"Plumber I"

Job Details

Posting Number: 2026026

Posting/Functional Title: Plumber I

University Pay Plan Title: Plumber I

Location: San Marcos

Department: Facilities Operations

Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting

Job Type: Full-Time

Funding Source: Permanent

Monthly Salary: $3,554 - $3,900

Job Category: Non-Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

• Must be a Plumbing Apprentice or able to obtain a Plumber’s apprenticeship license within 120 days of hire
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and performing maintenance on plumbing fixtures and piping systems
• Experience performing maintenance on interior and exterior drain and supply piping.
• Experience working under hazardous conditions (e.g., with bio-waste, in confined spaces, and at heights)
• Skilled in effectively and efficiently using Plumbers’ equipment, tools, and consumables
• Knowledge of Plumbing codes, standards, and safety protocols
• Experience and proficiency using a PC with MS software, web browsers, e-mail, and a hand-held electronic device/tablet

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education
• Experience working with SAP, AssetWorks (Aim)

Job Description: The Plumber I is responsible for installation, maintenance, service and repairs of plumbing facilities.

Job Duties:

• Unstop clogged water closets, urinals, sinks, bathtubs, shower and floor drains, and sewer.
• Repair water, gas and sewer lines.
• Repair/replace laboratory faucets, traps and sinks.
• Repair/replace hose bibs.
• Complete work orders.
• Works various schedules and required to be on call.
• Required to carry a cell phone.
• Operate university vehicle.
• Complies with state and university policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants: This position requires driving University vehicles. Must be willing to be on call on a rotating basis with other shop personnel.

Job Open Date: 09/17/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices: Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system.