Plumber Assistant

Plumber Assistant

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).

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This position will assist with performing basic operation, maintenance, repair and installation of plumbing pipe systems and fixtures, work on domestic, sewage and heating/cooling pipes, equipment and systems, and other GI, cast iron and PVC plumbing related components. Duties and Tasks:
Assist in maintaining plumbing systems, correct problems, and perform new pipe and fixture installations in compliance with applicable codes. Assist in providing the most economical and safest plumbing service to campus. Complete work orders with priorities approved by immediate supervisor in close coordination campus senior plumber. Be available to assist with emergency work on weekends and holidays, if required. Assist with performing basic maintenance work, troubleshoot and repair of all plumbing systems in close coordination with campus senior plumber.

Support emergency operations.

Special Assignments
- May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications - KSAs:
Ability to work with little or no supervision and make sound decisions independently. Basic to intermediate knowledge of all aspects of heating and plumbing operations. Basic to intermediate skill in the use of plumbing tools including hand tools, pipe threading machines, heating and soldering torches, drills, roto-hammers, and sewer rodding machines and other related tools/equipment. Knowledge of Word, Outlook, Microsoft Office Suites, and maintenance work order system.

Ability to communicate proficiently in English language. Knowledge of basic math to perform day-to-day tasks. Ability to lift 25 lbs on a regular basis. Ability to function in close quarters, or cramped environment. Ability to read technical documents and drawings. Ability to follow safety guidelines at all times. Ability to be detail oriented. Possession of excellent mechanical, critical thinking and communication skills.

Ability to show physical endurance, while performing lifting tasks. Minimum

Work Experience:

Unrestricted valid Virginia driver's license in good standing. Experience and/or training in preventive maintenance.

Participation in Plumbing Trades Program. Successfully completed plumbing apprenticeship program.

Operation of a State Vehicle
- Yes

Supervises Employees
- No

Required Travel - N/A

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number -

Recruitment Type
- General Public - G

Number of Vacancies - 1

Job Open Date - 08/20/2026

Job Close Date - 09/06/2026

Open Until Filled

Agency Website -(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu