Plumber

The University of North Carolina; Greensboro, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina Greensboro seeks a Plumber to maintain and repair campus plumbing systems from the city water supply to the sewage systems, including installation and repair of fixtures and preventive maintenance.

The role reports to the Plumbing Shop supervisor and requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred 5+ years of progressive plumbing experience in institutional settings. A plumbing license and back-flow certification are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or demonstrated competency to perform the work.
• Some positions may require special licenses or certifications.
• Experience in the trade area related to the assignment may be substituted year-for-year.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair domestic cold and hot water piping.
• Install and repair sewer systems.
• Test and repair back flow devices.
• Submit labor and material reports to supervisor daily.
• Ensure sufficient materials are on hand for project completion.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Plumbing license

Back-flow certification

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:

• Name,
• Company Name,
• Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
• Email Address
• Contact Phone Number

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S3160

Position Number

Position Number 003824

Position Classification Title

Position Classification Title Facility Maint Mech Tradesman

Functional Title

Functional Title Plumber

Position Type

Position Type Staff

University Information

Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

Facilities Operations has the responsibility of providing a wide range of services to the entire UNCG campus. Services include all aspects of corrective and preventive maintenance, operations, grounds maintenance, housekeeping, utility infrastructure maintenance and operations, business operations, safety, regulatory compliance, project management, and renovations. These duties are conducted for a campus consisting of over 100 buildings totaling 6 million gross square feet on over 275 acres.

Position Summary

The primary purpose of this position is the maintenance and repair of campus plumbing systems, from the city water supply to the sewage systems. Included in this is the installation and repair of the plumbing fixtures and planned and preventative maintenance on existing water and sewage disposal systems. This position reports to the Plumbing Shop supervisor and is responsible for the maintenance of domestic water, heating equipment, and other routine maintenance as assigned by supervision.

This position is a mandatory position as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy.

Minimum Qualifications

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 AREA RELATED TO THE AREA OF ASSIGNMENT MAY BE SUBSTITUTED ON A YEAR - FOR - YEAR BASIS .

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates

Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred candidates will have:

• A minimum 5 years of progressive plumbing experience in an institutional or commercial environment; A plumbing license, and back-flow certification for testing and repairing.

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:

• Name,
• Company Name,
• Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
• Email Address
• Contact Phone Number

Recruitment Range

$47,263 - $52,514

Org #-Department

Org #-Department Utility Operations - 56406

Work Hours of Position

Work Hours of Position 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday and overtime as required

Number of Months per Year

Number of Months per Year 12

Posting Requirements

Job Family

Job Family Operations and Skilled Trades

Career Banded Title

Career Banded Title Facility Maint Mech Tradesman

Open Date

Open Date 08/31/2026

Close Date

Close Date 09/21/2026

FTE

FTE 1.000

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

If other, please indicate

If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.

Salary Grade Equivalency

Key Responsibilities

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Safety

• All work to be performed in a safe manner.
• Observe all OSHA regulations.
• Follow all University rules and regulations as outlined in the Safety Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Report all accidents to supervisor immediately.
• Consult the MSDS book if in question.
• Attend 16 hours of training required each year.
• Support the safety goals each year.

Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

• Performs scheduled PM tasks on various equipment and systems.
• Continually evaluate PM tasks and pass recommendations to PM Coordinator.
• Periodically survey buildings to identify equipment not on PM program.
• Initiate corrective work orders for major repairs discovered during PMs.
• Accomplish corrective work orders in response to trouble calls.

Plumbing

• Install and repair domestic cold and hot water piping.
• Install and repair sewer systems.
• Install and repair water heaters and circulation pumps.
• Install and repair toilet fixtures and water fountains.
• Test and Repair Back Flow Devices.

Construction – In House

• Plumbing work in support of in-house renovation/construction projects.
• Submit labor and material reports to supervisor daily.
• Ensure sufficient materials are on hand for completion of project.
• Ensure assigned vehicle is available for servicing and ready for use.
• Perform other tasks as may be safely and legally assigned by supervisor.

Administrative

• Maintains accurate labor and material records on all work.
• Submit labor and material reports to TMA work order log daily.
• Ensures sufficient quantities of frequently used materials are in warehouse.
• Ensures assigned vehicle is kept clean and available for service when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competency

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Competency Knowledge - Technical

• Ability to perform a variety of recurring and non-recurring tasks/functions.
• These tasks/functions may involve related or varying processes to test, renovate, overhaul, replace, and perform preventive maintenance on standard mechanical systems.
• Ability to provide technical assistance to others by troubleshooting standard facilities maintenance issues and determining their cause.
• Ability to mentor other technicians.

Competency Problem Solving

• Ability to identify facilities-related maintenance problems that require in-depth analysis and identify options for solving those problems.
• Ability to solve unusual facility maintenance problems that require the application of journey level trades knowledge and determines the most effective and efficient course of action.
• Ability to gather and analyze/interpret information to better understand the nature of the problem.
• May seek input from subordinates, peers, and/or managers in the decision-making process in order to solve the problem.
• Ability to evaluate options and choose appropriate action by considering potential outcomes.
• Ability to make sure that problem is appropriately addressed.

Competency Attention to Detail

• Ability to ensure all work meets and/or exceeds applicable codes and standards.
• Ability to check and re-check work prior to, during, and after completion.
• Ability to ensure that all parts of a project/task are completed.
• Ability to use appropriate record keeping methods.

Competency Communication

• Ability to clarify the purpose and importance of directives, instructions, and messages; ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to seek input, listen, and check for mutual understanding; ability to ask for and provide clarification as needed.
• Ability to explain purpose and procedures of facilities maintenance projects in language easily understood by the customer.

Competency Safety and Health Compliance

• Ability to identify and resolve potential safety problems and unsafe work practices.
• Ability to demonstrate to employees and others, safe ways to perform job tasks or the use of equipment.
• Ability to inform supervisor of unusual safety concerns and make recommendations for resolution.
• Ability to determine appropriate protective equipment based on established standards.
• Ability to regularly assess site and shop operations for safety.

Competency Client/Customer Service

• Ability to identify options, develop solutions, and take action when responding to customer requests.
• Ability to satisfy individual customer requests while balancing multiple priorities.
• Ability to assess or check with customer to ensure solution meets request.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with internal/external customers (vendors, subcontractors, etc.) that further the work unit’s goals.
• Ability to review customer requests and seek clarification as needed.

Competency Coordination – Work

• Ability to determine project/assignment by breaking them down into tasks.
• Ability to set objectives and prioritize activities and tasks; ability to adjust priorities when appropriate.
• Ability to take advantage of available resources (personnel, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently.
• Ability to anticipate obstacles/roadblocks and prepare alternative plans to ensure timely task accomplishment.
• Ability to use time effectively and not let distractions interfere with completion of the job/project.

ADA Checklist

"R" for Rare (0-30%),"O" for Occasional (30-60%),"F" for Frequent (60-90%),"C" for Constant (90-100%)

Physical Effort

Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Hand Movement-Grasping - F, Holding - F, Finger Dexterity - F, Vision-Skilled Trades - F, Reading - F, Writing - F, Eye-hand coordination - F, Vision-Visual inspection - F, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - F, Lifting-30-60 lbs. - O, Lifting-60-90 lbs. - O, Lifting-90 plus lbs. - R, Pushing/Pulling - F, Climbing-Stairs - F, Climbing-Ladders - F, Bending - F, Squatting - F, Crawling - O, Reaching - F

Work Environment Driving - Car/Truck - F, Driving - Standar/Automatic - F, Driving - Mower/Forklift - O, Equipment/Machines - Heights - O, Equipment/Machines - Roofs - O, Equipment/Machines - Ladders - O, Equipment/Machines - Step Stools - F, Equipment/Machines - Scaffolds - O, Night/Dark - O, Extreme noise levels - O, Extreme temperatures - F, Inside - F, Outside - F, Exposure to potential Hazardous Conditions - R, Gas Leaks - R, Infectious Bacteria - R, Acidic Harsh or Oily Substances - R, Electrical Hazards - O, Overtime - O

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please indicate how you learned of the vacant position for which you are applying:
  • UNCGjobsearch Website
  • Greensboro News & Record
  • Carolina Peacemaker
  • Other Newspaper
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • Other Professional Journal
  • NCWorks.gov
  • UNC System Job Board
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  • Personal Networking
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• * If you selected "Other", please provide the name of the resource here.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro?
  • Yes
  • No