Plumber

Wilkes University • Wilkes-Barre, PA

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About The Position

Wilkes University is hiring a Plumber in its Campus Support Services office. The position involves working independently and collaboratively to perform major and minor plumbing repairs throughout campus, and installing, modifying, maintaining, repairing, and replacing plumbing systems and equipment. The role also performs routine and preventive maintenance, responds to plumbing-related requests, and plans and organizes work to ensure projects and tasks are completed as scheduled. The Lead Plumber manages the on-call schedule and delegates calls to other staff as needed.

Applicants should have a working knowledge of plumbing tools, equipment, materials, systems, methods, and proper storage and use of plumbing supplies and related materials, including associated hazards and safety precautions. The role offers a competitive starting hourly rate and a benefits package that includes paid time off and tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents.

Requirements

• At least three years of plumbing experience.
• A Journeyman plumbing license.
• A valid driver's license and driving record.
• A high school diploma or GED, a certificate and completion of a vocational or trade school program, or a combination of experience and training that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for successful performance.
• Working knowledge of plumbing tools, equipment, materials, systems, methods, and practices for the proper storage and use of plumbing supplies and related materials, including associated hazards and safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Perform major and minor plumbing repairs throughout campus, working independently and with colleagues.
• Install, modify, maintain, repair, and replace plumbing systems and equipment.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance, including operating, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, adjusting, and tightening plumbing systems and equipment.
• Respond to and prioritize requests related to plumbing repairs, maintenance, modifications, and installations.
• Plan and organize routine and non-routine work to ensure projects and tasks are completed as scheduled.
• Manage the on-call schedule and delegate calls to other staff members as necessary.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Employee, spouse, and dependent tuition benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED