Facilities Maintenance Worker specializing in Plumbing
Listed on 2026-08-31
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Building Maintenance, Plumber, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, General Labor
The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University thatis seeking a Facilities Maintenance Worker specializing in Plumbing . The University of Dubuque offers a competitive wageand an excellent benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and a retirement match.
Benefits:- tuition remission
- paid holidays
- vacation and sick time
- retirement match
The Facilities Maintenance Worker will be responsible for performing general maintenance and repair duties across campusbuildings and facilities, with a specialization in plumbing. Theideal candidate will be a dependable, self-motivated individual whotakes pride in their work and values teamwork in a mission-driven environment.
Primary Responsibilities:- Perform building piping work, including industrial and domesticwater, sewer and other drain lines, air, gas, vacuum, and steamlines
- Install, maintain, and repair fixtures such as faucets,toilets, steam traps, drains, water fountains, water heaters, and similar devices
- Maintain, repair, and install building plumbing systems,components, fixtures, and equipment according to established maintenance schedules; clean obstructions from waste and sewagelines
- Perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, remodels, & newconstruction
- Perform preventative maintenance on equipment &buildings
- Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner
- Perform routine maintenance tasks including plumbing,electrical, HVAC, carpentry and painting
- Perform snow removal related activities when necessary
- Assist with event setup and campus preparation
- Conduct inspections to identify and resolve issuesproactively
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with safety regulations
- Repair and/or replace concrete, plaster walls, paint walls,ceilings, fixtures, etc.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University'sMission
- Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions
- Occasional heavy lifting up to 100 lbs. is required
- Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time, bend,stoop, and kneel
- Ability to climb a 12' ladder, work on scaffolding &operate an aerial lift
- Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, and interpersonal
- Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
- Licensed journeyman preferred or 5 years or more experience injourneyman-level plumbing
- Willingness to get backflow licensing next time training is inthe area
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Respond to calls for emergency services including snow removalon nights and weekends
- Ability to pass a background check
Compensation will be determined based on factors including market conditions, organizational considerations, and the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.
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