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Position Details
Position Information
Requisition Number
S3076P
Home Org Name
Preventive Maintenance
Division Name
VP, Facilities Management
Position Title
Plumber - 2nd Shift
Job Class Code
ND10/ND11
Appointment Status
Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term
No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Auburn University Facilities Management is excited to begin the search for a 2nd Shift Plumber to join the team! The hours for this position are from 3:30pm - 12:00am. This individual will help maintain, install, and replace plumbing pipes, fittings, and fixtures within campus facilities and infrastructure according to the National Plumbing Code.
A 10% shift differential will be paid for all hours of a regularly assigned evening or night shift provided the employee actually works four hours or more between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
About Auburn: Auburn was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years! Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting .
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Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
Essential Functions
Level I:
- Repairs and maintains internal building plumbing systems as well as associated sanitary sewer drains. Fixes routine problems involving drains, toilets, urinals, sinks, faucets, fixtures, valves, and domestic water supply piping.
- Installs plumbing piping, fittings, fixtures, valves, and other related appliances according to the National Plumbing Code as part of a project work crew or repair team. Assists in the repairs of water distribution piping and sanitary sewer piping.
- Performs preventative maintenance on building plumbing systems including drains, strainers, and valves.
- Will be responsible for meeting and maintaining training and certification requirements as outlined by the Auburn University Facilities Management Policy: "Training, Education, and Certification Requirements for Mechanical and Electrical Trades Personnel".
- May be required to serve in an on-call status and remain work-ready when scheduled for an on-call period or rotation. Work-ready status requires an employee to return to the worksite within forty five minutes while being physically and mentally unimpaired and fit for duty, able to safely perform all essential job functions with no risk to self, coworkers, students, public, or property.
Level II:
- Repairs, installs, and replaces water and sanitary sewer piping, fittings, fixtures (sinks, faucets, toilets, urinals, etc.), valves, pumps, strainers, backflow preventers, boilers, hot water heaters, and water supply lines to equipment and appliances interior to campus buildings.
- Repairs, installs, and replaces exterior water distribution and storm sewer lines and related infrastructure across campus.
- Works on project crews executing large and complex new plumbing installation or replacement projects of building plumbing systems. Leads small project crews.
- Troubleshoots and leads routine and non-routine emergency repairs on exterior water distribution and storm drainage systems as well as interior building plumbing and gas systems.
- Will be responsible for meeting and maintaining training and certification requirements as outlined by the Auburn University Facilities Management Policy: "Training, Education, and Certification Requirements for Mechanical and Electrical Trades Personnel".
- May be required to serve in an on-call status and remain work-ready when scheduled for an on- call period or rotation. Work-ready status requires an employee to return to the worksite within forty five minutes while being physically and mentally unimpaired and fit for duty, able to safely perform all essential job functions with no risk to self, coworkers, students, public, or property.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Level I- High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience in installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of a wide array of common plumbing system components.
Level II- Some college; vocational or Associate's Degree with focus in plumbing systems and equipment, pipe fitting, HVAC systems and equipment, basic electricity, or other related field plus 5 years of experience in installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of a wide array of common plumbing system components.
Substitutions allowed for Education:
6 years of experience accepted in lieu of education requirement for Level II
Certification or Licensure Requirements:
Valid Driver's License (Level I & II) and a Valid Journeyman's Plumber's License (Level II)
To be considered for Level II, finalist candidates will be required to produce documentation that verifies training and/or certification hours.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Desired Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Salary Range
$35,500-$64,600
Job Category
Facilities/Skills Trades
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
Monday - Friday 3:30 PM-12:00 AM
City position is located in:
Auburn
State position is located:
Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date
10/04/2023
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
- Only completed applications will be considered, so please provide all requested information in each section. This should include all employment history and required application documents.- If required, be sure to attach cover letter and resume.- Please include a copy of any required or relevant certifications/licenses in the "Other Documents" section.- Please answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.
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