Senior Plumber, Housing

Responsibilities

• Diagnose plumbing issues and perform repairs as required.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on all residential plumbing systems, updating and repairing as needed.
• Install, repair, and replace piping systems, hangers, fixtures, and support systems in compliance with applicable codes and UVA standards.
• Support a safe and functional living environment for 1st Year residents by ensuring timely and high-quality response to plumbing work orders.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior plumbers and trades staff.
• Communicate with Housing & Residence Life staff to update on job status, resident impacts, and timelines for repair completion.
• Affirmatively ensure that safety practices and protective equipment are properly used at all times.
• Assist supervisors in coordinating daily work assignments within the Housing zone.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of seven years of plumbing experience. Experience in a residential, university, or multi-building environment preferred. Medical Gas experience a plus but not required.
• Licensure: Journeyman or Master level plumbing license. Valid Driver’s License with positive points balance and at least 2 years of driving history.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of seven years of plumbing experience. Experience in a residential, university, or multi-building environment preferred. Medical Gas experience a plus but not required.
• Journeyman or Master level plumbing license. Valid Driver’s License with positive points balance and at least 2 years of driving history.

Skills

• Technical proficiency in plumbing systems.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve plumbing issues.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.
• Knowledge of relevant building codes and UVA standards.

Benefits

• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service.
• 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off.
• Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs.
• Tuition and professional development benefits.
• Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year.

Pay

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $29 - $34 per hour ($60,320 - $70,720 annually), commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a full-time non-exempt position with UVA benefits.

Schedule

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

Physical Demands

Employee will be required to lift various weights, climb ladders and stairs to complete jobs. The use of both hands and repetitive motion will be required while performing duties.