Plumber 1, Facilities Management [R0149255]

Plumber 1, Facilities Management

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Plumber 1, Facilities Management [R0149255].

Role of the Position

Plumber 1 incumbent will perform skilled work in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of UNLV's plumbing systems and protection devices. On a daily basis ensure plumbing systems and equipment, and protection devices are functioning properly and in accordance with specifications. All equipment, piping, and machinery must be installed to conform to the latest plumbing codes of our community. This includes, but not limited to : line supplies, drains, showers, toilets, deep vats, lab faucets / equipment, photographic baths, drinking fountains, hydration stations, wall hydrants, domestic waste lines, acid waste, copper lines, gas lines, etc. Annually inspect and / or test protection devices on potable and industrial systems, including reduced pressure backflow preventers, double check valves, pressure vacuum breakers, atmospheric vacuum breakers, and air gabs. Repair and / or replace devices as required. Routine maintenance on existing systems is at the forefront to keep UNLV campus operational at all times. This includes, but not limited to : line stoppages, overflowing toilets, non-flushing urinals, inoperable showers, eyewash stations, etc. If any plumbing system fails, restore to working order as quickly as possible.

Perform plumbing related preventative and predictive maintenance for UNLV campus wide. When a PM work request is assigned, all associated fixtures in the building shall be operated to ensure the care and servicing for the purpose of maintaining equipment, systems and facilities in satisfactory operating condition. The purpose is to provide systematic inspection, detection, and correction of incipient failures either before they occur or before they develop into major defects. Test for leaks by advancing the valves controlling the fixture to the most open position and to the fully closed position. Check p-traps by filling the fixture to an adequate level and dumping suddenly to shock the system and ensure leaks and blockages are not present. Maintain PM schedule and complete in the appropriate time frame. Work required as a result of findings during PM will be submitted in writing to the Lead Plumber to generate a work order.

Ensure required documents, records and inventory are maintained in accordance with established standards. Responsible for thoroughness and accuracy of daily timesheets, work orders, leave requests, overtime sheets, etc. Coordinate with the Plumber II in both maintaining and monitoring stock inventory. Ensure compliance with Department, University, Federal, State and County regulations. Properly log required information such as documentation for the State Public Works Board.

Exhibit overall professionalism, efficiency and thoroughness. Embrace, exhibit and promote a work environment focused on customer service. Participate in structured shop meetings. Professionally interact with the campus community to understand their needs. Ensure work performance of repairs, maintenance or other functions to support the fastest response time possible for our customers. Understanding priorities can and will change rapidly. As they do, adapt to the new priorities.

The schedule is 4-10s, 5 : 00am-3 : 30pm, Thursday-Sunday. The schedule is subject to change depending upon department needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a recognized plumbing apprenticeship program; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

This position requires a valid driver's license at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.

Preferred Qualifications

ABPA or AWWA backflow certification

Commitment to Diversity and Campus Values

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

Salary

Salary Range is Grade 31, Step 1 $56,563.92 to Grade 31, Step 5, $66,920.40.

Benefits of Working at UNLV

• Competitive total rewards package including : Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs No state income tax Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

Perks / Programs

How to Apply

Submit a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience. If you are a veteran, please attach your DD-214 or other applicable official documentation to your application as evidence of Veterans or Disabled Veteran's status. Attach ALL documents in the CV / Resume attachment section when applying. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. The resume must have a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as a part of each job; applicants must demonstrate that they qualify for this position. Education (including High School) and experience must be clearly documented. Your application will NOT be moved forward if your application is incomplete. Materials should be addressed to the Search Committee Chair.

This recruitment will close at midnight (Pacific Standard Time) on October 20, 2025. Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.

Profile of the University

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

EEO / AA Statement

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks, and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Title IX Statement

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may