Plumber 2

Are you a licensed plumber who takes pride in solving complex plumbing challenges and keeping essential systems running smoothly? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your skills directly support education, research, and healthcare? The University of New Mexico is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Plumber 2 to join our Facility Services team. In this vital role, you’ll help maintain and repair the plumbing and gas systems that keep our campus safe, efficient, and operational.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Plumber 2, you will: Maintain and repair general plumbing components including toilets, urinals, faucets, hose bibs, and drains. Install, repair, or replace domestic hot and cold water lines. Repair and replace domestic hot water heat exchangers, water heaters, and heat pumps. Troubleshoot and repair steam, water, and gas utility distribution systems. Repair and replace pneumatic steam valves, radiator valves, traps, and steam and condensate piping. Install, test, and repair all sizes of backflow prevention devices. Repair and maintain chilled water pumps, sump pumps, and sewage pumps. Ensure proper care and maintenance of tools, equipment, and supplies. Promote continuous improvement in workplace safety and environmental practices. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Please Note: Because this is a pooled position posting it may require you to work in the Health Sciences Center (HSC) area of UNM. This means you will be working in medical laboratory research, medical clinical, and medical academic spaces. These HSC environments may require the donning of medically approved personal protective equipment (PPE).

Additionally, this position is subject to overtime and on-call assignments, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support campus operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED; at least 4 years of trades experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Possession of a current New Mexico Journeyman Plumber's License.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with steam, water, and natural gas distribution systems

Knowledge of New Mexico plumbing codes and preventive maintenance practices

Familiarity with backflow prevention and testing

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical diagrams

Strong troubleshooting and repair skills in both residential and commercial systems