"Plumber"

Posting Details

Working Title: Plumber

Position Number: 00094A

Department: FAC MNGT MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL

Location: Norfolk, VA

Type of Position: Classified

Type of Job: Full Time

EEO Category: G Skilled Craft Workers

Job Description

Perform maintenance and repair work in a University setting on light commercial and residential plumbing systems and their associated equipment. e. restroom fixtures, toilets, urinals, sinks, roof drains and plumbing piping. Maintain the campus irrigation systems, swimming pools and Jacuzzi and their associated equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Considerable knowledge in plumbing repair and maintenance at a journeymen level. Considerable knowledge of plumbing practices, materials, and tools; plumbing related fixtures and appliances. Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions; construction blueprints and specifications; backflow prevention devices. Some knowledge of swimming pool operation and maintenance. Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting plumbing systems; ability to perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

Special Licenses, Registration or Certification

Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record. Must possess a current Journeyman plumbing license. Must possess and maintain DPOR back flow protection device tester’s license for Virginia.

Education or Training

None

Level and Type of Experience

Basic work experience at a journeyman level in the plumbing field installing and repairing plumbing equipment such as sewage lines, toilets, urinals, faucets, sinks etc. Some experience working with light commercial, industrial plumbing systems.

Additional Considerations

Master plumbing license. Some experience working as a journeyman level plumber in a higher education environment. Demonstrated ability to install, test and repair backflow prevention devices.

Conditions of Employment

Facilities Management employees are considered essential personnel and subject to working during university closings. The holder of this position is also subject serving on a schedule to be called back to work during non-work hours. In such an event, this position is required to respond to after-hours calls and will carry an ODU cell phone on a rotational basis. While serving as the after-hours call-back person, the individual must remain available by telephone, text, or pager while off site and respond to any message within fifteen (15) minutes. This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Job Open To: General Public

Open Date: 09/29/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions Summary: Please attach resume.

Criminal Background Check: The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

College Home Page: https://www.odu.edu/

Department Home Page: https://www.odu.edu/facilities