Journey Level Plumber

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 59,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking a Journey Level Plumber within the Remodel & Construction Services Plumbing Shop. The role handles layout, installation, and maintenance of water, waste/vent, storm drain, gas, and vacuum systems for new construction and remodels.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, estimating materials and labor for bids, scheduling shutdowns, and ensuring installations meet plumbing codes.

Qualifications

• Experience with journey or master level plumbing license.
• Commercial plumbing experience preferred.
• Experience working in a higher education setting is a plus.
• Experience with med gas, polypropylene pipe, and threading pipe.
• Demonstrated customer service experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience with other trades.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing system installations for new construction and remodels.
• Read blueprints and perform material take-offs; estimate materials.
• Develop labor and material estimates for bidding and budgeting.
• Plan and schedule utility shutdowns and excavations.
• Maintain plumbing tools and equipment; ensure compliance with codes.
• Coordinate with PMs to arrive at project budgets.

Skills

Commercial plumbing experience

Higher education setting

Med gas

Polypropylene pipe

Threading pipe

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Experience with other trades

Education

Journeyman or Master Level Plumbing License

Job description

Job Description Position Summary Facilities Management is entrusted with the development, care, maintenance, and operation of Colorado State University’s physical properties. Our purpose is to create and sustain environments that support CSU’s land‑grant mission, fostering the success of students, faculty, and staff through world‑class academic, research, and outreach programs.

Journey Level Plumber performs the layout, installation, maintenance, and repair of water, waste/vent, storm drain, gas, and vacuum systems for new construction and remodel projects. Key duties include reading blueprints to execute material take-offs, ordering supplies, and developing labor and material estimates for project bidding and budgeting. This role is also responsible for scheduling necessary utility shutdowns and excavations, maintaining plumbing tools and equipment, and ensuring all installations strictly adhere to relevant plumbing and building codes. This position is part of the Remodel & Construction Services Plumbing Shop within Facilities.

Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. on Monday, October 5th.

Job Duties

• Plumbing system installations
• Perform the layout and installation of all potable water, waste and vent systems, storm drain systems, natural gas systems, specialty gas and vacuum systems being added or modified for remodels or for new construction projects.
• Materials, Read blueprints and calculates materials needed.
• Orders and obtains proper supplies.
• Estimate new construction and remodel, material/labor for bidding purposes.
• Consult with other units for estimating conflicts.
• Develop estimates from written and verbal instructions.
• Work with PM to arrive at project budget.
• Miscellaneous, Other related duties as assigned or requested in order to meet the needs, goals and objectives of the department.
• Perform maintenance on plumbing tools, equipment and systems.

Conditions of Employment

• Pre-employment Criminal and Motor Vehicle Background Check
• Pre-employment Physical
• Valid Driver’s License
• Regular Shift Work - may be required to work non-traditional hours, i.e., swing shift, night shift
• On-call Status - be able to respond to after-hour calls (within 45 minute time frame) from the Department's answering, shop and or dispatch areas.
• Essential Services Designation - Required to be on duty to perform essential and/or emergency services of the agency without delay or interruption.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience Only: Journey or Master Level License plumbing license

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial Plumbing experience
• Experience working in a higher education setting
• Experience with med gas, polypropylene pipe, and threading pipe
• Demonstrated customer service experience
• Basic computer skills
• Experience with other trades

Salary and Benefits

Directly Related State Service Salary Range $59,460 – $71,352 + Full Benefits Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world‑class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work‑life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

For Current or Former Employees of the State of Colorado: Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range, based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that their entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is included in the application so that time‑in‑series can be accurately calculated.

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