Lead Plumber

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston in Houston, TX seeks a Local Maintenance Services professional to supervise plumbing installation, repair, and maintenance across campus facilities. The role requires a valid Texas driver’s license and a strong commitment to safety and code compliance.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of plumbing-related experience, a relevant technical certification, and the ability to read blueprints and manage external contractors while coordinating with campus departments for

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of plumbing-related experience.
• Technical certification or licensing related to the job.
• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Criminal history check required; security sensitive role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates work assignments with supervisor and campus departments.
• Administers work orders and assigns plumbers; ensures prompt, safe work.
• Maintains inventory of plumbing valves, piping, and supplies.
• Directs personnel in installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of plumbing systems.
• Interprets blueprints; ensures adherence to local codes.
• Tests installed systems for leaks using pressure test equipment.
• Supervises external contractors for University of Houston projects.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Plumbing knowledge

Supervisory experience

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification/licensing

Tools

Pressure test equipment

Job description

Department: Local Maintenance Services Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description

Provides technical guidance in training and directive activities of plumber engaged in the installation, repair and maintenance of university plumbing systems and fixtures. Pursuant to the State of Texas Executive Order No. GA-48, this position researches, works on, or has access to critical infrastructure and requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the University infrastructure. This position requires personnel be routinely reviewed to determine whether or not criminal history or continuous connections for the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the employee from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

• Coordinates work assignments with the supervisor regarding completion, material needed and possible utility line interrupters; coordinates work with customer, University Police, Facility Planning, and other university departments.
• Administers work orders, assigns work to plumbers and ensures that work is completed in a prompt, safe, professional manner.
• Maintains inventory of valves, piping, saddles and other plumbing equipment and supplies.
• Assists supervisor in completing all required reports and in conducting performance appraisals.
• Directs personnel involved in the installation and repair, preventive maintenance & repair of all aspect of plumbing including fixtures, gas leaks, water leaks and sewer lines.
• Distribute work assignments.
• Interprets blueprint and construction plans (water, gas & sewer); ensure adherence to local plumbing codes.
• Assists personnel with complex work assignments and inspects completed tasks.
• Operates pressure test equipment to test installed systems for leaks, ensure that systems meet specifications.
• Delegate responsibilities among personnel based on priorities to maintain efficient operations.
• Supervises and/or coordinate work efforts with outside contractors for the University of Houston.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

(THIS JOB REQUIRES A VALID TEXAS DRIVER'S LICENSE)

High School Diploma Or GED Required

MQ: Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED. Education verification will be conducted upon acceptance of an employment offer.

Requires a minimum of five (5) years of directly job-related experience. Requires technical certification or licensing directly related to the job, as specified on a job description addendum.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.