Industrial Plumber, Residential Zones
On-site · West Lafayette, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Industrial Plumber role at Purdue University focused on installation, maintenance, and repair of domestic potable and sanitary piping systems, as well as process piping including steam, chilled water, and gas systems. Responsibilities cover troubleshooting, operating beyond maintenance tasks, and adherence to safety procedures in varied environments. Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED with 0-2 years (SK1) or 3+ years (SK2) of experience in steam system repair and residential/commercial/plumbing, plus backflow certification preferred. Must be able to lift 25–60 lbs, wear steel-toe shoes, and possess a valid driver’s license. The position may require overtime and is not sponsor-employment-authorized.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- 0-2 years of experience in steam system repair
- 0-2 years of residential, commercial or municipal plumbing
- Cross-connection (backflow) certification preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude with good oral and written communication
- Able to train, learn and perform towards the goal of becoming SK2
- Assist with installation, maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting of various piping systems and auxiliary equipment
- Able to lift and carry 25 to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 60 lbs. occasionally
- Knowledge of plumbing hand tools, power equipment including but not limited to threaders, drain cleaning equipment
- Steel toe safety shoes are required during all working hours
- Valid driver's licenses
- 3+ years of steam system repair and residential, commercial or municipal plumbing
- Cross-connection (backflow) certification preferred
- Skills Needed: Strong mechanical aptitude with good oral and written communication
- Able to train, learn and perform to continue education
- Assist with installation, maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting of various piping systems and auxiliary equipment
- Able to lift and carry 25 to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 60 lbs. occasionally
- Knowledge of plumbing hand tools, power equipment including but not limited to threaders, drain cleaning equipment
- Steel toe safety shoes are required during all working hours
- Valid driver's licenses
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