Job Details

Job Description

Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for a Plumber in the Facility Operations department. The primary function of the Plumber is to perform highly skilled tasks in the plumbing and steam fitting trades.

Duties and Responsibilities of Position

45% - Plan, install, repair and maintain copper, steel, cast iron, plastic, and clay piping systems in order to maintain hot and cold water supply systems, sewage, and drainage systems in operational condition and to control the movement or containment of fluids and gases. Repair and install return pumps, sump pumps, circulating pumps, and safety valves. Install and repair hot water tanks, water lines, plumbing fixtures, and specialized kitchen and laboratory equipment; open, repair, and/or replace clogged pipes, traps, sinks, and stools.

30% - Plan, fabricate, install and maintain extensions and modifications to steam distribution and steam condensate collection systems.

10% - Rebuild circulating pumps on the heating and cooling systems, condensate and boiler feed pumps (steam generating and heating equipment) by replacing defective bearings, seals, packing, shafts, and other pump parts.

10% - Plan and install plumbing and fixtures in renovation or construction projects by removing all items to be replaced.

5% - Perform duties related to backflow prevention. Call Dig Safe for excavating projects; contact vendors to order material for projects. Schedule work with other departments as well as outside engineers and architects. Perform other tasks as necessary for smooth plant operations, such as, installing chain link fence, back stops, parking blocks, and traffic signs.

Education and Experience:

Required Education and Experience at Hire -

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months experience as a plumber.

Preferred Education and Experience at Hire-

• Two years experience as a plumber.

Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check and sex offender check.

Job Type: University Support Staff

Salary: Grade 7

Appointment Duration: 12 months

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday.

Application Documents Required*:

• Resume
• Names and Contact Details for Three (3) Professional References

*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.

Open Until Filled

Search Committee Chair: Ed Meyer (...@pittstate.edu)

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position

PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us

About Pittsburg State University

Founded in 1903, Pittsburg State's 373-acre campus is a beautiful blend of historic buildings and modern facilities, including state-of-the-art athletics, arts, and research facilities.

Its residential and online undergraduate and graduate student population of nearly 6,000 is guided by an exceptionally talented and dedicated faculty, staff, and administrative team.

Pitt State's hands-on learning environment and engagement by alumni working in a variety of professional sectors creates incredible academic, internship, and employment opportunities for students. Academic programs often bring home national honors.

The university enjoys a close relationship with Pittsburg residents as well as city and business leaders. Throughout town, you'll see gorilla statues in front lawns and red and gold Gorilla spirit at local businesses. Students, faculty, and staff are highly engaged in the local school district and with service projects, and in turn the community is highly supportive of and engaged in university activities.

Faculty, staff, and students have access to many amenities, including discounts and free access to concerts, plays, athletic events on campus as well as discounts on meals and services off campus.

Pitt State has developed unique partnerships in downtown Pittsburg, 1.4 miles north of the main campus. There, Block22 and the historic Hotel Besse offer innovative student housing options and the new Kelce College of Business building, scheduled to open in July 2026, will feature state-of-the-art classrooms, collaboration spaces, and space for professional development and public events.

The university has earned institutional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and two elite classifications from the Carnegie Foundation.