PLUMBER

Position Number: 40075220

Payroll Title: PLUMBER

Job Code: 008258

Job Open Date: 5/15/26

Application Review Begins: 6/2/26

Department Code (Name): FACM (FACILITIES MANAGEMENT)

Percentage of Time: 100%

Union Code (Name): K8

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS

Salary Grade: STEPS

Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $47.48/hourly. The full salary range for this position is $47.48/hourly.

Work Location: 6759 Navigator Drive

Working Days and Hours: M-F, 7am-4pm

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable:

Special Instructions:
For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement:

Benefits of Belonging
Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards. Learn more about the benefits of working at UC
Brief Summary of Job Duties:

The Plumber designs, redesigns and assembles from working drawings and blueprints various systems including water, steam, sanitary and storm drains, irrigation and sprinkler systems and compressed airlines. These installations require a thorough knowledge of all building and safety codes, the ability to work from blueprints and make working drawings, and the ability to use appropriate formulas and computations for pipe sizing and fitting related to pressure and flow; perform welding, soldering and brazing as required; install and repair plumbing fixtures, air compressors, pumps, steam and hot water boilers.

Required Qualifications:
* High School Diploma or Equivalent
* 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience.
* Design, redesign and assembles from working drawings and blueprints various systems including water, steam, sanitary and storm drains, irrigation and sprinkler systems and compressed airlines. These installations require a thorough knowledge of all building and safety codes, the ability to work from blueprints and make working drawings, and the ability to use appropriate formulas and computations for pipe sizing and fitting related to pressure and flow; perform welding, soldering and brazing as required; install and repair plumbing fixtures, air compressors, pumps, steam and hot water boilers.

Special Conditions of Employment:

* Must be able to take night and weekend call-backs. Days and hours may vary to meet the operational needs of the department.
* Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
* Satisfactory criminal history background check
* UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Job Functions and Percentages of Time:
* 90% Technical - Designs, redesigns and assembles from working drawings and blueprints various piping systems including water, steam, sanitary and storm drains, irrigation and sprinkler systems, and compressed air lines. These installations require a thorough knowledge of all building and safety codes, the ability to work from blueprints and make working drawings and ability to use the appropriate formulas and computations for piping sizing and fitting related to pressure and flow. Assembles and repairs valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of metals such as iron, steel, brass, copper, and lead and non-metals such as glass, vitrified clay and plastic. Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such as sinks, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, hydraulic sprinkler controls. Performs welding, soldering and brazing as required. Inspects, installs, and repairs piping for air compressors, pumps, and related components and equipment. Inspects, installs, and repairs stream and hot water boilers. Routs sewers as required. Instructs or leads skilled, semi-skilled or unskilled assistants.

* 10% General, Safety & Security - Utilize a cell phone to communicate with dispatcher, supervisor and co-workers. Participate in safety and professional training programs. Participate in maintaining a work environment which is conducive to the mission of Facilities Management. Proactive in providing a positive customer service environment. Perform work in a safe manner, abiding by all UCSB policies and procedures including, but not limited to: breathing apparatus, respiratory protection, asbestos and lead paint safety procedures, hand and power tools, ladders, scaffolding and safety harness. Adhere to current safety regulations and precautions as prescribed by the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Uniform Building Code and EPA, including storage and disposal procedures, common safety shop practices, guidelines or polices per other applicable Federal, State and local agencies. Understand and adhere to the safety practices on use of all hand and power tools associated with this position, electrical and other building and maintenance trades. Understand and adhere to current safety practices in relation to proper ventilation and non-smoking rules when working with flammable substances and harmful inhalants. Participate in and comply with departmental safety programs; required to comply with FM Safety Program as implemented by supervisor. Promptly report on the job accidents to the supervisor. Lock unoccupied areas before leaving them, including windows and doors. Keep vehicle locked when unoccupied, including all tool storage bins. Safeguard assigned keys and radio by keeping them on person at all times during working hours and securing them at the end of shift. Unless on official business, work keys are to remain on campus at all times. Responsible for other related duties as assigned.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.
As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations - https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy

*Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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