"Plumber"

Job Details

Plumber
Job ID: 296135
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.
With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.
Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information
Mechanical Maintenance

Job Summary
Inspect, repair, install and maintain plumbing related fixtures and equipment on campus. Perform skilled plumbing work to maintain effective operation and proper functionality. Supervise, train, and oversee plumbing repairs of all general maintenance workers to take action on preventative work ensuring compliance standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for installation, repair, and replacement of all plumbing fixtures and equipment (i.e., lavatories, toilets, sinks, showers, tub, disposals, drinking fountains)
• Repair or replace supporting water mains, pipes, and valve for entire system in accordance with Standard Plumbing Codes
• Repair pumps or other supporting equipment in fire equipment in fire equipment rooms and kitchens
• Submit daily report of materials used and time spent on plumbing projects
• Assist and oversee work requirements of Plumbing Contractors working within Department of University Housing buildings in maintenance and repair of plumbing systems and service entrances
• Respond to emergency plumbing related calls and utility failures
• Assist as needed with overhauling and servicing refrigeration, air conditioning, and heating systems
• Locate underground utilities both electronically and manually
• Maintain inventory as to eliminate down time in production
• Select materials and equipment at competitive prices
• Prepare daily log sheets accounting for full work schedule (all tasks accomplished by employee for that specific day)
• Penmanship and accuracy are important aspects of this function
• Train all Department of University Housing general maintenance workers relating to plumbing requirements and knowledge needed with their scope of repairs and preventative maintenance
• Maintain, repair, and clean tools, equipment and work areas
• Keep assigned service vehicle clean and organized

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Two (2) or more years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• General mechanical maintenance background

• Three (3) or more years of commercial plumbing experience

Proposed Salary
$19.15 - $23.97 per hour
This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
• Ability to operate pipe cutting, reaming, and threading machines
• Ability to use safely hand, precision, and power tools
• Ability to operate heavy equipment
• Ability to read and comprehend construction plans, specifications and standards, and technical literature
• Ability to install, maintain, inspect, and repair standard plumbing equipment
• Ability to operate equipment standard to trade including high-pressure drain cleaning machines, rigid cable machines

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Stay current on latest plumbing technology

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date
June 8, 2026
Application review may begin as early as March 23, 2026.