Plumber

Department:

Facilities Management

We need dedicated team members to join us to keep the construction, operations, maintenance and infrastructure of the UMBC campus running smoothly so our students, faculty and staff can continue our mission of striving for excellence.
Our staff maintains 70 university buildings on 512 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds.

Join our team of dedicated skills trades staff members!

Position Overview:

Under general supervision, performs plumbing work at the journey level.  Installs, repairs and maintains water, gas, sewer, storm and drain systems, and related equipment and pipelines.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers reliable hours in a stable work environment. 

Facilities Management provides free uniforms and shoes for skilled trades positions. Tools are provided for use on the job as well as a UMBC owned vehicle to travel to worksites on campus. UMBC also assists with keeping trades licenses current and obtaining needed training.

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $25.96/hr and has 14 days of vacation as well as winter break, spring break, and personal days for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available. 

We offer a generous benefits package including pension plan, health insurance, on-site day care center and much more. See more details about our benefits below.

UMBC has been recognized 16 years in a row as a Great College to Work for.

Responsibilities:

• Installs, diagnose problems, repairs and maintains pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, gas, sewer and drainage systems according to blueprints, specifications, and plumbing codes.
• Lays out and assembles pipe systems and supports.  Cuts, bends, welds and threads pipe.  Inspects work to determine presence of obstructions; plans installation and repairs to avoid obstruction.
• Oversees and performs repair and replacement of toilets, sinks, drain lines, and faucets.  Cleans obstruction from waste and sewage lines.
• Prepares estimates of time, labor, and materials.  Prepares reports reflecting daily operations and project status.
• Operates and maintains tools and equipment of the plumbing trade.  Cleans work area upon completion of project.
• Provides guidance and training in plumbing work to other maintenance personnel.  May have lead responsibility for special projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Four years progressively responsible experience in the plumbing trade.
• Class C or equivalent driver's license valid in the State of Maryland.
• Possession of a certification as a licensed plumber from the State of Maryland or from another state that qualifies for reciprocity in Maryland.
• GED/High School Diploma 
• A background check will be required.
• Upload a cover letter and a resume.  
• UMBC offers a rich benefits package including the following for nonexempt regular employees.
• Generous Leave which includes accruing the following for full time positions:
• 14 Days of Annual Leave  (increases with years of service)
• 15 Days of Sick Leave  
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Required Minimum Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications:  Background Screening Statement: Special Instructions to Applicants: Closing Date: Open Until Filled Benefits:

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement/Pension plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more

Salary:

Pay Range 12 ($25.96/hr to $32.44/hr) based on the University System of Maryland (USM) Pay Program.

Facilities Management provides free uniforms and shoes for skilled trades positions. Tools are provided for use on the job as well as a UMBC owned vehicle to travel to worksites on campus. UMBC also assists with keeping trades licenses current and obtaining needed training. Opportunities for shift differential, on-call, and overtime pay may be available. 

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, Memorandum of Understanding, USM Board of Regent policies, internal equity, budget and qualifications and experience. Most salary offers will be close to the minimum part of the range.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Hours: Full-time  Type: Regular FLSA Status: Nonexempt  Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.   

Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization  As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.