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Winston-Salem State University

Winston-Salem, NC (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 21 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/17/2026

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Facility Maintenance Tech - Mech Trades FLSA Non-Exempt Position Class 17423 Position Overview Join the Ramily! Position Summary Join the Ramily! Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) is seeking a skilled and motivated Plumber to join the Facilities Maintenance team for the Department of Housing & Residence Life. The Plumber is a critical role that will support the maintenance and repair of plumbing systems within our student housing facilities, ensuring a safe,fortable, and well-maintained environment for our students and staff. If you have a passion for facility maintenance and mechanical systems, we encourage you to ! Employees must work 'on call' during the appointed dates and times when requested. This also includes callback work if needed.
Responsibilities of the Plumber include:
Repair, replace, maintain and install plumbing fixtures and equipment Perform repair and preventative maintenance on water, gas and sanitary sewer in University buildings and grounds Inspect work sites and review blues to identify safety concerns, determine necessary equipment, and develop a plan for the necessary work Assemble, build, repair, and modify plumbing fixtures and equipment w necessary Maintain and utilize hand and power tools safely and effectively Performance maintenance on water, valves, traps, basins, drains, faucets, lavatories and sinks Review blues and locate underground piping in order to develop a plan or layout for the work needed Dismantle or cut through structural and other physical barriers in order to gain access for repairs or new installations Alter or rebuild plumbing fixtures or equipment as necessary and make rmendations for a new installation or replacement if necessary Repair damaged sinks, toilets, showers, water heaters, faucets, valves, and drinking fountains Fit gaskets, couplings, traps, and valves, and solder or weld connections to seal joints w necessary Work with the Facilities Management team to address maintenance needs and contribute to a collaborative environment focused on improving the student living experience. Respond to service requests promptly,pleting work orders and ensuring all maintenance issues are resolved effectively Ad to safety standards, building codes, and environmental regulations while performing tasks, ensuring the safety of students, staff, and the general public. Support Electrical and HVAC repair and maintenance as part of the Facilities Maintenance team to ensure proper function across student housing facilities. Primary Function of Organizational Unit Winston-Salem State University's Department of Housing and Residence Life is dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive, and vibrant living-learning environment that supports our Ram Residents' holistic development and success. By promoting a sense of belonging andmunity, we empower residents to thrive academically, personally, and socially, taking pride in their residence hall and campusmunity while reaching their full potential as leaders. Position Information Position Number 081052 Competency Level Working Position Title Plumber Building and Room No. Gleason-Harris Terrace C125
Work Hours:
From [time] to [time] on [days] of [week] 7:00AM- 4:00PM Monday - Friday Hours per week 40 Months per year 12 Appointment Type Permanent Full-Time If Time Limited. No Appointment Length. DHR Assigned Fields FTE 1 Requirements and Preferences Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies All - Emergency and Pandemic on site Position required to work On-Call/Emergency Callback Yes Minimum Experience/Education High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of thepetencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification.
Optional Guidelines:
Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education One to two years of plumbing experience Working knowledge of hand tools and power tools Required License or Certification Valid US Driver's License Yes Commercial Driver's License Required No Physical Required No List any other medical/drug tests required Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number
SPA01029P
Internal Posting Only No Time Limited Position No Appointment Length State Salary Range 35,099 - 74,402 Internal Salary Range 35,099 - 42,000 Open Date 02/25/2026 Close Date 05/01/2026 Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions Summary Please Note:
A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. If no applicants who meet the requiredpetency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based onpetencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu ofpleting an electronic application. The application must bepeted in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure toplete the applicationpletely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not beplete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of ing for a position. Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies Competency Knowledge - Technical Describe the specific job duties related to thispetency Repair, replace, maintain and install plumbing fixtures and equipment Perform repair and preventative maintenance on water, gas and sanitary sewer in systems in University buildings and grounds Inspect work sites and review blues to identify safety concerns, determine necessary equipment, and develop a plan for the necessary work Assemble, build, repair, and modify plumbing fixtures and equipment w necessary Maintain and utilize hand and power tools safely and effectively Performance maintenance on water, valves, traps, basins, drains, faucets, lavatories, sinks, and hydrants Percentage Of Time 25 Competency Problem Solving Describe the specific job duties related to thispetency Review blues and locate underground piping in order to develop a plan or layout for the work needed Dismantle or cut through structural and other physical barriers in order to gain access for repairs or new installations Alter or rebuilding plumbing fixtures or equipment as necessary and make rmendations for a new installation or replacement if necessary Repair damaged sinks, toilets, showers, water heaters, faucets, valves, and drinking fountains Fit gaskets, couplings, traps, and valves, and solder or weld connections to seal joints w necessary Percentage Of Time 25 Competency Coordination - Work Describe the specific job duties related to thispetency Maintain records of repairs and maintenance performed Manage work orders in Team Dynamix Communicate with team members regarding updates to work orders Perform preventative maintenance on plumbing tools and equipment, including spot checking, oiling, cleaning and servicing, and alerting team leads when equipment needs repair or replacement Percentage Of Time 10 Competency Communication Describe the specific job duties related to thispetency Develop and maintains effective relationships with others in order to encourage and supportmunication and teamwork. Communicate with fellow workers in a manner that allows work to bepleted. Explain purpose and procedures of facilities maintenance projects in language easily understood by the customer. Ensure information gets to the right person within the agreed upon timeframe. Percentage Of Time 10 Competency Safety and Health Compliance Describe the specific job duties related to thispetency Understand applicable policies and procedures and maintain conditions that ensure a healthy and safe working environment. Monitor lockout/tagout situations Ability to perform tasks and duties safely to avoid danger to self and others. Demonstrate to employees and others, safe ways to perform job tasks or use equipment. Always practice wearing PPE when job requires it. Ad to safety standards, building codes, and environmental regulations while performing tasks, ensuring the safety of students, staff, and the general public. Assist in maintaining fire suppression systems in campus buildings. Protect University property and equipment from damage during assigned work by removing furniture, wall fixtures, and equipment from work sites if possible or covering immoveable items with protective cloths, and erecting scaffolding or support structures in a manner that prevents damage. Restore assigned work sites to their original condition at thepletion of work by removing scaffolding or support structures, drop cloths, and tarpaulins used during the project, returning furniture and equipment to their proper location, and coordinating the painting, plastering, or replacing tile(s) and other structural effects through which holes have been cut for pipes. Percentage Of Time 10 Competency Client/Customer Service Describe the specific job duties related to thispetency Develop and maintain strong relationships on campus with clients, vendors, staff, students, colleagues, and faculty. Promptly and attentively respond to customer requests within established time frame. Perform work in the least disruptive manner. Assess and check with customer to ensure solution meets request. Identify options, develop solutions, and take action when responding to customer requests. Demonstrate courteous actions and follow theanization's established protocol for customer service. Percentage Of Time 10 Competency Technical Support Describe the specific job duties related to thispetency Support general maintenance activities for Housing & Residence Life facilities, including carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and painting tasks. Repair structures such as showers, floors, sinks, walls and carpets. Perform minor repairs, troubleshooting, and adjustment of locks on cabinets, closets, and desks. Repair door hinges, cleaning plugged key slots, changing filters on ventilating, heating, and air conditioning units. Percentage Of Time 10

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