Plumber

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Tuition benefit

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado is seeking a Plumber in the Facilities Management Department. This on-site role supports campus operations by designing and installing plumbing and mechanical systems and performing routine preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure reliable building services.

You will work with clients, project managers, contractors, and other trades to ensure proper installation and operation of facility systems, including pump repairs

Qualifications

• Three years of plumbing experience in construction or maintenance environments.
• A Journeyman or Master plumber license is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and install plumbing and mechanical systems.
• Maintain plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, and infrastructure.
• Perform pump repairs and water treatment for closed loops.
• Locate utilities and ensure proper operation of facility systems.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and other trades.

Skills

Task management

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Facilities Management
Job Title: Plumber

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities: The responsibilities of this position includethe design and installation of various plumbing and mechanicalsystems, performing preventative and corrective maintenance onplumbing, mechanical, fire protection, infrastructure, and HVACsystems, as well as pump repairs, water treatment for closed loops,utility locates, and backflow prevention. Collaborates withclients, project managers, contractors, and other trades to ensureproper installation and operation of facility systems.

Work Location:

On-site – This role is expected to work on-site and is at theAnschutz Campus in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

We offer amazing benefits and provide exceptional amounts ofholiday, vacation, and sick leave. The University of Coloradoprovides an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your grosspay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on allCU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced-rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three years of progressively responsible plumbing experience ina construction or combination construction and maintenance andrepair environment.
  • Substitution: Successful completion of a formalized plumbingapprenticeship program, or higher level, non-correspondencecoursework in the same fields from an accredited vocational schoolor university may substitute for the experience on a year-for-yearbasis.
• Necessary special qualification: Must possess a Journeyman orMaster plumber's license.

Colorado law requires that candidates for state government jobs beresidents of Colorado at the time of application.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time ofhire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• State of Colorado Backflow Certification
• Experience servicing and maintaining equipment andmachinery.
• Experience in planning and laying out complete projectdesigns.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently withminimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapportwith persons of diverse backgrounds
• Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to handlestressful situations calmly and professionally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written form, which includesthe ability to check for typographical, grammatical, and spellingerrors
• Mechanical Ability
• Physical Ability
• Planning and organization skills.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a resident of the State of Colorado at the time ofapplication.
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid State of ColoradoDriver's License.
• Must be willing and able to pass a criminal background check, motorvehicle checks, and drug test.
• Subject to pre-employment, post-accident, incident, orreasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing per UCD FacilitiesOperations Department Policies.
• Must be willing and able to stand and walk constantly, with orwithout accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to climb, crawl, kneel, bend, andreach above shoulders frequently, with or withoutaccommodation.
• Must be willing and able to lift and carry up to 10 poundsconstantly, with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to lift and carry up to 50 poundsfrequently, with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to push and pull frequently, with orwithout accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to use manual dexterity, eye/handcoordination, and near vision constantly.
• Must be willing and able to use hearing and verbalcommunication constantly.
• Must be willing and able to work outdoors in all weatherconditions, including snow, rain, heat, and cold.
• Must be willing and able to work with chemicals/solvents.
• Must be willing and able to work in areas where you may beexposed to hazardous chemicals or infectious materials.
• Must be willing and able to operate moving equipment and workaround machinery or moving equipment.
• Must be willing and able to work around noise/vibrations.
• Must be willing and able to work alone, above ground, and insmall, confined spaces.
• Must be willing and able to walk on uneven surfaces and climbon scaffolds/ladders.
• Must be willing and able to work straight or rotating shifts,weekends, and holidays.

NOTE: This position has been designated as essentialpersonnel, “Subject to call 24 hours per day, seven days per week,”and may be required to carry a pager. Position may also be requiredto “Stay over late” or “Come in early” to “Cover” shifts, asneeded, and may be required to respond to any emergencies asneeded. If hired, you will be required to provide effectiveoff-hours phone contact info for emergency call-in purposes.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: This announcement is open until August 27,2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position hasbeen established as

4,955 - $5,747 per month ( $59,460 - $68,964 per year).

This position is eligible for overtime compensation.

The above hiring range represents the University's good faith andreasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at thetime of posting.

If you have prior state-classified service in the same class seriesas this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per thestate Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024. For moreinformation about the Step Pay Program, please visit the 2024 StepPay Program for State of Colorado Employees | DHR.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans,and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with allapplicable federal, state, and local laws governingnondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating aworkplace where all individuals are treated with respect anddignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicantswith disabilities throughout the employment application process. Torequest an accommodation pursuant to the Americans withDisabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADACoordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated toensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, weconduct background investigations for all prospectiveemployees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteerin healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliatedhospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will berequired to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillancepolicies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, orvolunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certainresearch areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, youmust enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.