Plumber

Position Summary

Plumbers perform journey level installation, repair, and maintenance on a variety of plumbing equipment, which could include pumps, compressors, heating systems, air lines, sewer lines, and sprinkler systems. They receive only general supervision and instruction from senior or supervisor, and are responsible for independently installing, repairing, and replacing plumbing equipment. They provide technical guidance to assistants and apprentices.

Duties Include

• Replace and install plumbing and mechanical components.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all plumbing systems and update or repair the systems when necessary.
• Respond to requests from the University community and address plumbing problems quickly and professionally.
• Ensure that all safety and personal protective equipment are used.
• Perform miscellaneous duties such as snow and ice removal and special events setups, as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of four [4] years of experience in the plumbing trade.
• Journeyman or higher plumbing license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed with Backflow Certification.

Compensation

The Anticipated Hiring Range for this position is $24.50 – $29.00 per hour ($49,920 - $60,320 Annually). This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. Employee benefits package highlights include: 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave; Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs; Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System; Tuition and professional development benefits; Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year.

Physical Demands

Requires regular walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, and climbing ladders or stairs, lifting and carrying of various weights. Repetitive motion for grasping, pulling, pushing, and operating hand and power tools; work may occur in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions and environments.

To Apply

Apply online, search for requisition R0082678. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials: Resume. Applications that do not contain all required documents or partial applications will not receive full consideration.