Plumber I

ucf; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

University Operations at UCF seeks a Plumber I to provide essential plumbing support across campus facilities on the Main Campus in Orlando. The role encompasses maintenance, installation, and repair of sanitation and plumbing systems, ensuring a safe, clean, and functional environment for students and staff.

The ideal candidate has an approved plumbing apprenticeship or a high school diploma with related experience, strong English communication, and the ability to work with teams and follow

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship in plumbing or a high school diploma with 2 years related experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and use meters for diagnosing plumbing systems.
• Excellent English communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to identify plumbing issues.
• Complete corrective repairs to restore functionality of systems.
• Install, test, and calibrate plumbing components in facilities.
• Maintain and operate pumps, valves, water heaters, and sewer equipment.
• Record labor hours and work orders; report defects to supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and university regulations.

Skills

Plumbing basics

Blueprint reading

IWMS

Safety procedures

English communication

Team player

Electrical meters

Power installation

Education

Apprenticeship in plumbing

High school diploma + 2 years exp

Tools

iPad for AiM PM

Powered drain-cleaning machine

IWMS software

Job description

University Operations

The University Operations division at UCF is committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We take pride in delivering exceptional service, sharing our expertise, and upholding the highest standards to ensure a world‑class campus experience.

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The Opportunity

Join our dynamic Facilities Maintenance Department on UCF Main Campus as a Plumber I providing essential plumbing support in the operational maintenance, installation, repair, of sanitation components of campus facilities. This position will troubleshoot and respond to customer requests to provide a safe, functional, clean, efficient, and attractive living and learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and assigned preventive maintenance (PM) and predictive maintenance (PDM) to identify or prevent potential plumbing failures.
• Conduct preventive maintenance repairs (PMR) by addressing defects found during PM or PDM activities.
• Complete corrective repairs in response to reported issues to restore functionality.
• Carry out planned work related to heating and plumbing trades.
• Install, maintain, test, and calibrate plumbing components connected with water, gas, air, and sewer systems in bathrooms, laboratories, and kitchens.
• Maintain and operate equipment such as pumps, faucets, valves, traps, pipes, water heaters, and emergency showers.
• Operate and monitor sewage systems using recording equipment to troubleshoot problems.
• Locate and repair plumbing failures and malfunctions; install, maintain, and repair backflow preventers; make emergency plumbing repairs as needed.
• Assist with work performed by central shops, contractors, other zones, departments, and campus events.
• Perform routine recurring work, as well as project work associated with facilities and capital improvement programs.
• Complete work orders in a timely manner, recording labor hours, action codes, shop stock, and detailed trade notes.
• Report special conditions, deficiencies, or issues that need further attention to the supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with maintenance, health, sanitation, university, state, and federal regulations and policies.
• Support inventory control, maintain security of tools and materials, and participate in required safety training.
• Collaborate with other Facilities Operations teams and departments to support campus operations.
• Assist other Facilities Operations zones during personnel shortages or emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in plumbing; or a high school diploma and two years of appropriate experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of plumbing trades classifications and functions including tools, equipment, materials, and task‑specific sequencing required for maintenance, sanitation, and repairs.
• Familiarity with operation and powered drain-cleaning machine, water, and gas shut-off points campus-wide.
• Ability to communicate in conversational English to work effectively with customers and team members, operate electronic equipment (iPad for AiM PM checkpoints), comprehend standard safety procedures, and utilize telecommunication devices.
• General facilities experience within areas of carpentry, HVAC, or similar and possess painting knowledge and skills.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency using standard office software applications for work order systems (IWMS).
• Capability of understanding and following written/oral instructions with a strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to use approved EH&S chemicals to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to operate a vehicle, as necessary.
• Demonstrated capabilities in the following: memory, calculation, reading, and evaluating.
• Experience reading blueprints, using various electrical meters and construct and install power supplies.
• Flexibility for utilization by trade for most urgent requirements and adaptability in assignments.

Health Assessment Required

UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicants

Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

Salary and Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $23.33 - $31.21. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

This position is eligible for 5% Shift Differential Pay of the pay range minimum.