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Plumber

University of Vermont and Careers
Burlington, VT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026
Position Details

Advertising/Posting Title
Plumber

Posting Summary
Perform a wide variety of skilled plumbing functions to include the repair, installation, and preventative maintenance of plumbing equipment and systems. Access information utilizing computers. Promote a workplace that encourages safety within the Shop and field. Operate a university vehicle to transport materials, tools, and equipment. May be required to use an aerial lift. Report to a Supervisor and actively engage in learning and practicing principles of social justice and inclusion, environmental sustainability and delivering great customer service.

Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
High school diploma, Vermont Journey Plumbing license and one year experience with license in construction plumbing/heating system installation and maintenance plumbing required. Backflow Prevention Device Inspector Certification or ability to obtain within one year required. Vermont Natural Gas Installer Certification or ability to obtain within six months required. Experience using computers and mobile technology required. Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain and driver’s check required. Specific physical requirements may apply based on job functions. Must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing specific job functions. Initial employment contingent upon successful completion of background check and physical screening.

Desirable Qualifications

Anticipated Pay Range
$25 to $35/hour

Other Information
This position may be hired at either the Journey or Master Plumber level depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate

Special Conditions
Bargaining Unit Position - United Electrical Workers, A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, 40 hour work week, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Union Position
Yes, UE ($18.50 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Job Location
Burlington, Vermont, United States

Job Open Date
07/08/2022

Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

Open Until Filled
No

Our Common Ground Statement

The University of Vermont is a welcoming, educationally purposeful community committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces intellectual diversity and global perspectives. We seek to prepare students to be accountable leaders who will bring to their work a grasp of complexity, effective problem-solving and communication skills, and an enduring commitment to learning and ethical conduct. Members of the University of Vermont community embrace and advance the values of Our Common Ground: Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Openness, Justice, and Responsibility. Staff play a critical role in this effort and the successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to UVM’s mission and advancing Our Common Ground values through the execution of their job duties.

Position Information

Position Title
Utilities Tradesperson Journey

Posting Number
S3732PO

Department
Physical Plant Dept/11700

Position Number
00020786

Percent of Full-Time
1.0

Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE

Term (months per year)
12

Salary : $25 - $35

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