Journeyman Plumber & Facilities Technician (Dorms)

Drexel University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Drexel University in Philadelphia seeks a skilled plumber/maintenance technician to support residence halls, bringing journeyman plumbing capabilities to daily operations.

The role focuses on repairs, system installations, and maintenance tasks within campus facilities. Candidates should have a vocational/technical degree and 3+ years of relevant experience; a valid driver's license is required. This is a full-time union position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a degree from a Vocational or Technical School.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance, repair, and installation of plumbing fixtures and hardware such as faucets, drains, showers, manual and automatic flushometers, sinks, water closets, urinals, valves and piping.
• General repair tasks including ceiling repair, door repair, installing hardware, lamp replacement and light fixture repair.
• Clearing and unclogging drains and repairing leaks.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical plans and prints.
• Completing daily work order assignments under minimum supervision.
• Working at heights greater than 10 feet from ladders, scaffold and lift equipment.
• Wearing of respiratory protective equipment (annual pulmonary fit test required).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Journeyman plumbing

General maintenance

Reading mechanical plans

Working at heights

Education

Vocational or Technical School degree

Job description

Drexel University in Philadelphia seeks a skilled plumber/maintenance technician to support residence halls, bringing journeyman plumbing capabilities to daily operations.

The role focuses on repairs, system installations, and maintenance tasks within campus facilities. Candidates should have a vocational/technical degree and 3+ years of relevant experience; a valid driver's license is required. This is a full-time union position.