Job Details

  • Position Number: 5954198
  • Location: Boulder, CO
  • Position Type: Facilities Management


Plumber

Requisition Number: 61707
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 10-Feb-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

The Housing Facilities Services team at CU Boulder is accepting applications for an experienced Plumber! This position repairs and maintains CU's Housing and Dinning Facilities' plumbing systems to keep them in a clean, safe, and comfortable condition. This role will provide immediate response to failed plumbing and heating systems, including drain and waste systems, domestic water systems, hydronic heating systems and natural gas systems in accordance with current plumbing code and health department regulations. Additionally, the Plumber will make necessary repairs to keep systems functional and schedule more extensive repairs at times that are convenient for campus partners. The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Division of Student Affairs consists of 30 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.
The work in Student Affairs supports all factors of the student experience, no matter what department a staff member may work in. This includes where students live, eat, make friends, build professional skills and find help if they need it. Many departments provide involvement opportunities, educational resources and support services to help students find their community and build lifelong skills. Student Affairs also has shared services departments that support the work and staff of our student-facing areas, including areas like assessment, business services, financial planning, human resources, marketing communications and information technology (IT).
With over 800 staff members in the Division of Student Affairs, our diverse team is uniquely positioned to personalize the student experience and advocate for students, enhancing their success inside and outside the classroom.
Housing Facilities Services (HFS) is a comprehensive facility management operation that provides around-the-clock support to over 10,000 residents and 20,000 conference guests annually. Services include maintenance, repair, renovation, project management, capital construction, housekeeping and grounds-keeping operations. HFS has approximately 190 full-time employees and approximately 80 part-time and student staff, who all strive to give residents the best living experience possible.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Plumbing Drain systems:
  • Restore drain, waste and vent systems to proper functioning condition by using appropriate chemical, hand or power equipment to remove obstructions.
Piping/Fixture Maintenance and Repair:
  • Stop or repair leaks in waste, drain, natural gas, domestic water and hydronic heating by using the correct tools, replacement parts and fittings.
  • Restore faucets, water closets, urinals, sinks, valves, water heaters and other components by installing repair parts, or by replacing components.
Heating Systems Maintenance and Repair:
  • Maintain and restore circulation in systems by repairing or replacing domestic hot water circulating pumps and hydronic heating pumps.
  • Minimize pump replacement by regularly providing preventative maintenance.
  • Ensure CU's facilities are safe and comfortable by repairing and adjusting radiators, unit heater control valves and domestic hot water control valves.
Preventative Maintenance:
  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance/service including changing filters, cleaning coils, oil/grease bearings, pumps and performing building/mechanical room inspections.
  • Support building mechanics with preventive maintenance and daily work orders.
Code Requirements and Miscellaneous:
  • Adhere to current code requirements by repairing, altering or replacing plumbing fixtures and systems.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor:
  • Position will operate University vehicles use of University vehicle will be required to complete some of these duties.


What You Should Know

  • An active Driver's License is required as this position will operate University vehicles.


What We Can Offer

  • The annual salary range for this position is from $57,708 - $75,000.


Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

  • Three (3) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.
  • A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years.
  • Must have a valid State of Colorado Journeyman or Master plumber's license.


What You Will Need

  • Customer service oriented, works well alone or in a team environment, being an active listener and problem solver.



Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:
1. A current resume.
2. (Optional) A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by February 10, 2025, for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.


To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Plumber/61707







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