Plumbing Assistant

Responsibilities include servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing water, sewer, or gas distribution lines. The candidate will be required to repair, replace, and maintain valves, fixtures, backflow prevention devices, and other associated equipment. Employees are reminded that they represent both the department and the university and are expected to maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance while on duty. The candidate will routinely work with other crafts and will be required to monitor contracted work and provide training to subordinate employees. This position is considered essential, and employees will be required to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to emergencies or natural disasters. This position works under the direct supervision of the Plumbing Supervisor in the Facilities Maintenance department.

Special Note:

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future. Installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems, including pipes, fixtures, and fittings throughout the campus. Keeping accurate records of work performed while maintaining an inventory of plumbing supplies and ordering necessary materials. Diagnosing and repairing issues with plumbing systems, such as leaks, clogs, and faulty components. Ensuring all work complies with building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards. Provide excellent customer service by communicating effectively with staff, faculty, and students.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED is required. 6 months of plumbing experience.

Valid Driver's License Desired Qualifications:

Plumbing License and or certification. 1-3 years of direct plumbing experience. Familiarity with plumbing tools and equipment. Experience with sewer cleaning and inspection equipment.

Key Competencies:

Being knowledgeable in repairing and servicing plumbing systems and associated fixtures and fittings. Understanding of municipal water, sanitary sewage, and gas distribution lines to diagnose and repair related utilities. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and email applications. Experience with a computerized maintenance management system. Demonstrate the highest level of performance and provide exemplary customer service to staff, faculty, and students.

Physical Requirements:

Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work. Some combinations of climbing and balancing, including climbing ladders, stooping, kneeling, crawling, working at heights, and working in confined spaces. May involve the lifting of moderately heavy objects, up to 45 pounds. Requires a full range of physical motion to operate manually/electrically powered tools.

Job Conditions:

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, weather, fumes, temperature, and noise extremes, hazardous materials, machinery, vibrations, traffic hazards, or toxic agents.

Who We Are:

Home to more than 17,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance. Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.