Plumber

Requisition Number:

S3138

Position Number:

013653

Position Classification Title:

Facility Maint Mech Tradesman

Functional Title:

Plumber

Position Type:

Staff

University Information:

Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose Of The Organizational Unit:

Facilities Operations has the responsibility of providing a wide range of services to the entire UNCG campus. Services include all aspects of corrective and preventive maintenance, operations, grounds maintenance, housekeeping, utility infrastructure maintenance and operations, business operations, safety, regulatory compliance, project management, and renovations. These duties are conducted for a campus consisting of over 100 buildings totaling 6 million gross square feet on over 275 acres.

Position Summary:

The primary purpose of this position is the maintenance and repair of campus plumbing systems, from the city water supply to the sewage systems. Included in this is the installation and repair of the plumbing fixtures and planned and preventative maintenance on existing water and sewage disposal systems. This position reports to the Plumbing Shop supervisor and is responsible for the maintenance of domestic water, heating equipment, and other routine maintenance as assigned by supervision.

This position is a mandatory position as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy.

Minimum Qualifications:

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY; OR DEMONSTRATED POSSESSION OF THE COMPETENCIES NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE WORK. SOME POSITIONS MAY REQUIRE SPECIAL LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION. OPTIONAL GUIDELINES: EXPERIENCE IN THE TRADE AREA RELATED TO THE AREA OF ASSIGNMENT MAY BE SUBSTITUTED ON A YEAR-FOR-YEAR BASIS.

Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, And Certificates:

Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum 5 years of progressive plumbing experience in an institutional or commercial environment.
• A plumbing license, and a back-flow certification for testing and repairing.
  
  

Alternate Option:

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Special Instructions To Applicants:

Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:

• Name,
• Company Name,
• Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
• Email Address
• Contact Phone Number
  
  

Recruitment Range:

$47,263 - $52,514

Org #-Department:

Utility Operations - 56406

Work Hours Of Position:

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, M-F

Number Of Months Per Year:

12

Job Family:

Operations and Skilled Trades

Career Banded Title:

Facility Maint Mech Tradesman

Open Date:

06/15/2026

Close Date:

07/15/2026

FTE :

1.000

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Key Responsibility:

Safety

Essential Tasks:

• All work to be performed in a safe manner.
• Observe all OSHA regulations.
• Follow all University rules and regulations as outlined in the Safety Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Report all accidents to supervisor immediately.
• Consult the MSDS book if in question.
• Attend 16 hours of training required each year.
• Support the safety goals each year.
  
  

Key Responsibility:

Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

Essential Tasks:

• Performs scheduled PM tasks on various equipment and systems.
• Continually evaluates PM tasks and passes recommendations to PM Coordinator.
• Periodically surveys buildings to identify equipment not on PM program.
• Initiates corrective work orders for major repairs discovered during PMs.
• Accomplishes corrective work orders in response to trouble calls.
  
  

Key Responsibility:

Plumbing

Essential Tasks:

• Install and repair domestic cold and hot water piping.
• Install and repair sewer systems.
• Install and repair water heaters and circulation pumps.
• Install and repair plumbing fixtures and water fountains.
• Test and Repair Back Flow Devices.
  
  

Key Responsibility:

Construction – In House

Essential Tasks:

• Plumbing work in support of in-house renovation/construction projects.
• Submit labor and material reports to supervisor daily.
• Ensure sufficient materials are on hand for completion of project.
• Ensure assigned vehicle is available for servicing and ready for use.
• Perform other tasks as may be safely and legally assigned by supervisor.
  
  

Key Responsibility:

Administrative

Essential Tasks:

• Maintains accurate labor and material records on all work.
• Submits labor and material reports to TMA work order log daily.
• Ensures sufficient quantities of frequently used materials are in warehouse.
• Ensures assigned vehicle is kept clean and available for service when required.
• Other Duties as assigned.
  
  

Competency:

Knowledge - Technical

Competency Description:

• Ability to perform a variety of recurring and non-recurring tasks/functions. These tasks/functions may involve related or varying processes to test, renovate, overhaul, replace, and perform preventive maintenance on standard mechanical systems.
• Ability to provide technical assistance to others by troubleshooting standard facilities maintenance issues and determining their cause.
• Ability to mentor other technicians.
  
  

Competency Level:

Journey

Competency:

Problem Solving

Competency Description:

• Ability to identify facilities-related maintenance problems that require in-depth analysis, and identify options for solving those problems.
• Ability to solve unusual facility maintenance problems that require the application of journey level trades knowledge and determines the most effective and efficient course of action.
• Ability to gather and analyze/interpret information to better understand the nature of the problem.
• May seek input from subordinates, peers, and/or managers in the decision-making process in order to solve the problem.
• Ability to evaluate options and choose appropriate action by considering potential outcomes.
• Ability to make sure that problem is appropriately addressed.
  
  

Competency:

Attention to Detail

Competency Description:

• Ability to ensure all work meets and/or exceeds applicable codes and standards.
• Ability to check and re-check work prior to, during, and after completion.
• Ability to ensure that all parts of a project/task are completed.
• Ability to use appropriate record keeping methods.
  
  

Competency:

Communication

Competency Description:

• Ability to clarify the purpose and importance of directives, instructions, and messages; ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to seek input, listen, and check for mutual understanding; ability to ask for and provide clarification as needed.
• Ability to explain purpose and procedures of facilities maintenance projects in language easily understood by the customer.
  
  

Competency:

Safety and Health Compliance

Competency Description:

• Ability to identify and resolve potential safety problems and unsafe work practices.
• Ability to demonstrate to employees and others, safe ways to perform job tasks or the use of equipment.
• Ability to inform supervisor of unusual safety concerns and make recommendations for resolution.
• Ability to determine appropriate protective equipment based on established standards.
• Ability to regularly assess site and shop operations for safety.
  
  

Competency:

Client/Customer Service

Competency Description:

• Ability to identify options, develop solutions, and take action when responding to customer requests.
• Ability to satisfy individual customer requests while balancing multiple priorities.
• Ability to assess or check with customer to ensure solution meets request.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with internal/external customers (vendors, subcontractors, etc.) that further the work unit’s goals.
• Ability to review customer requests and seek clarification as needed.
  
  

Competency:

Coordination - Work

Competency Description:

• Ability to determine project/assignment by breaking them down into tasks.
• Ability to set objectives and prioritize activities and tasks; ability to adjust priorities when appropriate.
• Ability to take advantage of available resources (personnel, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently.
• Ability to anticipate obstacles/roadblocks and prepare alternative plans to ensure timely task accomplishment.
• Ability to use time effectively and not let distractions interfere with completion of the job/project.
  
  

Physical Effort:

Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Hand Movement-Grasping - F, Holding - F, Finger Dexterity - F, Vision-Skilled Trades - F, Reading - F, Writing - F, Eye-hand coordination - F, Vision-Visual inspection - F, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - F, Lifting-30-60 lbs. - F, Pushing/Pulling - F, Climbing-Stairs - F, Climbing-Ladders - F, Bending - F, Squatting - F, Crawling - F, Reaching - F

Work Environment:

Driving - Car/Truck - F, Driving - Standar/Automatic - F, Driving - Mower/Forklift - O, Equipment/Machines - Heights - O, Equipment/Machines - Roofs - O, Equipment/Machines - Ladders - F, Equipment/Machines - Scaffolds - O, Night/Dark - O, Extreme noise levels - O, Extreme temperatures - O, Inside - F, Outside - F, Exposure to potential Hazardous Conditions - O, Gas Leaks - O, Acidic Harsh or Oily Substances - O, Electrical Hazards - O, Overtime - O