Head Plumber
Listed on 2026-03-02
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Plumber
Posting Number:
2026339
Posting/FunctionalTitle:
Head Plumber
University Pay PlanTitle:
Head Plumber
Location:San Marcos
Department:Facilities Operations
Recruitment Type:Open Recruiting
Job Type:Full-Time
Funding Source:Permanent
Monthly Salary:$4,369.00-$5,306.08
Job Category :Non-Exempt
Required Qualifications- Valid Texas Journeyman [or higher] Plumber license
- Valid Backflow license or be able to obtain one in 180 days
- Plumbing experience and knowledge of plumbing concepts, codes and laws; EPA regulations, safety procedures and regulations; repair and maintenance of all types of plumbing fixtures and their apparatus.
- Experience working independently and as part of a team troubleshooting and correcting plumbing challenges, including emergency responses.
- Available and willing to work after-hours on-call duty, on a rotating basis with other shop personnel
- Master Plumber license
- Previous employment experience as a plumber (or equivalent) in government and/or higher education environment
- Use of AiM and SAP
The Head Plumber is responsible for providing emergency response to maintenance-oriented calls or plumbing emergencies.
Job Duties- Maintain and operate heavy equipment.
- Repair water and sewer lines pumps, faucets, water closets, tubs, showers, water heaters on emergency basis, as needed.
- Train and mentor other plumbing shop personnel
- Unstop clogged water closets, urinals, sinks, bathtubs, shower and floor drains, and sewers; repair water, gas, and sewer lines; repair/replace laboratory faucets, traps, and sinks; and repair/replace hose bibs; and test and repair backflow devices. Unclog storm and roof drains.
- Repair, replace, varied plumbing fixtures on campus.
Construct, remove or rough-in fixtures in varied campus bldg., properties. - Install or maintain various water, gas, air, sewer, as needed, at various campus facilities.
- Complete daily mileage, work logs and requisition parts, materials, personnel.
- Complete electronic work logs and requisition parts, materials, personnel.
- Complies with all state and university policies.
- Works various schedules and required to be on call.
- Required to carry a cell phone.
- Operate a university vehicle.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Must be available and willing to work after hours, on-call duty on a rotating basis with other shop personnel.
- This position requires driving University vehicles.
02/25/2026
Open Until Filled:Yes
Normal Work Days:Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start:8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End:5:00PM
Posting Notices:Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver's License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system.
Legal and Required NoticesTexas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.
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