Fire Sprinkler Fitter (Plumber/Pipefitter/Steam Fitter)

• Ability to work independently to improvise necessary system component repairs
• Demonstrated ability to work with clients for scheduling building fire system shutdowns and inconveniences
• Five or more years of experience, as a plumber/pipe fitter/steam fitter/sprinkler fitter working with complex and critical piping distribution systems, with a wide variety of systems and in the repair, service, maintenance, and operations of equipment, components, systems etc.
• Washington State Department of Labor & Industries Journey-level Plumber Certification
• Pipe Welding Certification and/or demonstrated experience welding pipes
• Experience working with Washington State safety rules and regulations
• Experience with Lean implementation
• Experience in applicable basic desktop computer skills, maintenance work request and work order programs and working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook as well as Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam
• Have experience working independently as a Fire Systems technician for a licensed fire sprinkler contractor or as an employee of a public agency

• Have knowledge and understanding of safe work practices and policies
• This position requires the wearing of a daily uniform and personal protective equipment appropriate to the job task and area
• Must be able to work both independently and as a team member
• Standard work hours are Monday through Friday 6:00AM – 2:30PM
• Must be able to respond to system emergencies during regular business hours and outside of regular business hours
• Must participate in medical screening/monitoring (such as TB screening and proof of measles inoculation) required for work assignments in locations, including but not limited to, nonhuman primate areas, the Animal Research and Care Facility, and the University of Washington Medical Center
• Must be able to follow all Washington State safety rules and regulations
• Must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions
• Have possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license recognized by the State of Washington and have a good driving record
• Must be willing to work in BL2 and BL3 labs (shower in – shower out facilities)
• Must possess, or obtain within 60 days of employment, and maintain a valid Washington State Certification of Competency, NICET Level 2 – Fire Protection – Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems or higher, and Seattle Fire Dept AS-3 Certification and successfully retest as long as employed as a fire sprinkler fitter in UW Facilities Campus Operations
• Must be able to communicate effectively with staff on portable hand-held radios with the Seattle Fire Department, University Police Department, and other Facilities Services staff
• Must be able to be fitted for and wear a respirator on the job
• Additionally, approved safety shoes must be provided at the employee’s expense and worn on the job
• Must be able to lift or carry heavy objects, work in confined spaces, restricted movement areas, mechanical/electrical spaces, and around operating equipment such as boilers, fans, pumps, and transformers, etc. for extended periods of time and be able to climb ladders and work at heights
• Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment
• Must be able to wear all proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required
• This position is subject to callback outside normal working hours (nights, weekends, holidays) and mandatory scheduled and unscheduled overtime to respond to emergencies on an as-needed, scheduled on-call, or standby basis
• Must always maintain a professional appearance
• The position requires working with and around asbestos containing equipment and following proper procedures
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• And with the proper personal protective equipment, work in animal research areas

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

Employees of the University of Washington are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. View the Final candidate guide to COVID-19 vaccination requirement webpage for information about the medical or religious exemption process for final candidates.