Grand Rapids Community College

Journeyman Plumber

Grand Rapids, MI, USPosted 6 months ago

Job Description

The journeyman plumber performs or oversees all plumbing work accomplished in-house by the facilities department staff, and performs day-to-day maintenance, project work, special events, preventive and unscheduled maintenance as directed by the Associate Director Facilities Management. This position is responsible for the maintenance of all aspects of college systems up to and including drainage (storm and sanitary), water distribution systems (including irrigation), domestic systems, and science chemical drains. This position will review plans and drawings, validate requirements for daily work projects, assess and troubleshoot fixtures, appliances, systems, and infrastructure for repairs, maintenance, and improvements as needed.

Requisition ID

1061

Position Number

00001396

Employee Group

CEBA

Schedule

40 hours/52 weeks

Compensation

$29.50 per hour (Licensed Plumber)

Benefits

Full-time

Reports to

Associate Director of Facilities Management

Posting Opens

01/09/2026

Posting Closes

Open until filled

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Coordinate own and others' work between plumbing, electrical, general maintenance, HVAC, and carpentry departments, as well as administration and outside vendors.
  • Plan, organize and layout all components of plumbing work through the use of blueprints, schematics, schedules, or sketches.
  • Engage and interact with consultants, contractors, architects, etc. by providing assistance at all stages for the design and construction of college projects by determining/advising on requirements and standards for plumbing fixtures and systems.
  • Respond to routine and emergency calls for repairs and service.
  • Maintain all aspects of college systems up to and including drainage (storm and sanitary), water distribution systems (including irrigation), domestic systems, steam distribution, and science chemical drains.
  • Knowledge of water treatment and distribution systems inclu...

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