Job Profile:

Skilled Crafts and Trade Assistant 3 Non-Exempt

Job Family:

Skilled Crafts and Trade

Time Type:

Full time

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma and three years (3) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Profile Summary:
Serves as a lead trades worker in an area of specialty to ensure proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems.

Job Description:

Facilities Development and Management (FDM) at Arizona State University seeks a Utility Piping Specialist to be a part of a facilities maintenance team at the Polytechnic campus, with primary duties within newly constructed research buildings. 

This role supports complex lab and research operations, and ensures high-performance building systems function optimally for ASU’s Knowledge Enterprise and the broader campus community. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical skills, collaborative experience in research-intensive environments, and a proactive approach to problem-solving solving in research-intensive environments that rely on cutting-edge technology with global impact.

This position is located on the Polytechnic campus however may require working at other ASU campus locations based on program need.

This position will remain open until filled.

Essential Duties:

• Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, including performing complex and precision

• work related to utility piping systems. 

• Locate, repair, and replace malfunctioning parts using hand tools (e.g. screwdrivers, pliers, crescent wrenches, and piping wrenches) and power tools (e.g. drills, handheld drain cleaning machines).

• Inspect mechanical system components and use soldering and brazing tools to perform precision techniques in the design, layout, fabrication, joining, and repair of metals, piping, and pressure vessels.

• Work with drawings and specifications.

• Install and maintain sprinkler systems.

• Install and repair water lines and drain lines. 

• Prioritize work based on critical needs assessment.

• Assist other trades as needed. 

• This position requires working a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and may be called in for emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions. 

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Clearly communicate to perform essential functions of the job.

Salary Range: $23.73 per hour, commensurate with experience and education.  ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.

Days and Schedule:  6:30am- 3:00pm

Desired Qualifications:

One (1) year lead experience in hospitals/schools/large manufacturing and/or commercial/industrial facilities.

Evidence of working within research laboratory, clean room, high bay, administrative and office spaces.

Higher education work setting

Experience in:

• studying plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and sequence of repairs or replacement as required.

• Knowledge of applying welding standards as defined by current trade practice (examples include the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) or American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.

• Knowledge of the mechanical operation of equipment such as pumps, boilers, cooling towers

• and chillers.

• Knowledge of the tools, equipment and materials common to the plumbing and welding trades.

• Knowledge of applicable codes.

• Experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing and utility piping systems.

• Experience in the design, fabrication, joining and repair of metals, piping, equipment and structures.

• Evidence of effective communication skills.

Working Environment:

• Activities are performed in a variety of internal and external settings. 
• Perform work in dirty environments with inadequate lighting, extreme noise, extreme temperatures, confined spaces (e.g. tunnels, man holes, and vaults), restricted movement and hazardous materials.
• Wear personal protective equipment (e.g. safety glasses, face shield, negative pressure respirator, gloves, and hearing protection). 
• Climb ladders and work off ladders using hand and power tools to repair plumbing and drainage systems. 
• Work off boom or crane trucks to make repairs above six feet. 
• Travel throughout campus to various research buildings as needed. 
• Lift and carry objects up to 75 pounds. 
• Ability to push and/or pull weight loaded maintenance cart.
• Drive University vehicle/cart. 
• May be exposed to hazardous and dangerous materials, tools, and equipment which will require safety precautions and/or specific process to be followed, and may include the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (e.g. safety glasses, hearing protection, negative pressure and positive pressure respirator).
• Use of PPE may require medical clearance prior to use.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations. 
• Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions. 

Department Statement:

What’s in it for you?

ASU offers unmatched benefits and opportunities for career growth.  ASU offers the following:

• 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid

• holidays annually for all staff.

• Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and

• dependents, available on day one. For more information

• visit https://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition

• 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child

• Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance

• benefits.

• Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide

• income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System

• (ASRS)

• Paid time for volunteer and professional development

• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings

• Disability and leave program for income protection

• Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage

• personal difficulties or life challenges

• ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States.  Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

This position is located on the ASU Polytechnic Campus in Mesa, AZ.

This position requires that you must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.  Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.

Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment to include, asbestos worker clearance, respiratory clearance questionnaire and respiratory fit test.

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of all background, including fingerprint checks.

Driving Requirement:

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Instructions to Apply:

Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on.

https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$26836.htmld

To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter

• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources.

Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement:

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.