Plumbing Technician

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Bolivar (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Baptist University is seeking a Maintenance Plumber to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install plumbing systems across campus. The role involves coordinating work orders, working with outside vendors, and ensuring a safe, functional environment for students and staff.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with related experience, plus a valid driver’s license and on-call availability. Preferred are a related bachelor’s degree and plumbing certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 1 year of related experience.
• On-call availability for emergencies after hours.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install plumbing systems.
• Coordinate work orders using the management system.
• Work with outside vendors as needed.
• Communicate professionally with diverse groups.
• Attend professional development seminars as required.
• Assist other physical plant disciplines as directed.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Uphold Southwest Baptist University’s Principles and Expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

On-call availability

Driver's license

Experience in related duties

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline

Professional plumbing certifications

Job description

• Location 1600 University Ave,Bolivar, MO, 65613,United States
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

Summary/Objective

Maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and installs plumbing supply and waste systems. Works collaboratively with all University units to provide an aesthetically pleasing, comfortable, and safe environment for students, faculty, and staff.

• Repairs, installs, troubleshoots, and replaces plumbing components not limited to, supply piping, waste piping, vent piping, sinks, toilets, urinals, showers, domestic and commercial water heaters.
• Maintains and coordinates the completion of plumbing related work order requests from students, faculty, and staff by utilizing the electronic work order management system.
• Works in cooperation with outside vendors as needed.
• Communicate with persons of various backgrounds professionally and in a courteous manner.
• Attends professional development seminars and/or classes periodically that pertain to the area of responsibilities (including essential functions) of this position.
• Assists other physical plant disciplines when directed.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Sets an example of a Christian lifestyle for students, staff and faculty.
• Commitment and adherence to Southwest Baptist University’s Principles and Expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

None.

Position Requirements

Required

• High school diploma or GED and one year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Availability on an on-call basis for emergencies after hours.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate, related discipline.
• Professional certifications related to the plumbing trade.
• Ability to work in various environments including outdoor environments with adverse weather conditions construction/renovation sites, and typical office environments. Regularly exposed to electrical voltage, chemicals, dust, odors, oil, fumes, vibration, and noise. May be required to work on and/or around slippery surfaces both indoors and out. Subject to working near machinery, power tools, and vehicles in motion. On occasion, may be exposed to confined spaces, required to climb onto rooftops, and to access other related physical plant areas.

Physical Abilities

• Regularly required to sit, walk, talk and hear. Visual ability needed to read architect plans, equipment diagrams and inspect parts.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push or pull a variety of tools, equipment, and materials up to 80lbs.
• Must be able to traverse steps multiple times a day.
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and get in and out of the vehicle frequently during each work day.