Plumber, East Campus Housing

Salary: $45.00 Hourly
Location : CSUMB Main Campus
- Seaside, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Commercial Services
Opening Date: 05/07/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description
Plumber

East Campus Housing

Priority Screening Date: All positions are open until filled.
About the Corporation
The University Corporation at Monterey Bay ("Corporation"): The Corporation is constantly looking for motivated employees with strong organization and teamwork skills to join our team. The Corporation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) public benefits corporation and a recognized auxiliary organization of California State University, established in July 1994. The University Corporation's mission is to further the educational purposes of the University.

The University: California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university located on California's Central Coast, granting undergraduate and graduate degrees. CSUMB serves over 7,000 students and is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. The campus emphasizes experiential learning, service learning, sustainability, and multicultural perspectives.

The Community: Monterey County offers a moderate Mediterranean climate and exceptional quality of life. The region features beautiful beaches, mountain ranges, redwood groves, and scenic valleys. World-renowned attractions include Big Sur, Laguna Seca Raceway, 17-Mile Drive, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, the Steinbeck Center, the Monterey Jazz Festival, and Pebble Beach.
Salary
Salary Grade: Staff Grade 5

Anticipated Hiring Range: $40 hourly
The University Corporation provides a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Voluntary 403(b) savings plan
• Generous vacation and sick leave accruals
• Paid holidays
• Access to campus dining plans
• Eligibility for affordable campus housing (if applicable)

Employees are encouraged to review additional benefit information below for full details.

Examples of Duties

Department Summary
East Campus Housing supports three residential communities serving CSU Monterey Bay students and families. The department is responsible for maintaining safe, functional, and well-maintained living environments that support student success and community wellbeing.
Position Summary
The Journeyman Plumber is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems across East Campus Housing communities. This role ensures plumbing systems operate safely and efficiently, responds to service requests and emergencies, and supports overall property maintenance operations in occupied residential settings.
Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair plumbing issues in residential units and common areas
• Install and maintain pipes, fixtures, valves, water heaters, and related plumbing components
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to minimize service disruptions
• Test plumbing systems, including backflow prevention devices
• Monitor water pressure, drainage systems, and sewer operations
• Respond to maintenance requests and plumbing emergencies, including after-hours calls
• Oversee staff performing drain clearing and fixture replacements during unit turns
• Communicate repair timelines with property management and residents
• Ensure all work complies with applicable plumbing codes and safety standards
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed and materials used

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of residential plumbing experience
• Thorough knowledge of current applicable state and federal health and safety orders and regulations (including California State Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety and the California State Plumbing codes).
• Thorough knowledge of the methods and materials used in the plumbing trade and thorough knowledge of the proper use and care of the tools and equipment used in that work.
• Experience with the most current equipment and methods recommended for proper and expeditious work practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• C-36 Plumbing Contractor License
• Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification is preferred
• Experience working in apartment communities, HOAs, or property management environments
• Experience supervising or leading maintenance staff
• Experience responding to after-hours emergency plumbing situations
• Knowledge of California Plumbing Code and local municipal amendments
• Strong customer service experience in occupied residential settings

Special Conditions of Employment

Special Conditions of Employment

• On-site position located at the East Campus of CSU Monterey Bay in Marina, CA
• Participation in an on-call rotation and response to after-hours emergencies may be required
• May require occasional evenings and/or weekend work
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