Senior Plumber: Lead Technician & Field Expert

The University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance up to 12 credit hrs

EDTAS tuition assistance

Paid vacation and sick leave

holidays

Retirement program

Medical & dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Educational & professional development

Job summary

The University of Kansas is seeking a Plumber Senior to perform skilled plumbing tasks in construction and maintenance, lead a team of maintenance staff, and ensure compliance with building codes and KU standards.

Key duties include laying out, fabricating, installing and repairing piping systems, testing for leaks, and assisting with on-call emergencies. Eligible candidates must have a HS diploma/GED and journeyman experience, with backflow certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Three (3) years of journeyman level plumber experience required; substitution with an Associate degree or vocational certification allowed for one year of experience.
• Must be backflow certified or obtain certification within 6 months of probation.
• Must have a valid driver’s license at time of hire and maintain it.

Responsibilities

• 60%: Repair and maintain plumbing systems, lay out and install piping per blueprints. Ensure compliance with KU standards and codes.
• 25%: Install and maintain gas heating equipment and related fixtures; test for leaks and perform water quality checks.
• 10%: Assist with material orders, train less skilled staff, and keep sites clean. Support snow removal as needed.
• 5%: Other duties and on-call emergencies as assigned.

Skills

Journeyman plumber experience

Lead worker ability

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree or vocation certification substitution

Job description

The University of Kansas is seeking a Plumber Senior to perform skilled plumbing tasks in construction and maintenance, lead a team of maintenance staff, and ensure compliance with building codes and KU standards.

Key duties include laying out, fabricating, installing and repairing piping systems, testing for leaks, and assisting with on-call emergencies. Eligible candidates must have a HS diploma/GED and journeyman experience, with backflow certification.