Facilities Plumber

Georgia 4-H; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia is hiring a Facilities Plumber for the Griffin Campus to support plumbing operations within the CAES-Griffin Campus Facilities Management Division. The role includes preventive maintenance, design and fabrication of pipe fittings, and oversight of plumbing contractors on campus.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 5 years of related experience; a Georgia Master Plumbing License is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience.
• Georgia Master Plumbing License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections, installation and repair of plumbing pipes, sinks, traps, valves, faucets, vents, pumps, and related equipment.
• Designs and fabricates pipe fittings for renovations, gas, vacuum, air, hot/cold water, DI/DE water, drain, irrigation systems, and greenhouse heating and cooling systems.
• Plans and lays out work from instructions; provide technical oversight of plumbing contractors and subcontractors.
• Maintains regular inspections of work in progress and completion; participates in more complex plumbing tasks; communicates with officials on projects.
• Estimates job labor and materials costs; maintains job and cost records; requisitions materials and equipment.
• Orders supplies using a P-Card.

Skills

Plumbing knowledge

Code compliance

Reading blueprints

Estimating labor

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Georgia Master Plumbing License

Job description

Posting Number

S15906P

Working Title

Facilities Plumber

Department

CAES-Griffin Campus

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information

Monday-Friday; 7:30am-4:30pm.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date

10/19/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Proposed Starting Date

11/16/2026

Location of Vacancy

Griffin Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Classification Title

Plumber III

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Georgia Master Plumbing License.

Position Summary

The Facilities Plumber will support all plumbing aspects in the department of Facilities Management Division on the UGA Griffin Campus. This position will interact closely with the Interim Superintendent of Plant Op & Engineering, Greg Huber, and staff in the Facilities Management Division on the UGA Griffin Campus. This position will perform preventative maintenance, design and fabricate pipe fittings, provide technical oversight of plumbing personnel, estimate job labor and materials costs, and conduct regular inspections of works in progress and on completion.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of the plumbing trade.
• Thorough knowledge of the prevailing codes of the plumbing trade.
• Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work.
• Ability to analyze defects in plumbing equipment and to determine necessary repairs.
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints and to lay out work from prints, rough plans, sketches, drawings, and broken parts.
• Ability to make estimates of labor and materials needed for plumbing jobs.
• Maintain good working relationships with personnel of other departments.
• Communicate clearly and concisely in writing and orally.
• Skill in the use and care of the standard tools and equipment of the plumbing trade.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally lift 50 pounds or more.
• Walk, sit, bend over, stand, crawl, lie down and get up numerous times during a normal work day.
• Work indoors and outdoors, including hot, cold, and inclement weather.
• Driving to perform job related duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

Yes

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections, installation and repair of plumbing pipes, sinks, traps, valves, faucets, vents, pumps, and similar equipment, fixtures, and apparatus.

Percentage of time

20

Duties/Responsibilities

• Designs and fabricates pipe fittings for renovations, gas, vacuum, air, hot/cold water, DI/DE water, drain, irrigation systems, and greenhouse heating and cooling systems.

Percentage of time

20

Duties/Responsibilities

• Plans and lays out work from oral and written instructions; provide technical oversight of plumbing contractors and subcontractors performing work on campus, repair, and maintenance of water, air, gas, sewer, steam, and hot water heating and distribution systems.

Percentage of time

20

Duties/Responsibilities

• Conducts regular inspections of work in progress and on completion; participates in the more complex plumbing tasks.
• Confers with officials on plumbing projects and makes recommendations.

Percentage of time

20

Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operation of a natural gas system, which includes installation, repair, maintenance and record keeping to meet Federal regulatory guidelines.
• Estimates job labor and materials costs; maintains job and cost records; requisitions material, supplies, and equipment.
• Responsible for the installation, repair, maintenance, and record keeping of boilers and pressure vessels so they meet the Georgia codes.
• Order supplies for repairs with the use of a PCard.
• Performs related work as needed.

Percentage of time

20

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name

Greg Huber

Recruitment Contact Email

[e-mail]