Plumber II

Posting Details

Position Information


Posting Number
S1500752


Job Title
Plumber II


Position Number
M04205


Division
Administrative Affairs - ADA


Department
Plumbing Department


FLSA
Non-Exempt


Salary Grade
113


Salary Classification
Classified


Annual Salary Range

Hourly Salary Range
$16.62 - $22.16


Employment Status
Full Time 12 Mos Regular


General Description


The purpose of this position is to perform skilled plumbing work to include, installation, maintenance, and repair of primary and secondary campus plumbing systems; and perform limited elevator maintenance.

Essential Job Duties


1. Identify and resolve plumbing problems by clearing, repairing, and replacing pipes, fittings, valves, plugged drains, faucets, and toilet repairs.
2. Perform preventive maintenance on restrooms, swimming pools, septic systems, and related piping systems.
3. Service, repair, and maintain all types of control valves by removing, disassembling, inspecting and replacing worn/broken parts if necessary, and reassembling and reinstalling.
4. Read and use blueprints, sketches or drawings for specifications and dimensions for the plumbing work involved. Follow oral work instructions when required.
5. Store all equipment used to perform plumbing work. Must account for all labor and material. Must fill out necessary work orders of paperwork required.
6. Determine proper materials for the particular assignment at hand so that equipment and materials are matched properly for the application.
7. Remodel old plumbing systems prepare a bill of materials needed, and then construct the new systems, according to plan by using appropriate equipment.
8. Install rough-in and finish work for new construction by installing main sewers, manholes, storm drains, acid waste, compressed air, vacuum, natural gas, fire hydrants and water distribution trunk lines, connect sinks, and drains.
9. Install, repair, and test backflow preventers and vacuum breakers on equipment and double check valves on all potable water connections as required by the IPC and Alabama rules and regulations.
10. Perform assigned preventative maintenance checks on valves, pumps, water heaters, and other operating equipment.
11. Oversee the performance and training of plumber apprentices or student workers.
Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.

Additional Duties


Provide 24 hour on-call service as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


Knowledge of the plumbing trade
Ability to work autonomously;
Ability to work on-call and before/after normal work hours as requested.

Education and Experience


The educational requirement for this position is: High School diploma/GED
Education substituted for experience? No

This position requires: 5 years of related experience.
Experience substituted for education? Yes

Licenses, Certification or Registrations


Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications required for this position include:
• Valid driver's license
• Acceptable driving record
Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for this position include:
• None

Environmental Working Conditions
Indoor and Outdoor


Travel Requirements
None


Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Physical Requirements


Standing: Over 2/3 of the time; walking: Over 2/3 of the time; sitting: Under 1/3 of the time; using hands: Over 2/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: Over 2/3 of the time; climbing or balancing: Under 1/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: Up to 2/3 of the time; talking or hearing: Over 2/3 of the time; and, tasting or smelling: Under 1/3 of the time.

This position requires lifting:

Up to 10 pounds: Up to 2/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 100 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; and, more than 100 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time.

This position has the following special vision requirements:
• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less).
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more).
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).
• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up or down or to the left and right when vision is fixed on a given point).
• Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).
• Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

Open Date
05/17/2026


Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Statement


The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

EEO Statement


UM is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

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