Licensed Plumber – Institutional Facilities & Systems

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The journeyman plumber performs or oversees all plumbing work accomplished in-house by the facilities department staff, and performs day-to-day maintenance, project work, special events, preventive and unscheduled maintenance as directed by the Associate Director Facilities Management. This position is responsible for the maintenance of all aspects of college systems up to and including drainage (storm and sanitary), water distribution systems (including irrigation), domestic systems, and science chemical drains.

This position will review plans and drawings, validate requirements for daily work projects, assess and troubleshoot fixtures, appliances, systems, and infrastructure for repairs, maintenance, and improvements as needed.

Requisition : 1061
Position Number:
Employee Group: CEBA
Schedule: 40 hours/52 weeks
Compensation: $31.16
Benefits: Full-time
Reports to: Associate Director of Facilities Management
Posting Opens: 9/15/2026
Posting Closes: Open until filled (Will review applicants after September 30th)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate own and others' work between plumbing, electrical, general maintenance, HVAC, and carpentry departments, as well as administration and outside vendors.
• Plan, organize and layout all components of plumbing work through the use of blueprints, schematics, schedules, or sketches.
• Engage and interact with consultants, contractors, architects, etc. by providing assistance at all stages for the design and construction of college projects by determining/advising on requirements and standards for plumbing fixtures and systems.
• Respond to routine and emergency calls for repairs and service.
• Maintain all aspects of college systems up to and including drainage (storm and sanitary), water distribution systems (including irrigation), domestic systems, steam distribution, and science chemical drains.
• Knowledge of water treatment and distribution systems including repair, inspections, and maintenance.
• Knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair plumbing fixtures and appliances including water filtration, purification and culinary appliances. Repair, replace and maintain commercial plumbing equipment, fixtures, and appliances.
• Maintain plumbing drainage, waste, and vent systems including cleaning of stoppages in drain piping systems.
• Knowledgeable, and able to perform booster pump inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Complete backflow inspections. Make repairs as needed. Send reports to the city.
• Knowledge and ability of steam distribution and repairs.
• Cut, bend, thread, and fit pipes with adjoining pipe assemblies.
• Complete all work orders assigned and provide appropriate documentation in relation to completion of work.
• Accomplish all work in accordance with MIOSHA/OSHA guidance, applicable City, County and State building codes and regulations.
• Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Educational Credentials

• High school degree or GED diploma required
• MI Master Plumber with city of Grand Rapids contractor’s license preferred
• MI Journeyman Plumber with city of Grand Rapids contractor’s license required

Work Experience

• Journeyman plumber with two (2) years experience preferred
• Commitment to earning a Master license within one (1) year…