Plumber I

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

Job summary

University of Central Florida’s Facilities Maintenance Department is seeking a Plumber I to support campus sanitation, maintenance, and installation work on main campus. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems to ensure a safe, clean, and functional learning environment.

Key duties include preventive and predictive maintenance, responding to requests, and coordinating with central shops and contractors.

Qualifications

• Completion of plumbing apprenticeship or a high school diploma with two years of related experience.
• Familiarity with plumbing systems, sanitation, and repairs.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and read basic blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) and predictive maintenance (PDM) on plumbing systems.
• Carry out corrective repairs to restore functionality and safety.
• Install, test, and calibrate plumbing components including water, gas, air, and sewer systems.
• Maintain equipment such as pumps, valves, faucets, and water heaters.
• Complete work orders with accurate labor hours and notes.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Plumbing apprenticeship completion

Tools

IWMS

Drain-cleaning machine

Power tools

Job description

University Operations:

University Operations 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 or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

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).
• Capable 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.
• Able to operate a vehicle, as necessary.
• Demonstrated capabilities in the following: memory, calculation, reading, and evaluating.
• Experience reading blueprints, use various electrical meters and construct and install power supplies.
• Flexibility for utilization by trade for most urgent requirements and adaptable in assignments.

Health Assessment Required:

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

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

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