Life Safety Plumber I

Clemson University; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University is seeking a Life Safety Plumber I to lead a 3rd shift team performing preventive and corrective maintenance on life-safety and critical building systems on campus. Responsibilities include inspecting eyewash/safety showers and floor sprinkler heads, and responding to plumbing emergencies as needed.

The role includes training staff, 24/7 callback readiness, and strict adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• General maintenance experience related to the area of employment.
• Valid Driver's License Class D.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of maintenance technicians on 3rd shift.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on life-safety systems.
• Inspect and test eyewash/safety showers and sprinkler heads.
• Respond to flooding/plumbing emergencies as needed.
• Train other employees in Plumbing.
• Perform repairs to residential and commercial plumbing systems.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Preventive maintenance

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license (Class D)

Tools

CMMS

Thermal imaging

Job description

Life Safety Plumber I

Full Time

JR-11008

JOB SUMMARY:

Leads a team of maintenance technicians on 3rd shift to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on life-safety and critical building systems. Conducts inspection and testing of approx. 800 lab/mechanical room eyewash/safety showers and from the floor sprinkler head inspections. Respond to flooding/plumbing emergencies as necessary. Works independently, or as a member of a skilled life safety systems maintenance crew performing preventative testing, maintenance, repair, renovation and construction of campus building University standards and applicable directives. Performs repairs to residential and commercial plumbing systems. Trains other employees in the Plumbing field as needed. Performs other duties as assigned, 24/7 callback. Customer Service and Communication top priority.

JOB DUTIES:

• 5% Safety: Promotes a safe workplace and demonstrate safe work practices. Comply with all OSHA, State and University Facilities safety standards. Completes mandatory training in a timely manner.
• 10% Campus Domestic Water and Process Water Systems: Conducts scheduled testing, inspections, installation and maintenance of campus domestic water and process water system specialties; including pressure reducing valves, water meter, check valves, strainers, piping and other related devices. High and Low Pressure Steam Systems: Inspects, tests, maintains and repairs high and low pressure steam traps, regulators and pressure valves. Utilizes thermal imaging equipment to evaluate performance of steam and hot water systems and associated equipment. Documents test results through CMMS.
• 10% Fire Suppression System Maintenance: Conducts scheduled inspection, testing and preventative maintenance according to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Clemson University Fire Marshal guidelines. Ensures reliability of sprinkler systems and related building fire fighting components. Documents testing, inspections, maintenance and repairs utilizing University Facilities Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• 15% Domestic and Process Water Back-flow Devices Maintenance: Conducts scheduled visual and operational inspections/testing as required by DHEC and EPA guidelines. Makes repairs as necessary to ensure compliance with DHEC standards. Maintain DHEC certification for back-flow prevention devices. Documents results using CMMS and DHEC procedures.
• 60% Plumbing Maintenance and Management: Unstops blockages in all types of plumbing fixtures and building drains. Installs and maintains plumbing fixtures, water distribution pipes and fittings on drains, water and vent pipes and fittings, and other related equipment according to the Standard Plumbing Code which mandates natural gas pipe fittings on the consumer side of the gas meter and gas operated water heaters.

JOB CODE:

KC35

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

Regular FTE Staff

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and general maintenance experience related to the area of employment.

Valid Driver's License Class D

Preferred Requirements:

3+ years in the installation, maintenance or repair or air, water, gas or waste disposal system.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors: 10% Extends hands or arms in any direction: 70% Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 80% Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 50% Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 70% Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 50% Recognize or inspect visually: 90% Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 80% Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 70% Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: 70% Walk or move about: 70% Stand for Prolonged Period: 70%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to dust/fumes: 30% Vibration: 15% Noise: 15% Electrical hazards: 10% Exposure to heat or cold: 25% Wet and/or humid: 30% Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids): 30% Chemical hazards: 15% Radiant hazards: 10% Burn hazards: 20% Mechanical hazards: 15%

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours:

40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

Expected Salary Range

40086 - 40154

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:

Normal Operations - Required to follow emergency facility closure and modified operations directives, and not normally expected to work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Seneca, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

December 4, 2026

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

Military Equivalency

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

Veteran Preference:

South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions or issues.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.