Plumber-Master In Charge

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Winona, MN

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Plumber-Master In Charge performs skilled plumbing installation, extension, replacement, alteration, repair, and preventive maintenance for Winona State University facilities. The position ensures a safe and adequate supply of fresh water and timely disposal of wastewater, while keeping plumbing systems in good working order and complying with applicable state and local plumbing codes and other regulations. The position serves as the university’s Master in Charge for all plumbing work. The role estimates materials, installs piping and equipment, maintains records, coordinates inspections with local plumbing authorities, and reviews construction plans and contractor work. It also provides recommendations on plumbing matters during project planning, assists other trades with repairs, remodeling, and new construction, and responds to emergency calls while on shift. The employee must also be willing to come in off shift for emergency repairs to prevent interruptions to plumbing services. Regular preventive maintenance includes domestic hot- and cold-water systems, water softeners, hot-water distribution systems, heaters, pumps, and backflow preventers, including annual backflow testing. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and is not eligible for telework. The appointment is probationary and full-time, with a desired start date of January 4, 2027.

Requirements

Current State of Minnesota Master Plumber License.
Backflow tester and installation certification.
Master high-pressure steam fitter license.
Valid Class D driver's license sufficient to drive the university equipment van daily on city streets.
Successfully pass a criminal background check.
Ability to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the employment start date; H-1B sponsorship is not available.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach above shoulder level, crouch, and push or pull up to 125 pounds regularly and occasionally more.
Ability to climb ladders, twist, and squat occasionally.
Ability to frequently lift up to 80 pounds and occasionally lift up to 105 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Technical and practical knowledge of construction trades and water and sewer systems.
City Gas License.
Knowledge of plumbing and OSHA codes.
Ability to read blueprints and work from sketches and drawings.
Ability to be on call and work overtime in an emergency.
Ability to make sketches and prepare specifications.
Good interpersonal skills for communicating with campus customers and contractors.
Ability to lay out and install additions to water and sewer systems and maintain existing systems in good serviceable order.
Ability to follow safety rules and regulations and take necessary precautions to prevent injury.

Responsibilities

Install, service, replace, and repair campus plumbing to maintain an adequate supply of fresh water and proper wastewater disposal.
Estimate materials required for plumbing work.
Install piping and equipment neatly, safely, and with minimal inconvenience to students and faculty.
Ensure installations comply with city, state, and federal regulations, and make repairs that maintain equipment and fixtures in their original condition.
Prioritize repairs required to meet health needs and regulations.
Maintain records of plumbing work on campus.
Coordinate with the local plumbing inspector to arrange inspections and maintain compliance with local and state plumbing codes.
Review construction plans and documents and recommend plumbing-related considerations to the immediate supervisor during project planning.
Respond to emergency calls while on shift and be willing to come in off shift for emergency repairs as needed.
Perform seasonal and regular preventive maintenance on domestic hot- and cold-water systems, water softeners, hot-water distribution systems, heaters, pumps, and backflow preventers.
Maintain water softeners and circulating pumps as needed and conduct annual tests of all backflow preventers.
Assist other trades with general repairs, remodeling, and new construction as needed.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a rollover option.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
12 paid holidays.
Vacation and sick time.
Six weeks of paid parental leave.
Pension Plan.
457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts and various investment options.
Professional development.
Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents.