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Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs plumbing related duties requiring advanced levels of professional skill and technical knowledge. Oversees, tests and maintains Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, including Backflow Prevention Program for all housing, dining buildings and grounds. Performs as Plumbing Shop supervisor in his or her absence. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

55% - Essential - PLUMBING MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, RENOVATION AND CONSTRUCTION: Performs maintenance, repair, renovation and construction of campus building domestic water, waste water, steam, fire protection, and other plumbing related specialty systems such as vacuum, compressed air and gas. Unstops blockages in all types of plumbing fixtures and building drains, roughs in plumbing fixtures, drain lines, copper pipe & tubing and PVC pipe and fittings according to plumbing code. Reads, understands and applies blueprints. Maintains and repairs high and low pressure steam traps, regulators and valves.

15% - Essential - Fire Protection System Maintenance: Inspects, tests and maintains water-based Fire Protection systems, cross connection and backflow devices in all University facilities.

15% - Essential - Training and Mentorship: Leads, guides, and/or trains other plumbers in applicable procedures and techniques. Completes the required training and testing to maintain applicable licensing.

10% - Essential - Work Area Maintenance: Prepares and cleans work areas, shop and vehicles. Identifies and gathers proper tools and materials and ensures proper housekeeping.

5% - Essential - Safety: Promotes a safe workplace and safe work practices. Complies with all applicable OSHA safety mandates and compliance with University LOTO policy. Complies with all EPA and DHEC rules and regulations. Promotes positive and productive relationships within and between shops.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - MASC Master Certificate or Reciprocal Equivalent

Work Experience - 8+ years

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Vocational or Technical Training 1 - Trade School Diploma

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

60% - Stand for prolonged period

10% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period

70% - Walk or move about

70% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc

15% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)

30% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)

15% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

50% - Recognize or inspect visually

60% - Move, transport, raise or lower

60% - Extends hands or arms in any direction

10% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors

60% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

80% - Exposure to heat or cold

20% - Exposure to dust/fumes

50% - Wet or humid

30% - Noise

20% - Vibration

60% - Mechanical hazards

30% - Chemical hazards

30% - Electrical hazards

20% - Radiant energy hazards

35% - Burn hazards

5% - Overnight Travel

55% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm, occasional weekend and subject to callbacks. Standard Hours: 40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Band: 05 ($ 39,764.00 - $ 49,000.00)

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Essential Level 2 employee

Required to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

August 4, 2025

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email ... upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.

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