Plumber

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

100% tuition coverage

Retirement Contributions

Generous Time Off

Job summary

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a Plumber for its Daytona Beach campus. The role involves maintaining plumbing systems, servicing equipment, and ensuring safe operation of campus facilities. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and five to ten years of relevant experience. The position offers up to $22.00 per hour with comprehensive benefits including health coverage and tuition remission.

Qualifications

• Five to ten years of plumbing or mechanical experience required.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the Daytona Campus swimming pool and plumbing.
• Service and repair plumbing systems and fixtures across campus.
• Ensure safe handling of chemicals and tools.

Skills

Knowledge of plumbing systems

Ability to read blueprints

Experience using hand and power tools

Chemical handling understanding

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Opportunity

The Plumber is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of campus plumbing systems and related equipment. This role supports the Daytona Beach Campus by maintaining the swimming pool, Welcome Center reflection pond, and all university plumbing infrastructure to ensure safe, sanitary, and reliable operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the Daytona Campus swimming pool, Welcome Center reflection pond, and related plumbing equipment.
• Perform maintenance within the pool building, including ordering supplies and maintaining proper pool water chemistry in compliance with sanitary standards.
• Service, maintain, repair, and replace university plumbing systems, fixtures, and equipment, including lift stations and backflow prevention devices.
• Perform preventive maintenance and respond to assigned work orders across campus facilities.
• Ensure safe handling and use of chemicals, tools, and equipment in accordance with applicable safety regulations and standards.
• Maintain accurate records and notify supervision of any plumbing issues requiring attention.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Perks Await You at Embry‑Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs.

• Tuition Coverage: 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.

• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.

• Generous Time Off: 18 days of personal leave in your first year and 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is up to $22.00. The final offer will consider the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience, along with applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs, and may fall outside of the stated range.

Qualifications

Required Education: High school diploma or GED with proficiency in grammar, spelling, basic composition, and mathematics.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or Clearances:

• Valid driver's license.
• Journeyman Plumber license or equivalent experience preferred.
• Must meet the University's standards for approved drivers. Unacceptable driving records include:
• Three or more at‑fault accidents and/or moving violations in the previous 36 months.
• Two or more at‑fault accidents or two or more moving violations in the past year.
• Conviction for driving while impaired within the last five years.
• Conviction for death by vehicle, hit and run, racing, careless and reckless driving, or related serious violations within the last five years.
• Serious violations result in immediate disqualification and revocation of driver privileges.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of plumbing systems, water heating systems, potable water distribution, drainage systems, lift stations, and backflow prevention devices.
• Ability to read blueprints, follow schematics, perform calculations, and maintain records.
• Experience using hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Understanding of chemical handling and safety practices related to plumbing and pool operations.
• Ability to work independently and follow written and verbal instructions.

Required Experience: Five to ten years of related plumbing, mechanical, or maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting objects greater than 25 pounds, standing, walking, bending, climbing, and working in confined or outdoor environments.

Embry‑Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. The university makes employment decisions based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetics, age, religion, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school‑administered programs or activities.