Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter - C99260

University of California; Cheney (WA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Vacation and sick leave

Tuition waiver

Discounted sports tickets

Access to workout facilities

Free transportation

Job summary

Eastern Washington University is seeking a Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter to join its team. The role involves installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems throughout the university.

Successful candidates will enjoy benefits such as health insurance, tuition waivers, and a supportive work environment. The position operates on a regular schedule, Monday to Friday, offering a competitive salary based on qualifications. Join us to support the diverse needs of our campus community.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or full journey status as a plumber.
• Four years applicable work experience can substitute for formal training.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Ability to apply a culturally responsive approach to diverse community needs.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Perform valve maintenance and backflow assembly testing.
• Follow safety codes and report discrepancies.
• Assist with shop projects and vendor communication.

Skills

Plumbing skills

Blueprint reading

Safety practices

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Job Title:

Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter - C99260

Location:

Cheney

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Work Schedule Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, either 6:00 A.M - 2:30 P.M. or 7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.

Term of Appointment:

12 Months

Job Summary:

Eastern Washington University is currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the following position: Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter. This position installs, maintains and repairs water mains, storm sewers, septic tanks, sewage mains and laterals, valves, drains, basins, tubs, faucets, lavatories, sinks, gates, hydrants, water coolers, and dishwashers and associated equipment. This position is also responsible for repairing fixtures, performing valve maintenance, cutting and threading pipe, testing back flow assemblies, and maintaining water mains, fixtures, sewer lines, valves and septic tanks to determine need for maintenance, cleaning and/or repair.

The salary for this position is $72,576.00 - 82,068.00. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.

Benefits:

• health insurance
• disability insurance
• retirement
• vacation and sick leave accruals
• 13 paid holidays per year
• tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members
• discountedEWUsports tickets
• full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation throughSTAbuses

For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits-briefing/benefits/insurance/

About Eastern Washington University:

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region’s polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands‑on learning that leads to in‑demand careers. EWU’s 300‑acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy‑efficient Catalyst building, theSIERRbuilding which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences. In addition,EWUprograms can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college‑bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a '26 -’27 College of Distinction (CoD), the second consecutive year it has received the national recognition.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement:

At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.

Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.

At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.

From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

Conditions of Employment:

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently. Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees’ Collective Bargaining Agreement: https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2025/05/WFSE-EWU-CBA-Barg.-Units-1-and-2-2025-2027_2024-12-02.pdf

After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. The Office of Employee Belonging, Development, and Leadership will reach out to you concerning Workplace Belonging training and asynchronous New Employee Orientation.

Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.

Physical Demands:

Contact Human Resources at [e-mail] to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment, such as physical demands.

Protective Equipment:

Respirator, eye protection, hearing protection, protective clothing.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter, OR full journey status as a plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter in a union, OR four years applicable work experience.
• Ability to work from blueprints, plans and sketches; estimate materials and time needed to complete jobs; use hand and power tools.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal accessibility, of our students, staff, faculty and the public.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Water Distribution Manager Certificate of Competency and/or Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate of Competency issued by the Department of Health
• Back flow assembly tester
• Cross connection control specialist

Other Skills and Abilities Desired:

• Understanding of safe work practices including reporting mechanical and/or safety issues
• Demonstrated attention to detail, professionalism, dependability and timeliness
• Excellent customer service skills, professional and courteous demeanor

Proposed Job Duties & Responsibilities

Percent of Time: 80

• Perform journey level plumbing, pipefitting and steamfitting installation, service and maintenance without direct supervision.
• Follow all codes and regulations for installation and maintenance of equipment. Follow all safety procedures of department and trade. Report any discrepancies in code and safety procedures to supervision.
• Provide assistance to other shops at EWU as requested. Provide assistance to contractors and vendors when requested.
• Assist in the preparation of plumbing shop projects. When requested, contact vendors to gather information to materials and equipment. Generate requests for materials and equipment needed to complete projects.
• Complete all shop and departmental paperwork as required to include, but not limited to, service order cards, time sheets, work orders, request for leave, incident and hazard report forms and other departmental forms.

Percent of Time: 20

• Follow all university and departmental procedures as directed. Follow chain of command during requests for information or conflict resolution.
• Pick up work orders, respond to radio dispatches from the work order center and others. Report emergency situations to work order center and supervision.
• Represent the plumbing shop, the department and the university in a professional manner, Respond to and participate in emergency overtime.
• Attend training and keep a current asbestos worker certification. Attend any other required training.
• Pick up materials from vendors as requested.
• Provide input to shop performance and efficiency.
• Perform related duties as required