Plumber Apprentice-Level I-III

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THIS IS AN APPRENTICE POSITION – Level I, II, or III.

Assembles pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, soldering, brazing and welding equipment. Fills pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observes pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks. Caulks leaks and opens clogged drains. Installs sinks, showers, toilets, water heaters and related plumbing fixtures. Reviews blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures.

Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Estimates time and material costs on plumbing projects. Requisition s new plumbing supplies and equipment. Performs work under direct supervision. Handles basic issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Requires little to no related experience.

Job Code: S28281. Grade: S15. This is an Entry‑Level position in the Support track.

Assembles pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, soldering, brazing and welding equipment. Fills pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observes pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks. Caulks leaks and opens clogged drains. Installs sinks, showers, toilets, water heaters and related plumbing fixtures. Reviews blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures.

Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Estimates time and material costs on plumbing projects. Requisition s new plumbing supplies and equipment. Holds a plumber's license, performs work under general supervision, handles moderately complex issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter. May provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group.

Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Job Code: S28282. Grade: S18. This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track.

Assembles pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, soldering, brazing and welding equipment. Fills pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observes pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks. Caulks leaks and opens clogged drains. Installs sinks, showers, toilets, water heaters and related plumbing fixtures. Reviews blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures.

Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Estimates time and material costs on plumbing projects. Requisition s new plumbing supplies and equipment. Holds a plumber's license, performs work under minimal supervision, handles complex issues and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter. Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group.

Requires 3+ years of related experience.

Job Code: S28283. Grade: S18. This is a Skilled Level position in the Support track.

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

• Plumber, I – Requires little to no related experience.
• Plumber, II – Requires at least 1 year of related experience.
• Plumber, III – Requires 3+ years of related experience.

Licensed or having the ability to license as an apprentice plumber in the State of Utah and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills (or equivalency of one year of education for two years of related work experience). Continued compliance with the qualified apprentice program is required, including classroom participation and on‑job training as required by the program. A valid Utah driver’s license may be required depending on assignment.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Requisition Number: PRN
43662B

Full Time:
Yes (Full Time). Part Time:
No

Work Schedule

Summary:

Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm, some on‑call responsibilities.

Department: 01744 – Workplace Services.

Location:

Campus.

Pay Rate Range: $19.03 – $29.93.

Close Date: 1/25/2026.

Open Until Filled.