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Posted: 12-Mar-25
Location: Lincoln, Nebraska
Internal Number: 96087
Requisition Number: S_250194
Department: Housing Facilities Special Projects-11050
Description of Work:
Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska's economy each year.
We invest in our employees:
- Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- No-cost life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement plans with University match
- Tuition assistance for full-time employees and dependents
- Exclusive staff discounts
- Continuous improvement and innovation
- Professional development through training and education
- And much more!
The Mechanical Systems/ Pipefitter Technician Lead is a vital role within the University Housing Facilities team. This position will collaborate with the Housing Facilities leadership team and provide recommendations for repairs, maintenance, and new projects to ensure that our facilities are running efficiently and effectively.
As the Mechanical Systems/ Pipefitter Technician Lead you will:
- Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnosis, repair, replace or install mechanical systems such as heating, cooling, ventilating, piping systems, fire protection systems, pressure vessels, boilers, temperature control systems, control valves, and specialized dining equipment.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnosis, repair, replace or install plumbing systems ie: Water heaters, water softeners, heat exchangers, supply, recirculating, drain, vent and sewer lines.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnosis, repair, replace or install steam generating distribution and utilization systems, including both high and low pressure sides of the systems
- Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnosis, repair, replace and/or install Hardware/Appliances i.e.: electronic door locks, door operators, door/window repair, Refrigerators, Stoves, Washers, Dryers, etc.
- Respond to emergencies and after-hours calls.
In addition, this position will:
- Collaborate with the Housing Facilities team and University Operations and will serve as the lead with all higher level plumbing and pipefitting projects.
- Provide input, planning, research, design, leadership and supervision (when needed) on special new construction and renovation projects
- Read and interpret construction drawings and plans to determine equipment, materials and appropriate installation method.
- Collaborate with outside vendors as needed.
- Ensure compliance with all codes and regulatory guidelines and requirements.
Maintain cleanliness and neatness of work areas assigned; maintain records and reports.
Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Plus on-call as required by Manager. This position is considered essential.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska's preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Associate's or equivalent education/experience. Four years of general plumbing experience or equivalency. Journeyman level training in plumbing. Four years of experience in the commercial pipe fitting trade.
- Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, codes, and regulations.
- Proficiency in interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.
- Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve effectively.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associates Degree in one or more of the listed trades preferred:
- HVAC
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- Refrigeration
Experience in the installation of Mechanical and/or HVAC systems.
Experience in maintaining and repairing chiller, boilers, and HVAC split systems. Certified Pipe Welder.
Posted Salary: $34.00/hr minimum
Job Type: Full-Time
About University of Nebraska Lincoln
With over 25,000 students, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a diverse educational insitution with international stature. The intellectual center for the state of Nebraska and beyond, we are a land-grant, top tier national research-extensive insitution. Part of the Big Ten conference, Big Ten Academic Alliance, our mission includes growing relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives.
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