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Position-Specific Details: About This Job The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a public research university committed to academic excellence, innovation, and service. As part of its operational support team, the University employs skilled professionals to ensure the campus remains safe, efficient, and well-maintained for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. We’re looking for a Plumber/Pipefitter to join our University of Louisiana at Lafayette team. The Plumber/Pipefitter performs skilled journeyman-level work involving the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing fixtures, piping systems, and related mechanical equipment to support the University's facilities and infrastructure. Minimum Qualifications: Two years of experience or training in pipefitting, steam fitting, or plumbing. Job Specification: The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties: Job Duties and Other Information As a Plumber/Pipefitter, You Will: Install, maintain, alter, and repair plumbing fixtures, equipment, and piping systems throughout University facilities. Install and repair water lines, sewer lines, gas lines, and steam lines. Maintain and repair plumbing equipment, including gas heaters, hot water heaters, water fountains, and steam cookers. Inspect, repair, and replace worn or damaged plumbing fixtures and components. Diagnose and repair leaking faucets, pipes, valves, and other plumbing fixtures. Identify and clear clogged drains and sewer lines to maintain proper drainage. Inspect, repair, and adjust piping and tubing connected to steam pumps, air compressors, water pumps, and heating equipment. Troubleshoot plumbing and piping system malfunctions and perform necessary corrective repairs. Direct, train, and provide technical guidance to apprentice helpers performing plumbing and pipefitting duties. Ensure plumbing installations and repairs are performed in accordance with applicable safety standards and established procedures. Assist with routine and emergency plumbing maintenance to support the continuous operation of University facilities. Perform other related maintenance and repair duties as assigned. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational Work Location: University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette, LA 70504 Compensation: [Insert Hourly Rate] Contact Information: Taronsler Faye Cormier Human Resources Specialist faye.cormier@louisiana.edu University of Louisiana at Lafayette Human Resources Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. Benefits: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement: State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System ( LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana ( Louisiana School Employees Retirement System ( among others The minimum hourly rate is $19.67. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Louisiana

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