Plumber

Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska and certified as a Lincoln Family-Friendly workplace, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

We invest in our employees

• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• No-cost life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Parental leave.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition assistance for employees and dependents.
• Exclusive employee discounts.
• Professional development through training and education.
• And many more!!

As a Plumber, you will

• Periodically inspect, clean, and perform preventative maintenance of plumbing equipment and spaces to identify and repair and/or report any potential problems.
• Maintain and repair general plumbing equipment, components, and mechanical parts and systems to manufacturers’ specifications.
• Perform phases of general, aesthetic, and preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Assist trade-based or licensed technicians to complete daily tasks.
• Assist with maintenance and repair of complex hydronic and piping systems and equipment.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization in assigned work areas and compliance with regulations such as applicable codes, and university and departmental standards and guidelines.
• Complete work orders and operate an electronic timekeeping system daily.

What you bring to the position

• High school or equivalent experience.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Thinking and reasoning skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Familiar with tools and machinery.
• Able to lift 60 lbs.
• Able to work from a ladder.
• Valid driver’s license and meet the University driver eligibility requirements.

Additional qualifications that support success in this position (not required)

• Associate degree in a relevant building trade, participation or completion of a relevant apprenticeship program, and/or equivalent experience.
• 6+ months of experience replacing bearings and seals on centrifugal pumps.
• Hold a City of Lincoln Plumbing Journeyman License, Grade 6 Operator License.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

This position is part of a career ladder with multiple levels based on qualifications, with pay commensurate with each level. Responsibilities at higher levels may include:

• Performs increasingly complex plumbing, piping, and hydronic system work with greater independence.
• Maintains, repairs, and installs complex building systems and equipment.
• Uses building automation/control systems (EMCS) to monitor and manage operations.
• Applies advanced troubleshooting and life-safety decision-making to support system reliability.
• Provides leadership through training, mentoring, quality assurance, and support of departmental goals.

*This position is full-time and is classified as nonexempt. This position has a set schedule and includes on-call responsibilities.*

Apply Now

https://employment.unl.edu/postings/100870

Learn more about University Operations and other opportunities here

https://go.unl.edu/uocareers

*The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination*

*Criminal history background check, driving record review, and pre-placement physical are required.*

Pay: From $20.74 per hour

Work Location: In person