Plumber

Building Services at The University of Tennessee at Martin is currently accepting applications for a Plumber I. Responsibilities include but are not limited to working on commercial and residential plumbing repairs, maintenance and new installation of the campus plumbing systems. Responding to emergency call backs nights, weekends, and holidays.

Job Duties:

Perform skilled plumbing work in the completion of assigned daily work orders for maintenance and repairs of domestic plumbing systems by diagnosing the problem and making the proper repairs in academic buildings, dorm rooms and apartments. Which includes unclogging main sewer drain lines, toilets, sinks, tub, and shower units. Installation and repairs of sink & faucets, lavatories & faucets, tub/showers & faucets, toilets & flush valves, urinals & flush valves.

Installation of plumbing systems in buildings and remodel work, installing drain lines, vent lines, water lines, gas lines, air lines, vacuum lines, water heaters, boilers, setting faucets and fixtures inside the building. The installation of underground main water and sewer lines.

The ability to install water lines and gas piping by measuring, cutting, soldering, using propress tool, pex tool and threading gas pipe.

The ability to work with outside contractors on the building projects, fire system inspections & repairs, backflow valve inspections & repairs, boiler inspections & repairs, fiberglass tub inspections & repairs, sump pit pumping.

Typically requires a high school diploma and one year of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Plumbing experience or a state plumbing license
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings and do material take offs for projects
Knowledge of plumbing codes and regulations
Use of all power tools associated with the installation and repairs of plumbing systems
Ability to communicate effectively and customer service skills
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license

Application Process:

Qualified applicants must apply online and attach a cover letter and resume
Final date to receive applications:
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate has been selected
Market Range 05 – Salary commensurate with education and experience.

• Job Identification 6566
• Job Category Facilities Services
• Posting Date 01/13/2026, 10:25 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 105 Moody Street, Martin, TN, 38238, US

EEO/AA STATEMENT / NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), ADEA (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the (EEO). Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the EEOoffice .