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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Reporting directly to the Director of Facilities Operations, the Maintenance Manager and Technician - Plumbing/Piping Systems is responsible for varied aspects of building maintenance but primary emphasis is on maintenance and repair of plumbing and piping systems. This position is designed for a technician who can work both as a team member and independently without direct supervision in order to improve the overall maintenance and repair of various plumbing and piping systems in multiple buildings. Strong customer service skills are essential. Successful candidates will have a good work ethic, possess good attitude and initiative and the desire to continually improve process and performance in the Facilities Operations department. Responsibilities: Primary technician in charge of all aspects of effective and efficient operation of campus plumbing and piping systems components including tanks, faucets, aerators, sediment traps, main water lines to buildings, hydrants, etc. Determine when maintenance and repairs can be made in-house and when the services from plumbing contractors are needed for daily, weekly, monthly and annual preventative maintenance and non-scheduled repairs of toilets, tanks, sinks, showerheads, drains, traps. Maintain log of preventative and responsive maintenance of all campus plumbing equipment. Oversight of plumbing contractors when necessary Responsible for monitoring water usage on campus and making recommendations for increased efficiency Responsible for short range and long-range planning of replacement of plumbing and/or piping systems for budgetary purposes Timely entry and detailed completion of work orders using a computerized work order system. Act as the department liaison in regards to water conservation and sustainability Perform duties of preventative and responsive maintenance on equipment and building systems. This could include one or more of the following areas depending upon talent and expertise: Inspecting appliances and responding to calls on maintenance of appliance. Painting/drywall projects HVAC repairs Major or minor electrical work Carpentry Locksmith and key work Structural repairs Roofing repairs Small motor repair Lighting, ballast and occupancy sensor installation and repair Elevator and fire control panel maintenance Depending upon areas of expertise, provide training and oversight to other maintenance technicians or student workers at the request of the Maintenance Manager or the Director. Training and oversight of student workers, particularly during the summer. Mentoring other technicians as directed by the Maintenance Manager in the areas of expertise. Inspecting the work of student workers, other technicians and/or contracted labor when assigned and directing corrective measures to ensure satisfactory performance. Reporting all hazards, defects, deterioration and wear and tear of the facilities to Director of Facilities and the Director of Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety when necessary. Ensuring that the rules and regulations of the College, policies and procedures of the Facilities Operations Department, and all safety regulations, are known and observed by staff. Other Assignments: Performing other routine work of the Facilities Department as assigned by the Maintenance Manager or the Director. Back up to other maintenance staff and on-call as needed. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of five years of plumbing or related building maintenance experience is preferred. Required Knowledge and Skills: Working knowledge of building plumbing systems. Computer literacy including some proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; ability to learn other software quickly. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing and to take instructions from either. Ability to express ideas effectively. Ability to work effectively with other members of the departmen , and meet the public well. Walking, bending, lifting may be required. Attend meetings, seminars and workshops as required. Ability to be on call for urgent or emergency situations on a rotating basis. Ability to speak in Spanish proficiently, preferred ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: E-Mail a Rsum: humanresources@edgewood.edu Other: To apply: Send a cover letter, resume, and references to: Edgewood College Human Resources - MNMA 1000 Edgewood College Drive Madison, WI 53711 E-mail: humanresources@edgewood.edu Equal Opportunity Employer