PLUMBER I

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Plumber I in Edinburg, Texas. This full-time position involves maintaining, repairing, and installing plumbing facilities. Responsibilities include supervising workers, performing emergency duties, and utilizing plumbing tools. A high school diploma and one year of plumbing experience are required. The role offers a competitive salary based on experience and promotes equal employment opportunities for all individuals.

Qualifications

• Must have one year of plumbing experience.
• Must be able to use plumbing tools effectively.
• High school education is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and install plumbing facilities.
• Supervise semi-skilled or unskilled workers as needed.
• Perform emergency plumbing work.

Skills

Plumbing experience

Skilled use of plumbing tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Wrenches

Pipe-cutting and threading tools

Metal saws

Job description

PLUMBER I

Posting Number: SRGV8955

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Edinburg, Texas

Department: Campus Facilities Operations

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Scope of Job

To maintain, repair, or install plumbing facilities and to develop the advanced skills of a journeyman plumber. Responsible for the prompt performance of assigned plumbing and related duties. Frequently responsible for supervision of semi-skilled or unskilled workers.

Description of Duties

• Installs pipes, sinks, traps, washbowl, toilet fittings, drains, special laboratory sinks and drain tables.
• Repairs and maintains valves, faucets, traps, sinks, and vents.
• Connects hot water heaters, gas heaters and furnaces and tests for safety.
• Repairs sewer pipes.
• Unstops clogged lines.
• Performs minor carpentry, digging and cleanup duties related to the assignment.
• Emergency work on weekends/nights.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

Receives direction, instruction, and training from journeyman plumber or the lead/master plumber. Changes and implementation of plans from working drawings are often made by incumbent.

Supervision Given

May supervise assigned staff.

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education

N/A

Licenses/Certifications

As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business. Per University of Texas System Policy 157, applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty‑six (36) month history. Out of State drivers are required to submit a 36-month history MVR from their prior State of residence(s).

Required Experience

One (1) year plumbing experience.

Preferred Experience

N/A

Equipment

Skilled use of wrenches, pipe‑cutting and threading tools, metal saws and other similar tools of the trade.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Must be able to perform strenuous physical duties, including but not limited to those listed above. Exposure to outside environments, hot, dry, wet, and cold; some duties and working conditions may create bodily strain and discomfort. Duties may involve carrying, lifting and moving of heavy objects, bending, stooping, crawling, climbing, reaching, and other activities requiring physical exertion; exposure to sewage and disagreeable odors. Work may involve digging and working in trenches to locate and repair pipes. Danger of falls, chemicals, electrical shock and burns, and hazards and conditions inherent to the trade or assignment.

Other

N/A

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category

Full‑Time

Minimum Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date

05/20/2026

Grant Funded Position

No

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non‑discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.