold City of Omaha Backflow testing/repair/installation License.
Ability to complete the mandatory 12 hour CE classes per year as requirement for code updates and license requirements.
Ability to read interpret blueprints, utilizing a computer.
Ability to work 'after hours' by telephone or in person emergencies.
Ability to operate forklifts, skid loaders, JLG Lifts, jack hammer, power/hand tools and drive College vehicles.
Ability to work in adverse cold, heat, dust, foul odors/solids, heights, below ground level and wet conditions.
Ability move in excess of 100lbs occasionally and in excess of 50lbs frequently.
Ability to communicate with excellent interpersonal skills; in person, in writing, through email, etc.
Ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures and ethnicities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
Five (5) years of experience as a Journeyman Plumber in a commercial setting.
Five (5) years of experience as a Master Plumber.
Five (5) years of supervisory experience.
City of Omaha Master Plumber's License required.
City of Omaha backflow/testing/repair/installation License required.
Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience considered.
This position is categorized as "designated", as it pertains to temporary College closures or adverse conditions.
Valid driver's license and insurability to drive college vehicles is required.
Must pass a background check.

Compensation: Commensurate upon experience

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Metropolitan Community College recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable the candidate to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.