Plumber

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill is seeking a Facility Maint Tech - MechTrd (Plumber) to perform plumbing repairs and maintenance. Responsibilities include installation, preventive maintenance, and ensuring that student needs are met. Candidates must have a high school diploma and experience in plumbing. A valid North Carolina Driver’s License is required, along with the ability to work in physically demanding conditions. This role contributes to critical University operations, including during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Experience in plumbing trades.
• Ability to interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of general building maintenance.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs plumbing repairs, installation, and preventive maintenance.
• Informs the supervisor of any problems and provides updates on work status.
• Assists with area coverage to ensure completion of work orders.

Skills

Experience in plumbing trades

Ability to interpret blueprints

Knowledge of general building maintenance

Excellent teamwork and communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Position Summary

Facility Maint Tech - MechTrd - Journey (Plumber)

Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or Four days per week, 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs plumbing repairs, installation, and preventive maintenance per applicable codes and standards.
• Informs the supervisor and/or lead mechanic of any problems and provides updates on the status of work in progress.
• Assists with area coverage to ensure that work orders, maintenance repairs and preventive maintenance (PM) requests are completed.
• Works in areas occupied by students, ensuring residents’ needs are addressed while protecting privacy and personal property.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification. Optional guidelines: experience in the trade(s) areas related to the assignment may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis.

Key Qualifications and Management Preferences

• Experience in plumbing trades.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of general building maintenance.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills with co‑workers and Housing staff.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License or ability to obtain one prior to start date.
• Cross‑connect certification or ability to obtain one within the first six months of employment.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time; navigate stairs and climb ladders; work in small tight spaces and bend, stoop and crawl to complete work.
• Ability to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Work in stressful conditions and under critical timelines; handle small hand tools.
• Position requires reporting to work to support critical University operations during adverse weather or other emergency conditions, including public health emergencies.

Schedule and Work Requirements

• Evening work occasionally.
• Night work occasionally.
• On‑call occasionally.
• Overtime occasionally.
• Weekend work occasionally.
• Valid NC Driver’s License.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.