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Plumber

Pittsburg State University Career Site Minimal
Pittsburg, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 5/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/17/2026

Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for a Plumber. The primary function of the Plumber job is to perform highly skilled tasks in the plumbing and steam fitting trades.   

Duties and Responsibilities of Position -

45% Plan, install, repair and maintain copper, steel, cast iron, plastic, and clay piping systems in order to maintain hot and cold water supply systems, sewage, and drainage systems in operational condition and to control the movement or containment of fluids and gases.  Repair and install return pumps, sump pumps, circulating pumps, and safety valves.  Install and repair hot water tanks, water lines, plumbing fixtures, and specialized kitchen and laboratory equipment; open, repair, and/or replace clogged pipes, traps, sinks, and stools. 

30% Plan, fabricate, install and maintain extensions and modifications to steam distribution and steam condensate collection systems. 

10% Rebuild circulating pumps on the heating and cooling systems, condensate and boiler feed pumps (steam generating and heating equipment) by replacing defective bearings, seals, packing, shafts, and other pump parts. 

10% Plan and install plumbing and fixtures in renovation or construction projects by removing all items to be replaced. 

5% Perform duties related to backflow prevention.   Call Dig Safe for excavating projects; contact vendors to order material for projects.  Schedule work with other departments as well as outside engineers and architects.  Perform other tasks as necessary for smooth plant operations, such as, installing chain link fence, back stops, parking blocks, and traffic signs. 

Education and Experience - 

Required Education and Experience at Hire-

  • High school diploma or equivalent 

  • Six months experience as a plumber. 

Preferred Education and Experience at Hire- 

  • Two years' experience as a plumber. 

Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check and sex offender check.  This position requires a valid drivers license. 

Job Type:  University Support Staff

Appointment Duration:  12 months

Work Schedule:  Full Time – Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

Salary Range: grade 7, $18.87 per hour

Application Documents Required*: 

  • Resume 
  • Names and Contact Details for Three (3) Professional References 

*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload. 

Position is open until filled.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position

Search Committee Chair:  John Foster, jafoster@pittstate.edu

PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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