Seattle Pacific University
Maintenance Technician II - Plumber
Main Campus, USA · Mid · Full-time
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About the role
- Facilities Maintenance Technician II (Plumbing Focus)
- Seattle Pacific University is a Christian university fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling grace-filled community.
- Our team takes pride in providing responsive service, quality workmanship, and strong collaboration across campus.
Responsibilities
- General Maintenance & Campus Support
- Perform preventive maintenance and repairs in academic, residential, and administrative buildings
- Support seasonal and campus-wide activities, including emergency response and snow removal
- Work collaboratively with other facilities staff to support safe and reliable building operations
- Install, maintain, repair, and replace plumbing fixtures and systems (faucets, toilets, drinking fountains, water heaters, valves, piping, etc.)
- Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on sewer, drain, and stormwater systems
- Maintain and service campus irrigation systems, including startup and winterization
- Safely use and maintain tools and equipment related to plumbing and general maintenance
- Participate in cross-training to support basic work in other trades (carpentry, electrical, doors/hardware, etc.)
Requirements
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record and ability to operate a service vehicle
- Ability to communicate effectively and provide responsive service
- Ability to work in confined spaces, on rooftops, and in changing weather conditions
Nice to have
- Training or coursework in plumbing, facilities maintenance, or a related trade
- Experience with building systems and applicable codes (plumbing, electrical, fire, etc.)
- Experience operating equipment such as drain cleaning tools (jetter, large drain snake, etc.)
- Washington State Journeyman Plumber's License (or working toward licensure)
- Ability to obtain required certifications such as Asbestos Worker Certification (16-hour) and Lead Renovator Training (8-hour)
- Compensation & Position Details
- Status: Full-time
Compensation
- $29.32 - $33.15 per hour
- Participate in a shared, rotating on-call schedule (approximately 7 weeks per year)
Company info
- Facilities Services supports this mission by maintaining a safe, reliable, and well-functioning campus environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
- What We Need
- Facilities Services is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician II with a primary focus in plumbing to support the day-to-day operation of campus facilities.
- This is a full-time, in-person position based on SPU's campus.
- The role includes preventive maintenance, repairs, and responsive service across a variety of campus buildings.
- While plumbing is the primary focus, this position also supports general building maintenance and cross-trained work across multiple trades.
- We're looking for someone who is dependable, takes pride in their work, and enjoys being part of a team that keeps campus running smoothly.
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