Master Plumber

Master Plumber
Requisition ID
req34225
Working Title
Master Plumber
Position Grade
11
Position Summary
Are you a skilled and licensed plumbing professional with a passion for precision, safety, and leadership? Do you take pride in solving complex plumbing challenges and mentoring others in your trade? The University of New Mexico is seeking a dedicated Master Plumber to join our Facility Services team. In this vital role, you'll lead maintenance and repair efforts across campus, ensuring the reliability and safety of critical plumbing systems that support our students, faculty, and staff every day.
Key Responsibilities:
As the Master Plumber, you will: Maintain and repair general plumbing components including toilets, urinals, faucets, hose bibs, and drains. Install, repair, or replace domestic hot and cold-water lines. Repair and replace steam to hot water exchangers for major building heating systems and pools. Repair and replace pneumatic steam valves, radiator valves, traps, and steam and condensate pipes. Repair and replace domestic hot water heat pumps, chilled water pumps, sump pumps, and sewage pumps. Install, test, and repair all sizes of backflow prevention devices. Lead troubleshooting efforts and repairs on steam, water, and gas distribution systems. Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies, promoting continuous improvement in workplace safety and environmental practices. Provide sketches and dimensions used by drafters to create plans for subcontractor work. Research catalogs and vendor services for complex and customized system retrofits. Interpret and apply mechanical and structural blueprints to plan plumbing repairs and modifications. Coordinate with management to assign and track corrective and preventive maintenance tasks given to subordinate plumbers. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Please Note: This position requires you to work in the Health Sciences Center (HSC) area of UNM. This means you will be working in medical laboratory research, medical clinical, and medical academic spaces. These HSC environments may require the donning of medically approved personal protective equipment (PPE).
Why Join Us?
Working as a staff member at the University of New Mexico (UNM) offers a range of exciting benefits including:

1. Comprehensive Healthcare: Access to competitive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
2. Retirement Plans: Pension and enrollment in a choice of additional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
3. Paid Time Off: Generous annual vacation leave (up to 168 hours per year), sick leave (up to 96 hours per year), and 11 paid holidays to support work-life balance.
4. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.
5. Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, fitness facilities, and resources promoting employee health and well-being.
6. Community Engagement: Involvement in a vibrant campus community with diverse cultural and recreational activities.
7. Job Security: Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within our respected flagship institution of New Mexico.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. If you're a licensed professional who thrives on solving problems, leading by example, and making a tangible impact-we want to hear from you!Apply today and help us keep UNM running strong!
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED; at least 6 years of trades experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Possession of a current New Mexico Journeyman Plumber/Gas Fitter (JPG) License.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications

1. Backflow Prevention Certification
2. Knowledge of steam, water, and natural gas distribution systems maintenance and repair
3. Experience leading others in troubleshooting and emergency repairs
4. Experience developing and implementing planned maintenance programs
5. TMA (CMMS) experience
6. I-Pad / Tablet (Paperless Work Order) experience

Additional Requirements Campus
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
Department
HSC FM Area Two (720D1)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status
Non-Exempt
Pay
Hourly: $21.94 - $29.41
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required
Yes
For Best Consideration Date
8/29/2025
Eligible for Remote Work
No
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
To be considered for this position: 1. Complete the official UNMJOBS application; you must include all prior work experience, including the full dates of employment (month and year) for each position held, and the number of hours worked per week. 2. Attach your current resume with three professional references listed. 3. Attach your cover letter that addresses our preferred qualifications. 4. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.