Job Details

Plumber 1

Position Number: 7171849
Location: Dallas, TX
Position Type: Facilities Management

Plumber 1

Hourly Range:

$27.95 per hour

About SMU

SMU's more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 90 countries to take advantage of the University's small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through eight schools.

Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities - from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance and athletic endeavor.

About the Position:

This role is an on-campus, in-person position.

Manual work at the apprenticeship level as permitted by the TX Board of Plumbers. All work performed under the supervision of a Master plumber. Assists in the maintenance and repair of plumbing and heating systems following recognized codes and techniques of the plumbing trade. Assists in installs, maintains, and repairs water piping systems, all plumbing fixtures and appurtenances following recognized procedures and techniques of the trade of plumber.

This position requires on-call rotation responsibilities for evening and weekend work as well as scheduled and unscheduled work for hours other than normal business hours.

Essential Functions:

Assists in the maintenance and repair of plumbing and heating systems following recognized codes and techniques of the plumbing trade.
Assists in installs, maintains, and repairs water piping systems, all plumbing fixtures and appurtenances following recognized procedures and techniques of the trade of plumber.
Provide functional/operational support to campus as essential personnel during times of emergency, catastrophe, inclement weather, etc
Perform repairs on on all plumbing fixtures
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Graduation from standard vocational/trade school is preferred

A minimum of two (2) years of experience is required.

Must possess TX driver's license or have ability to obtain a TX driver's license and have a clear MVR.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Candidate must have the ability to understand and work from general instructions and specifications and to follow blueprints and sketches. Candidate must possess strong verbal and written communications skills. Also, candidate must be able to work under general direction from verbal instruction, written work orders, sketches and blueprints.

Candidate must have ability to manage CMMS and basic knowledge of Microsoft Word an Excel applications. Candidate must also be customer service oriented and possess time management and organizational and planning skills. Attention to detail is a must.

Shift flex is required for evenings and weekends. Schedules may be adjusted to accommodate coverage for 1st & 2nd shifts during weekdays and/or weekends for temporary or permanent shift changes. Required to respond to emergency calls.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

Must be able to individually lift up to 50 pounds and to lift and transport piping and equipment with others in excess of 200 pounds. Must be able to push and pull heavy loads. Must be able to stoop and bend for long periods of time and work in confined spaces. Able to work from ladder and lifts and in hot, confined locations. Some work will need to be performed in inclement weather.

Deadline to Apply:

Open until filled.

EEO Statement:

SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.

Benefits:

SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.

SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.

The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.

Primary Location: USA-TX-Dallas

Job: Facilities

Organization: Facilities Planning

Schedule: Regular

Shift: Staff

Employee Status: Entry Level

Job Type: Full-time

Job Level: Variable

Travel: No

Job Posting: May 19, 2026, 6:13:27 PM

To apply, visit https://smu.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=FAC00000233&tz=GMT%2B00%3A00&tzname=UTC