Maintenance Mechanic Plumber

Posted Date
17 hours ago(7/16/2026 9:05 AM)

Visa Sponsorship Eligible: No
Pay
Range

USD $25.29 – USD $25.29 /Hr.

Overview

This is a highly customer service oriented
position in which employees should strive to exceed customer expectations. Perform at a journeyman level to install, repair, assemble and
maintain water, sewage, drainage, air, gas, and vacuum systems and related heating equipment in accordance with blueprints, specifications,
established practices and pertinent state and local codes. Responsible for estimating time and material costs for
projects.

Responsibilities

– Review blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work
details and procedures.
– Inspects joints, valves, pumps, boilers, heaters, sinks, commodes, tanks, valves, and other plumbing system
components to locate malfunctions, and repairs or replaces when necessary.
– Service and maintain portable water systems, RO systems,
building waste and vent systems, and perform scheduled preventative maintenance.
– Install, connect and test plumbing fixtures such as
urinals, water closets, wash basins, sinks and drinking fountains.
– Monitor and trouble-shoot major plumbing breakdowns by diagnosing,
repairing, and replacing systems such as clogged sewer lines, main gas line breakdowns, steam equipment and devices and fire sprinkling
systems.
– Monitor, maintain and service deionized water systems to include maintenance scheduling with vendors.
– Layout, order
material and install in a neat and professional manner.
– Install and maintain sterilizers, stills, washers, glass washers, institutional
kitchen equipment, swimming pool facilities, mixing valves, water softeners, grease pits and special equipment. This may include fabricating
sheet metal ducting.
– Determine routing of pipe and location of such plumbing fixtures, accessories and equipment as inlets, vent pipes,
valves, meters, gauges, hangers, brackets and water, sewer, gas and air connections by following and adhering to trade practice
specifications, blueprints, sketches and codes.
– Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and
fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels.
– Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angle,
using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pipe-bending machines.
– Connect pipes and
fittings using all appropriate methods such as solder, braze, glue, crimp, pex tubing, etc.
– Work with glass drain lines.
– Learn new
plumbing techniques as required to remain up-to-date with current and new technologies
– Live out and make decisions in line with the
Clarkson University values in all daily activities
– Operate and work in a safe manner at all times and ensure the highest level of
housekeeping
– Provide mentoring and leadership to interns, apprentices and/or student workers
– Willingness to take courses and/or
training to meet trade specific and University standards
– Complete Clarkson Vehicle Safety Checklist before vehicle use. Be responsible
for care, cleanliness, and maintenance of assigned vehicle and report all vehicle concerns to appropriate supervisor immediately
–
Operate a Clarkson vehicle in accordance with University policy
– Perform other related duties incidental to the work described
herein
– Deliver timely, friendly, and effective service to University faculty, staff and students
– Encourage and Promote
Teamwork
– Ability to gain general knowledge of the campus
– Participate in reporting of campus damage and/or safety
issues

Qualifications

Education:
Minimal Qualifications: High school diploma or
equivalent
Preferred Qualifications: Associates degree in plumbing or plumbing related trade. Journeyman’s card in plumbing or
plumbing related trade

Experience:
Minimal Qualifications:
o Four (4) years of journeyman equivalent
experience in plumbing
o Documented record of taking courses and or training to stay current/grow skills in
trade
Preferred
Qualifications:
o Five (5) or more years of experience of journeyman equivalent experience as a
plumber.

Essential
Skills

– Must have enthusiasm for the job, a customer service approach and be willing to work in a team environment
–
Hold a valid NYS driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to meet the University insurance standards
– Proficient mathematical
skills
– Problem solving and analytical skills
– Possess general knowledge of the campus layout and building locations
–
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse constituencies
– Excellent written and oral
communication skills
– Strong organizational skills are required
– Must be able to function under stressful conditions and/or high
volume with short turnaround

Physical Demands

The physical demands characteristics described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health &
Safety

Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves,
others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s
Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

Disclaimer
Statement

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of
work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties,
responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

EEO
Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson
actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities.

All offers of employment are subject to the
applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential
verification, and criminal records

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