Plumber III - Health Sciences Center

University of Louisville; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Louisville Health Sciences Center is hiring a Plumber III to install, repair, and maintain a variety of plumbing and heating systems. The role requires a valid Kentucky Journeyman license and a current driver’s license, with duties including locating lines, installing fixtures, testing for leaks, and reviewing plans and codes.

This is a full-time, on-site position that supports University emergencies and operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent with 4+ years related experience.
• Completion of Journeyman's training.
• Kentucky Journeyman Plumbers license.
• Pre-employment physical examination.
• Valid driver's license and insurability per University policy.

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark underground water, sewer, and gas lines for BUD locates and excavation work.
• Install plumbing systems and piping as required by the University.
• Repair and maintain plumbing systems and piping per environmental and code requirements.
• Test piping systems and fixtures for leaks and document results.
• Review plans, blueprints, and specifications to determine layout and apply codes; maintain logs and order materials.

Skills

Plumbing

Blueprint Reading

Equipment Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Journeyman's training

Kentucky Journeyman Plumbers license

Job description

## Plumber III - Health Sciences CenterApply: Health Sciences Center: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: End Date: October 20, 2026 (28 days left to apply): R108644**Department:****Location:**Health Sciences Center**Time Type:**Full time**Worker Type:**Regular**Job Req ID:**R108644**Minimum Requirements:**High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of four (4) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Completion of Journeyman's training, and Kentucky Journeyman Plumbers license. Pre-employment physical exam required. Valid driver's license required and must be insurable by the University's insurance carrier. Grade 5 (Hourly)**Position Description:**The position of Plumber III will perform skilled work requiring the application of standard trade practices in maintaining, installing, and repairing a variety of plumbing and heating systems fixtures.This is a required personnel position that necessitates the employee’s physical presence in the workplace. The employee must also report to or remain at work during university emergencies or closures and maintain a valid, insurable driver’s license under the University’s insurance policy.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Locate and mark underground water, sewer, and gas lines owned and operated by the University as required for BUD locates and other excavation work.* Install all types of plumbing systems and piping systems as required by the University, including but not limited to sinks, tubs, toilets, water heaters, appliances, water conditioners, faucets, showers, pumping systems, valves, and piping, including supports and hangers.* Repair and maintain all sorts of plumbing systems and piping systems as required by the University, including but not limited to sinks, lavatories, water heaters, appliances, water conditioning equipment, faucets, valves, showers, pumping systems and equipment, as well as various piping systems with varied materials and uses.* Test piping systems and fixtures for leaks. Repairs and maintenance shall meet all environmental protection requirements and codes. Review plans, blueprints, and specifications to determine the layout of plumbing systems.* Apply all codes to work performed, prepare lists of materials used and needed.* Keep daily reports and logs, and other paperwork as required, order materials for jobs, and complete other responsibilities as assigned.