Facilities Plumber - Lead Campus Maintenance & Gas Systems

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia is seeking a Facilities Plumber for the Griffin Campus. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing plumbing systems, designing pipe fittings for renovations, and overseeing external plumbing contractors to ensure work meets Georgia codes.

The position involves planning, cost estimation, and ensuring safety. Requires a high school diploma and 5 years of related experience; Georgia Master Plumbing License is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance, inspections, and repair of plumbing pipes, sinks, traps, valves, fixtures, and related equipment.
• Designs and fabricates pipe fittings for renovations and various systems.
• Plans and lays out work from instructions; provides technical oversight of plumbing contractors and subcontractors on campus.
• Conducts regular inspections and participates in more complex plumbing tasks.
• Estimates job labor and materials costs; maintains cost records; requisitions supplies and equipment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Communication

Plumbing trades

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Georgia Master Plumbing License (preferred)

Tools

P-Card usage

Job description

University of Georgia is seeking a Facilities Plumber for the Griffin Campus. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing plumbing systems, designing pipe fittings for renovations, and overseeing external plumbing contractors to ensure work meets Georgia codes.

The position involves planning, cost estimation, and ensuring safety. Requires a high school diploma and 5 years of related experience; Georgia Master Plumbing License is preferred.