Plumber

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University is seeking a skilled Plumber to perform complex plumbing systems installation and maintenance. The role requires a Journey level plumber license and at least four years of maintenance plumbing experience. This full-time position is critical for ensuring effective plumbing operations within the university's facilities management department.

Benefits

Uniforms provided

Identification badges provided

Equal Employment Opportunity

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Journey level plumber by the Texas Department of Licensing.
• Four years of experience in maintenance plumbing or related field.
• Technical training in plumbing would be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for installing and maintaining various plumbing systems.
• Repairs and maintains valves, faucets, and plumbing fixtures.
• May assist with estimates of time and materials for plumbing jobs.

Skills

Complex plumbing skills

Ability to use plumbing tools

Ability to operate backhoe

Education

High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent

Journey level plumber license

Technical/vocational training

Job description

Requisition:

202500152S

Title:

Plumber

FLSA status:

Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary:

This position is a pay grade 6. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Occupational Category:

Skilled Craft

Department:

Facilities Management - Facilities Services

Division:

Division of Finance and Operations

Open Date:

05/30/2025

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement:

High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Four years of experience at a maintenance plumbing level or experience in a related field. Must be licensed as a Journey level plumber by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or must meet the requirements to obtain a license immediately upon hiring. Technical/vocational training related to job duties would be helpful. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Nature & Purpose of Position:

Performs complex journeyperson level plumbing skills and occasionally assumes lead person responsibilities.

Primary Responsibilities:

Responsible for complex tasks in existing and new construction of various plumbing systems, such as: water, sewage, drainage, air, gas, and sewer lines, and systems. Performs related duties such as: installs plumbing, traps wash bowls, fittings, drains, special laboratory sinks, drain tables, and experimental tables. Repairs, replaces, and maintains valves, faucets, traps, sinks, wash bowls, sewers, and lead joints. Connects and maintains hot water units, gas heaters, and furnaces. Checks for safety and unstops clogged lines. May assist with estimates of time and materials required for a job. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications:

Ability to use the tools, equipment, and machines of the plumbing trade. Requires accuracy in all phases of work performed. Exposure to dampness, dust, dirt, and grime. Tasks at times require working in narrow quarters in trenches, under buildings, and indoors or outdoors with exposure to weather. This position requires thorough knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations governing the plumbing trade. Skills to operate backhoe for the purpose of repairing, replacing, or installing underground sewer/water lines would be helpful. Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy. Must wear required uniforms and display badge.

May work hours other than 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday as scheduled, or when called out by emergency.

Position requires driving and operating a university vehicle, therefore, a valid Texas driver license and driving record acceptable to the University’s insurance carrier is required.

Full Time Part Time:

Full Time

Quicklink:

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/43683

EEO Statement:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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