Mechanic Class A - Plumber

Careers at Drexel; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Drexel University’s Facilities Management Department is seeking a Union Plumber / Multi-skilled Maintenance employee to support campuswide building upkeep. The role requires solid plumbing and maintenance skills, a journeyman license, and at least 7 years of experience.

A valid driver's license is required, with the ability to work under minimal supervision and adapt to daily assignments under the union contract.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 7 years of maintenance experience.
• Valid driver's license required; ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Journeyman-level plumbing license required.

Responsibilities

• Clear and unclog drains, repair leaks.
• Respond to campus-wide maintenance service calls, including restrooms, classrooms, and facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Journeyman license

Driver's license

Maintenance experience

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Drexel University's Facilities Management Department is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a Union Plumber / Multi-skilled Maintenance employee.

Essential Functions

• Clear and unclog drains, and repair leaks.
• Respond to service calls for general building maintenance items campus-wide which will include work in classrooms, restrooms, and occasionally residence halls, athletic facilities, and outdoor work. Calls will include repair requests for doors, windows, roofs, electrical, plumbing, furnishings, locks, safety protection, and other items as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a HS Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in maintenance work.
• Candidate must possess a valid Driver's License. The job requires an employee who can perform with minimum supervision and take the initiative to complete the assignment. Each employee is classified by union contract as a mechanic and management reserve the right to change an employee's daily assignment each day for miscellaneous duties as required.
• Journeyman-level skills and license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master level skills and license.
• A backflow certificate.

Physical Demands

• Typically standing, walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping
• Lifting demands ≤ 50lbs

Location

• University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This is a Full-Time Union position classified as Non-Exempt. Benefits and compensation are based on the agreed Collective Bargaining Agreement for this position.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Advertised: Aug 28 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Sep 28 2026 Eastern Daylight Time