Plumber

Open Date: 06/23/2026

Requisition Number: PRN
45440B

Job Title: Plumbers

Working Title: Plumber 2-3

Career Progression Track: S00

Track Level: S3 - Skilled, S2 - Intermediate

FLSA Code: Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week: 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift: Day

Work Schedule

Summary:

Standard Monday – Friday schedule 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. Also after hours emergency responses as needed.

VP Area: President

Department: 01751 - ACADEMIC DISTRICT

Location: Campus

City: Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment: External Posting

Pay Rate Range: $20.00 – $35.00/h DOE

Close Date: 09/23/2026

Performs a full range of plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair work across University facilities to ensure safe, efficient, and code‑compliant operations. Responsibilities include assembling, installing, and repairing pipe systems, tubing, and fittings using soldering, brazing, welding, and mechanical connections. Installs and services plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, showers, water heaters, and related components. Tests systems by filling with air or water and monitors pressure gauges to detect leaks and deficiencies;

diagnoses and resolves issues such as clogs, leaks, and malfunctions; and performs drain cleaning and system restoration.

Reviews blueprints, building codes, and technical specifications to determine appropriate work methods and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and University standards. Estimates labor, time, and material requirements for projects and requisitions for necessary supplies and equipment.

Ensures all work is performed in accordance with established safety procedures and maintains a safe and organized work environment.

Placement within the Plumber II–III levels, and corresponding compensation, is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

• Plumber II: Works under general supervision. Independently performs a broad range of maintenance and repair tasks. Diagnoses and resolves moderately complex plumbing issues. Demonstrates solid working knowledge of plumbing systems. May provide guidance, training, to less experienced staff.
• Plumber III: Works under minimal supervision. Performs advanced troubleshooting, installation, and repair work. Resolves complex plumbing issues and system failures. Demonstrates comprehensive technical expertise. Provides leadership, coaching, and mentoring; may coordinate work of others.

• 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, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.
• Plumber, III: Requires 3+ years of related experience.

• Licensed Journeyman Plumber

• The position may require successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
• Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post‑retirement rules and restrictions.

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