Journeyman Plumber

Position Summary

Performs skilled plumbing work in the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of plumbing systems and related fixtures in accordance with applicable codes, safety standards, and industry best practices. This involves diagnosing issues, interpreting blueprints, selecting appropriate materials, and ensuring proper functioning of water supply and waste disposal. The role may coordinate with contractors or other trades and is responsible for high‑quality workmanship, customer service, and compliance with local and state plumbing regulations.

• Repairs, replaces, maintains, and installs the following:
  • Fixtures, faucets, and fixture fittings
  • Water supply and distribution lines
  • Sanitary drainage
  • Indirect/special waste
  • Traps, interceptors, and separators
  • Storm drainage systems
  • Special piping and storage systems
  • Potable/non‑potable water systems
  • Subsurface gray water
• Maintains and repairs swimming, rehabilitation, and hydrotherapy pool systems.
• Plans work and obtains necessary materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Operates all required tools and equipment, including power equipment and hand tools.
• Conducts preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoots, develops, and implements solutions.
• Conducts miss‑dig utility location services.
• Works effectively with other skilled trades.
• Keeps necessary records as required and requests supplies and equipment as needed.
• Performs other duties related to the job classification as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Possession of a State of Michigan Journeyman Plumbing License.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to become an approved driver under the university’s vehicle policy.
• Ability to obtain ASSE Backflow Prevention Certification within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to provide a high level of service excellence to campus customers.
• Ability to work from blueprints, drawings, and sketches.
• Ability to effectively use technology to access e‑mail and the internet.
• Demonstrated ability to follow and/or interpret oral or written directions.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be on‑call.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Ability to safely use a ladder.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to safely use power equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to work outdoors in all seasons.
• Ability to work an 8‑hour shift, overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays.

CMU is a Equal Opportunity Employer and institution. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex‑based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status or weight.