Housing Plumber

Working Title: Housing Plumber

Classification Title: Plumber

Posting Details

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled):Wednesday July 22 2026 @ 11:55pm PT

Hiring Preference
Not Applicable

Position Summary

Under general supervision the Housing Plumber performs the full range of skilled journey-level plumbing work including: maintenance and repair to campus plumbing fixtures; maintenance of campus plumbing equipment and systems; clear clean and maintain sewer lines and storm drains; review of campus construction and renovation project drawings to ensure compliance with campus standards and applicable codes; perform inspections on construction and remodel projects; lay out and install plumbing on new in-house construction and remodeling projects; etc.

FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $5998 per month (Step 1) - $6492 per month (Step 5)

CSU Classification Salary Range: $5998 per month (Step 1) -$8737 per month (Step 20)

Salary step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience.

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Salary Grade/Range:1

Recruitment Type:Regular (Probationary)

Time Base:Full-Time

Work Hours:Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Work hours may include evening and weekends dependent on department needs. Position works on-site.

Department Information

Facilities Management is the steward for the University buildings infrastructure grounds and landscape. We perform maintenance and renovation to facilities; plan and manage new building construction; support the Redefine the Possible initiative through our commitment to building a welcoming campus and by creating a dynamic physical environment for students faculty staff and the community. Facilities Management takes pride in being the stewards of Sacramento State Campus capital assets and invites you to join the dynamic team! For more information visit Qualifications

Knowledge:
Work requires thorough knowledge of the methods materials tools and equipment used in the plumbing trade; a base knowledge of the operation of building automation systems; and a thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal health and safety orders and regulations pertaining to the plumbing trade including the California State Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety and the California State Plumbing codes.

Abilities:
Must be able to perform skilled plumbing work on all applicable equipment and systems; perform applicable welding work; obtain necessary backflow prevention licenses; make rough sketches of plumbing installations; read and work from blueprints plans drawings and specifications; estimate materials and labor cost of standard plumbing maintenance and repair work; maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and/or computerized record-keeping systems; provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants; analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations; prepare standard reports; read and write at the level appropriate to the position; and perform arithmetic calculations as required by the position.

Incumbents will be required to possess a California Drivers License valid for the operation of any vehicle or equipment they are required to maintain and operate.

Experience:
These abilities normally would be acquired through any combination of progressively responsible training and experience which demonstrates achievement journey-level skills equivalent to that acquired through completion of a standard plumbers apprenticeship program.

RequiredQualifications

1. Thorough knowledge of the methods materials tools and equipment used in the plumbing trade.
2. Thorough knowledge of operating building automation systems storm and sewer lift stations.
3. Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal health and safety orders and regulations pertaining to the plumbing trade including the California State Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety and the California State Plumbing codes.
4. Ability to make rough sketches of plumbing installations as well as read and work from blueprints plans drawings and specifications.
5. Ability to provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled assistants.
6. Excellent customer service skills.
7. Ability to analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
8. Demonstrate and possess the ability to work cooperatively with a diverse population (i.e. campus students faculty and staff).
9. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty students staff and members of the community.

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to frequently move transport or position equipment up to 50 pounds.
2. Ability to wear appropriate protective equipment as needed.

License/Other:

1. Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License.

Conditions of Employment

• Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

PreferredQualifications

1. Progressively responsible plumbing experience.
2. Completion of a plumbing apprenticeship.
3. Ability and willingness to perform asbestos lead and mold abatement if given the proper training.
4. Experience working in a higher education environment.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

Applicants will respond to the following supplemental question:

• A valid drivers license is a requirement for this position. If selected for this position would you be able to provide this documentation

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of Californias capital city five miles from State Capitol. The lush 300-acre campus is situated along the American River close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento also known as the Farm-to-Fork Capital is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region throughout California across the nation and around the world. Our 1800 faculty and 1500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

As Californias capital university we transform lives by preparing students to lead serve and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming caring and inclusive leader in education innovation and engagement. As the regional hub of higher education Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching research scholarship and creative activity; justice diversity equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement and wellness and safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty staff students and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities life experiences and perspectives that enrich our community teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family please visit the Why Sac State page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin age sex gender identity/expression sexual orientation pregnancy genetic information medical condition marital status veteran status or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process visit University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination sexual harassment sexual violence domestic violence dating violence and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees visit Clery Campus Safety ActNotification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements emergency preparedness and evacuation information crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics ofCleryAct crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at .

Under the Clery Act this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State as part of the CSU system is a State of California Employer. As such the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1 2022 theCSU Out-of-State Employment Policyprohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

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