Plumber

About the role

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God's kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

Benefits

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

Job Summary

PLNU is seeking a skilled and service-oriented Plumber to support campus facilities through maintenance, repair, and construction projects. This role plays a critical part in ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable plumbing systems across the university while delivering excellent service to the campus community in a supportive, mission-driven environment. Salary: Pay range $30.00 - $35.00 per hour Actual salary offered is determined by the candidate's experience, education, skills, and other factors, including internal equity and university funding resources. Job Status: Full time *

About the role

What We're Looking For Strong hands-on experience performing a wide range of plumbing repairs and installations in commercial or institutional environments. Ability to diagnose complex plumbing issues and develop effective, timely solutions. Knowledge of plumbing codes, systems, tools, and materials in both maintenance and construction settings. Ability to manage multiple work orders and shifting priorities effectively.

Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Ability to collaborate with other trades and support cross-functional project work. Customer-service mindset focused on responsiveness, professionalism, and community support. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high quality standards.

What You'll Be Doing Perform all phases of plumbing work including installation, maintenance, and repair across campus facilities (including commercial boilers, backflow preventers, lab piping, and student housing). Diagnosing plumbing issues and implementing effective solutions in both routine and urgent situations. Provide accurate labor and material estimates for assigned work orders and projects.

Procure necessary parts through approved vendors and catalogs, tracking labor hours and materials used to ensure accurate cost management. Collaborate with other trades to support broader facility, construction, and renovation projects. Respond to emergency repair requests as needed (overtime/call-out pay applies). Maintain a safe work environment and strictly follow all safety protocols when using tools and equipment.

Perform additional duties as assigned to support Facilities operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of experience in commercial plumbing.
• Mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of local plumbing codes; Journeyman license, C-36, or Backflow Prevention certification highly preferred.
• Familiarity with the operation, repair, and maintenance of institutional plumbing fixtures and equipment.
• Ability to analyze project needs, procure parts, and complete tasks on time with minimal direction.

• Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to operate university fleet vehicles.
• Service orientation committed to providing exceptional customer service to the entire PLNU community.
• A positive, team-player approach to work in an environment with frequently changing priorities.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement.

• In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU's Community Life Covenant.
• The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check.
• Hearing and speaking abilities to communicate effectively in person, by phone, or via two-way radio.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including bending, crawling, stretching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to climb ladders, work from heights, reach overhead, kneel, and crouch. * At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together.
• Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God's love.

We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential. Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.