Plumbing Foreman - Facilities & Lab Systems

UNT Health Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

UNT Health Fort Worth is seeking a Plumbing Foreman to supervise and perform installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems including lab water, gas, and waste, ensuring compliance with Texas codes. The role requires a bachelor’s degree with 3 years of related experience.

The position involves coordinating with contractors, managing estimates, and overseeing field crews during construction or retrofit projects. The work schedule is regular with after-hours emergency availability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Material procurement/expense reports.
• New construction plumbing projects.
• Routine, investigative, and emergency service calls.
• Retrofit plumbing projects.
• Oversee outside contractors in scope and installation of plumbing projects.
• Blueprint/specification reviews.
• Adheres to work rules and policies and maintains records.
• Job estimates.
• Assigns and supervises the activities of plumbers.
• Assists in layout, fabrication, and assembly of plumbing work as required.
• Be available for after hours emergency.
• Coordinate with other trades during construction or repair projects.

Skills

Commercial construction

Drain cleaning

Soldering & brazing

Material takeoffs

Isometric drawings

Medical gas knowledge

Backflow testing

System testing

Education

Bachelor's degree + 3 years experience

Job description

UNT Health Fort Worth is seeking a Plumbing Foreman to supervise and perform installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems including lab water, gas, and waste, ensuring compliance with Texas codes. The role requires a bachelor’s degree with 3 years of related experience.

The position involves coordinating with contractors, managing estimates, and overseeing field crews during construction or retrofit projects. The work schedule is regular with after-hours emergency availability.