As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. **Job Location (Full Address):** 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 **Opening:** Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 900455 UF&S MC Operations Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR IUOE 036 H Compensation Range: $31.21 - $40.52 _The referenced pay range represents the first and last step pay rates for this job, as set forth in the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Individual pay will be set in accordance with terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement._ **Responsibilities:** Operates maintains and repairs equipment and facilities such as: high, medium and low pressure steam piping systems and boilers at outlying properties; domestic hot and cold water systems; pure water systems (deionized and distilled); storm, sanitary and acid waste sewer systems; natural and other gas systems; fire protection systems and swimming pool systems; and repairs, replaces and installs piping systems; installs pipe insulation. **SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED:** + May guide and direct the work of and train lower classified personnel. **MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED:** + Welding and soldering equipment, saws and cutters, pipe benders and threaders, meter, other steamfitter and plumber tools and other equipment required on the job. **TYPICAL DUTIES:** + Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, rebuilds and installs: steam pressure reducing valves, steam relief valves, steam traps, steam expansion joints, steam valves, steam heat exchangers, radiators, steam convectors, steam humidifiers, steam and condensate piping, condensate and vacuum return pumps and accessories; components of domestic hot and cold water systems and pure water systems, including valves, faucets, flush valves, vacuum breakers, shower facilities and the like; storm, sanitary and acid waste systems and equipment including neutralizing equipment, pumps, grease traps, drains, cleaning sewers with high pressure equipment, sinks, toilets, urinals and the like; and natural and other gas systems and equipment, including regulators, valves and the like. Installs piping from chilled water lines to air conditioning units and installs piping from steam lines to heating units. Cleans and maintains hot water tanks. Installs filtration and water treatment equipment. + Repairs, replaces, rebuilds and installs steam, hot water, pure water and chilled water coils. + Cuts, bends reams, threads, solders, silver solders, brazes welds, fuses, beads, leads, etc., the following piping materials: metal, glass, plastic and the like. + Reviews and performs work on all systems for proper operation and optimum efficiency and recommends changes to achieve optimum operation. + Installs and/or modifies systems and/or equipment from verbal instructions, blue prints, plans specifications, schematics and manufacturers' recommendations, etc. + Maintains and makes recommendations for maintenance on and in pits and tunnels, as appropriated. Charges and discharges steam lines. + Troubleshoots systems and components, identifies problems and makes repairs. + May operate, clean, maintain, repair and troubleshoot boilers and associated equipment at outlying properties. + May operate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, rebuild and install: pumps, filtration, chemical, circulation, etc., equipment and systems in compliance with Health Department codes; and fire protection systems and equipment, including sprinklers, fire hydrants, pumps, valves and the like. + Keeps records and makes reports of daily work, emergency/service calls investigated, service rendered, results of troubleshooting and general conditions of systems and equipment. Makes recommendations for modifications. + Complies with safety regulations of the University and of local, state and federal agencies. + Maintains cleanliness of work area and ensures that tools and equipment are kept in good working order. + Performs other duties requiring comparable skill and responsibility as directed. **QUALIFICATIONS:** + Trade school training and 2-3 year’s experience as a Steamfitter or Plumber; + Or 4 years of apprentice training and 1-2 year’s experience as a Steamfitter or Plumber; + Or an equivalent combination of education and experience **EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:** The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations. Notice: If you are a **Current** **Employee,** please **log into myURHR** to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. **Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.** Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals At the University of Rochester, we commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion and united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.