Facilities Mechanical Plumbing Technician
Core
Installs, repairs, and maintains plumbing systems and equipment including domestic water, drain/waste/vent, specialty water, and compressed gas systems for university facilities.
Role type
Facilities Mechanical Plumbing Technician
Builds
Maintains uninterrupted operations of plumbing infrastructure and equipment
Domain
Higher Education Facilities / Plumbing Trade
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Brazing and soldering, Pipe cutting and threading, Blueprint reading, Safety standards application, Tool selection and use, Code compliance knowledge, Problem solving, Math and geometry application, Heavy object handling, Utility shut-off management
Preferred skills
Associate degree in skilled trades, OSHA 10-hour certification, EPA Section 608 certification, Valid driver's license
Technologies
Hand and power tools, Plumbing fixtures, Valves, Piping components
Responsibilities
Install and repair domestic water, drain, waste, and vent systems; Maintain and troubleshoot specialty water systems (e.g., reverse osmosis, chlorine dioxide); Perform preventative maintenance on backflow preventers; Read and update blueprints and building drawings; Respond to emergency situations and correct defects; Ensure compliance with applicable codes and safety standards.
Seniority
Mid-level technician (2+ years experience required)
