Plumber II

Uog; Guam; On-site; USD 35,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Guam is seeking applicants for the Plumber II position as part of an open and promotional examination to establish a list of eligibles, subject to available funds. The role involves skilled plumbing work in installation, alteration, and maintenance of plumbing systems and fittings under general supervision.

Minimum qualifications include four years of experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience, and educational requirements per Public Law 26-87.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in the installation, alteration and maintenance of plumbing systems.
• Or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Must meet education requirements under Public Law 26-87 as amended.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, install, maintain and repair complex plumbing fixtures and piping.
• Inspect and test piping systems under pressure for compliance.
• Locate and repair leaks and perform repairs.
• Prepare labor and material cost estimates for jobs.
• Keep time and job records and prepare reports.

Skills

Plumbing knowledge

Reading drawings

Estimate labor

Physical stamina

Safety practices

Instruction following

Education

High school diploma

GED

Vocational certification

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASS TO ESTABLISH A LIST OF ELIGIBLES (SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS):

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Plumber II

Posting Number

Posting Number 008-27

Full or Part Time

Full or Part Time Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Position End Date

Salary Range

Open: I-01 $34,886.00 – I-07 $43,608.00 Per Annum
Prom: I-01 $34,886.00 – I-18 $61,487.00 Per Annum

Job Description Summary

NATURE OF WORK IN THIS CLASS :

Performs skilled plumbing work in the installation, alteration and maintenance of plumbing systems, fittings, and accessories. Employees in this class perform the full range of skilled tasks under general supervision and may lead less skilled workers on assigned tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING :

a) Four years of experience in the installation, alteration and maintenance of plumbing systems, fittings and accessories; or

b) Any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the minimum knowledge, abilities, and skills.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :

Pursuant to Public Law 26-87 as amended by Public Law 29-113, all future employees of any position within the Government of Guam will be required at minimum to possess one of the following:

• A high school diploma; or
• Successful completion of General Education Development ( GED ) Test; or
• The equivalent of a general education high school program; or
• Successful completion of a certification program, from a recognized accredited or certified vocational technical institution, in a specialized field for the job.

Preferred Qualifications

None

Minimum Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE , ABILITIES , AND SKILLS :

Knowledge of the standard methods, materials, practices and equipment used in the installation, alteration and maintenance of plumbing systems, fittings and accessories. Knowledge of local plumbing codes. Ability to read, interpret and work directly from sketches, drawings and piping diagrams. Ability to make time and material estimates on work projects. Ability to perform. arduous physical tasks including heavy lifting and working in strained and awkward positions. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to apply safe work practices on the job. Skill in the plumbing trade.

Physical Requirements

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK : (These examples do not include all the duties and responsibilities which may be assigned: nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed). Lays out, installs, maintains and repairs complex plumbing fixtures, such as dishwashers, refrigeration systems, autoclaves, laundry equipment, water heater and other fixtures, such as faucets, toilets, sinks, bathtubs, drains, and traps; installs and repairs required lines works from sketches, drawings and piping diagrams; inspects and tests piping systema under pressure to determine conformance to established plumbing standards; locates and repairs leaks; cuts, bends, threads, reams, assembles, calks, yarns, wipes and solders pipes, fittings and joints; repairs clogged sewers, basins and sinks. Keeps time and job records; prepares estimates on labor and material costs of jobs; prepares reports as required. Performs related duties as required.

Other Information

EDUCATION :

Applicants claiming degrees or credit hours are required to upload a certified copy of the documents (e.g., unofficial transcripts, high school diploma, or GED certification) with an online job application through the UOG’s online employment portal at https://uog.peopleadmin.com . Upon selection, the selected candidate will be required to submit an official transcripts to the University of Guam Human Resources Office.

VETERANS / DISABILITY PREFERENCE :

Applicants claiming veteran’s preference points are required to provide a copy of the DD-214 (Military Discharge form). Those claiming Compensable Disability are required to provide a copy of a letter from the Veterans Administration. Applicants claiming disability preference should submit a Government of Guam Certification, Certified by the Director of Public Health and Social Services.

PREFERENTIAL HIRING STATUS :

As a recipient of an educational loan or merit scholarship, you are entitled to first offer of employment in accordance with Public Law 15-127 (notwithstanding any other laws which may supersede). To claim preferential hire, you must upload your eligibility letter from the University of Guam Financial Aid Office, along with your job application. Preference hiring is only awarded for initial employment. In addition, declining an offer will result in the removal of preferential hire status.

WORK ELIGIBILITY :

Submission of completed job applications authorizes the University of Guam to seek and obtain information regarding the applicant’s suitability for employment. All factors which are job related may be investigated (i.e., previous employment, educational credentials, and criminal records). All information obtained may be used to determine the applicant’s eligibility for employment in accordance with equal employment opportunity guidelines. In addition, the applicant releases previous employers and job related sources from legal liability for the information provided.

Section 25103, Chapter 25, Title 10 of the Guam Code Annotated requires college or university employees to undergo a physical examination, to include a test for tuberculosis (skin or x-ray), prior to employment and at least annually thereafter. A report of such examination must be conducted by a licensed physician within a state or territory of the United States and must be submitted upon request.

Federal law requires presentation of eligibility to work in the United States within seventy-two (72) hours of reporting for employment. Specifically, 8 USC 1324A requires theemployer to verify the identity and eligibility to work in the United States of all newly hired employees. The University of Guam is required to comply with this law on a non-discriminatory basis. If you are hired to fill a position within the University of Guam, you will be required to present valid documents to comply with the law.

POLICE AND COURT CLEARANCE :

Pursuant to Public Law No. 28-24 and Executive Order 2005-34, applicants selected for a position are required to provide original police and court (Superior Court of Guam) clearances of no more than three (3) months old prior to commencement of employment. Off-island applicants must obtain clearances from their place of residence. Applicants are responsible for fees associated with obtaining the clearances.

THE UNIVERSITY OF GUAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PROVIDER :

The University of Guam complies with Public Law 24-109 in reference to the provisions and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Assistance in EEO / ADA matters and inquiries concerning applications of Title IX and its implementing regulations may be referred to the University’s Director, EEO and Title IX/ ADA Coordinator, located at the EEO / ADA Office, Dorm II, Iya Hami Hall, Room 104, Telephone No. [phone]; TTY : [phone], or to the Office of Civil Rights ( OCR ).

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/22/2026

Job Application Deadline

Job Application Deadline 11/05/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION FOR THE FOLLOWING CLASS TO ESTABLISH A LIST OF ELIGIBLES ( SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS ):

Additional Information

Contact Information

For further inquiries, you may contact the University of Guam Human Resources Office at [phone] or email at [e-mail] .

Application Process

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you meet the following minimum qualification as stated in the job announcement? a) Four years of experience in the installation, alteration and maintenance of plumbing systems, fittings and accessories; or b) Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the minimum knowledge, abilities, and skills.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• High School Diploma or G E D Certification

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Certification(s)/Certificate(s)
• Driver's License
• DD-214 (If applicable; see Veterans/Disability Preference)
• Certification Letter of Disability (If applicable; see Veterans/Disability Preference)
• Eligibility Letter of Preferential Hire (If applicable; see Preferential Hire Status)
• Other