Plumbing Technician

Marquette University; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Marquette University is seeking a Plumbing Technician to perform maintenance and repairs on plumbing systems. This full-time role emphasizes professional development and offers a competitive benefits package, including tuition benefits. Join a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students and faculty.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

403(b) with 8% match

Generous Time Off

Tuition Benefits

Qualifications

• 4 to 6 years of trades experience in plumbing.
• Knowledge of plumbing system maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair and preventive maintenance on plumbing systems.
• Respond to and repair emergency plumbing problems.
• Estimate and schedule routine and special projects.

Skills

Communication

Mechanical Ability

Safety Practices

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Multimeter

Job description

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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Plumbing Technician Posting Number: NA01376 Employment

Status: Full Time Job Family: Facilities Maintenance, Planning,

Engineering, and Construction Position Overview Be The Difference Begins

with Great People. Are you looking for a new opportunity where you can

make the difference in the lives of students and faculty? We\'re always

looking for highly talented individuals to join our team people who

think big, care deeply, and believe in being the difference in their

work and community. We prioritize student success, access to education,

and service in our work to educate well-rounded servant leaders who

transform their fields, our society and the world. Our Catholic, Jesuit

approach emphasizes student engagement with the world around them and

formation of the heart and mind. We believe in our mission: The search

for truth, the discovery and sharing of knowledge, the fostering of

personal and professional excellence, the promotion of a life of faith,

and the development of leadership expressed in service to others. These

core values guide our relationships with our students, each other, and

our community. Marquette University offers a rich and competitive Total

Rewards package including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) with 8%

university match once eligible, generous time off package, and tuition

benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents with no payback

requirement! For more information, please view the

https://www.marquette.edu/ca/hr/documents/total-rewards-guide-2025.pdf.

Plumbing Technicians perform repair and preventive maintenance duties of

plumbing systems and associated fixtures. Plumbing Technicians are part

of our Maintenance department, which has a robust professional

development program with a compelling record of being instrumental in

growing skillsets and careers. This is your next opportunity to join a

department and an organization that invests in their employees\' career

journey by diversifying their skills, deepening their expert knowledge,

encouraging a healthy work-life balance, focusing on personal wellbeing,

providing a wide range of training, and sustaining a culture of respect

and inclusion. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Perform repair and

preventive maintenance work on various plumbing fixtures and systems. 2.

Respond to and repair emergency plumbing problems, to include water

pipe, faucet, natural gas or ceiling leaks. Will also repair and clear

water/sewer problems. 3. Estimate, schedule and work to completion,

routine and special projects related to job responsibilities. 4.

Maintain tools, equipment and material inventories required to execute

job responsibilities. 5. Coordinate work schedules with building

occupants/department personnel. 6. Meet and assist various contractors

in the coordination of project work. 7. Communicate with building

departments or personnel regarding water, waste, or natural gas

distribution interruptions. Provide temporary services as needed. 8.

Must have the ability to lift up to 75 pounds. Must also have the

ability to stand, climb stairs, bend and kneel for extended periods of

time. 9. In the course of performing work, adheres to all safety

procedures including lock-out/tag-out procedures, MSDS safety warnings,

Required Personal Protection Equipment, And OSHA Requirements. Advises

supervisor of any unsafe work conditions encountered and/or conditions

found in equipment that could pose hazards to others. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

A high school diploma. 4 to 6 years of trades experience with emphasis

on industrial, commercial, and institutional plumbing application is

required. Must have strong written communication and record keeping

Skills. Specific Experience In Basic Carpentry, Wall/floor Tile,

ceiling, and roof construction as well as strong mechanical ability.

Must have knowledge of safe working practices. Must possess a vali

driver\'s license with a satisfactory driving record. Knowledge:

Thorough knowledge of plumbing system maintenance, repairs, and

operational principles, control strategies. Understanding of common

federal, state, and local codes and regulations pertaining to

maintenance and operation of plumbing systems and equipment.

Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades. Skills and

Abilities Understand and follow safety procedures such as lock-out

tag-out, fall protection and use of personal protective equipment. Read

and understand work orders, preventive maintenance tasks, check lists,

equipment operations and maintenance manuals, specifications, material

safety data sheets, equipment prints and diagrams, sketches, floor

plans, and controls sequences of operations. Calibrate, maintain, and

install mixing valve and water heater controls. Perform troubleshooting

of natural gas and electric water heater and food service booster heater

controls. Use multimeter to perform testing of, fuses, heating elements,

thermostats, temperature sensors, and other electrical components

associated with domestic water systems. Operate computer programs used

in tracking and executing preventive maintenance work and programs.

Offer suggestions for improvements to work control automation strategies

to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the repair and

maintenance program in the field. Must be able to work in cramped spaces

for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks in spaces

with temperature extremes. Must be able to work at heights using

ladders, scaffolding and aerial work platforms such as Scissor lifts,

And Telescoping Push Around Lifts. Preferred Knowledge, Skills And

Abilities Associate\'s degree desirable. Participation in technical

training courses involving domestic water systems is desirable.

Department: Facilities Planning & Management Posting Date: 08/23/2024

Closing Date: To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6133795 It is the

policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities

(EEO ) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color,

religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,

disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or

state-protected classification. Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All

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jeid-c6384f2ceb1cdf40a237ddc03449d249 \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION

INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://apptrkr.com/6133795 Qualified

females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans

are encouraged to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Higher Education

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