What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumber position at New Mexico State University?
- 503502
- Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
- Staff
- Staff Full-time
- Closing at: Jun 17 2026 - 23:55 MDT
Department Contact: Neil Bohn, (575) 646-8026, nbohn@nmsu.edu
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Advertising Summary: Join our team! We're hiring a Plumber to install, maintain, and repair water, gas, drainage, and steam systems. Requires NM Journeyman Plumbing or Gas Fitter License, or ability to obtain within one year from date of hire.
Position Details
Position Title: Plumber
College/Division: Facilities and Services
Department: 500770-FS MECHANICAL
Location: Las Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: 19.28
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule:
Job Duties and Responsibilities: Under general supervision, responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repairs of plumbing systems and fixtures. Requires the ability to understand and work from blueprints and specifications. Knowledgeable of uniform plumbing codes. Frequently reports to a Maintenance Supervisor.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
High School diploma 3 years of relevant experience or an Associate's Degree 1 year of relevant experience.
Equivalent Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Special Certification/Licensure:
Requires a NM Journeyman Plumbing License or NM Journeyman Gas Fitter License or able to obtain a New Mexico license within a year from date of hire.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment: Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity.
Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.
Risk: Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.