Trades Generalist (Plumber)

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate in Syracuse is seeking a Trades Generalist (Plumber) to perform journeyman plumbing/steam fitting work, install and repair kitchen and patient care equipment, medical gas systems, and piping.

Candidates should have four years of full-time plumbing experience or equivalent, and be able to read plans, interpret drawings, and work from specifications; a valid NYS driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Four years of full-time plumbing experience or equivalent training.
• Two years of maintenance or mechanical work in related trades preferred.
• Must have a valid NYS driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Performs journeyman plumbing/steam fitting work and supervises others in installation, alteration and repair of plumbing and related systems per codes.
• Performs semi-skilled welding on metals using electric arc and gas welding equipment to repair parts and assemblies.
• Maintains knowledge of plumbing, welding and HVAC practices and reads plans/drawings/specifications.

Job description

Trades Generalist (Plumber)

• Syracuse

• Trades, Warehouse, General Labor and Cleaning

• Full-time

• Opening on: Feb 2 2026

• Various Departments
• State of New York
• Trades Generalist, SG12
• plumber26
• CSEA - OSU (Operational Services Unit)

Job Summary:

Performs journeyman plumbing/steam fitting work and frequently supervises others in the installation, alteration and repair of kitchen and patient care equipment, medical gas systems, pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, heating control, domestic water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes. Performs semi-skilled welding works on a variety of metals including steel, iron, brass and aluminum using electric arc and gas welding equipment to maintain and repair metal equipment parts and assemblies. Performs semi-skilled HVAC work such as steam and hydronic systems chilled water systems and unit heaters. Must demonstrate working knowledge of theory practice, techniques, applicable standards and tools, materials and equipment used in the primary and assigned trades. Patients, guests, visitors, and all other customers within University Hospital and associated buildings use these systems. Must have working knowledge of applicable plumbing code regulations, mathematics of plumbing, welding and HVAC trades, ability to read, interpret and work from plans, drawings and specifications; working knowledge of hot water and steam heating systems and control devices; ability to perform moderately heavy lifting, stoop, bend, stretch and stand for long periods of time. Position may require the use of a respirator to comply with State & Federal Safety Health Codes. Reassignment offers are contingent upon satisfactory evaluation from the Employee Health Office. Must possess and maintain a valid NYS driver's license.

Minimum Qualifications:

Four years of full-time experience in the plumbing trade under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in skilled trades at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years of experience in maintenance or mechanical work in related trades of Carpentry and Electrical under the supervision of a skilled tradesman or completion of an appropriate two year technical school course.

Work Days:

Monday- Friday, 7:00 AM- 3:30 PM, possible call in on nights & weekends

Message to Applicants:

Position Status: Varies

Salary: $59,425

Schedule based on a 40 hour work week.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources