Campus Plumbing Technician: Keep Campus Systems Flowing

St Thomas University; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

St Thomas University in Miami Gardens, FL is seeking a skilled Campus Plumber to maintain, repair, and install plumbing systems across the campus, including academic buildings, residence halls, and athletic facilities.

Under supervision, you will perform preventive maintenance on water distribution, drainage, backflow preventers, and fixtures, read blueprints, and coordinate with contractors for major renovations while adhering to county codes and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; trade training preferred.
• 3–5 years of institutional plumbing experience.
• Valid Florida driver’s license; Journeyman/Master license preferred/required depending on level; backflow certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair water supply and drainage systems campus-wide.
• Repair or replace toilets, urinals, fixtures, and water heaters.
• Perform preventative maintenance on pumps, valves, backflow preventers, and piping.
• Read blueprints and schematics to locate and fix issues.
• Coordinate with contractors for major renovations and projects.
• Ensure safety, code compliance, and proper PPE.

Skills

Commercial plumbing

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

St Thomas University in Miami Gardens, FL is seeking a skilled Campus Plumber to maintain, repair, and install plumbing systems across the campus, including academic buildings, residence halls, and athletic facilities.

Under supervision, you will perform preventive maintenance on water distribution, drainage, backflow preventers, and fixtures, read blueprints, and coordinate with contractors for major renovations while adhering to county codes and safety protocols.