Journeyman Plumber
Department: Facilities
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
The journeyman plumber performs or oversees all plumbing work accomplished in-house by the facilities department staff, and performs day-to-day maintenance, project work, special events, preventive and unscheduled maintenance as directed by the Associate Director Facilities Management. This position is responsible for the maintenance of all aspects of college systems up to and including drainage (storm and sanitary), water distribution systems (including irrigation), domestic systems, and science chemical drains. This position will review plans and drawings, validate requirements for daily work projects, assess and troubleshoot fixtures, appliances, systems, and infrastructure for repairs, maintenance, and improvements as needed.
Requisition ID: 1061
Position Number: 00001396
Employee Group: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/general-counsel/labor-relations/employment-contracts
Schedule: 40 hours/52 weeks
Compensation: $29.50 per hour (Licensed Plumber)
Benefits: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/benefits-insurance/medical-plans/new-hire-benefit-enrollment
Reports to: Associate Director of Facilities Management
Posting Opens: 01/09/2026
Posting Closes: Open until filled
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Coordinate own and others' work between plumbing, electrical, general maintenance, HVAC, and carpentry departments, as well as administration and outside vendors.
• Plan, organize and layout all components of plumbing work through the use of blueprints, schematics, schedules, or sketches.
• Engage and interact with consultants, contractors, architects, etc. by providing assistance at all stages for the design and construction of college projects by determining/advising on requirements and standards for plumbing fixtures and systems.
• Respond to routine and emergency calls for repairs and service.
• Maintain all aspects of college systems up to and including drainage (storm and sanitary), water distribution systems (including irrigation), domestic systems, steam distribution, and science chemical drains.
• Knowledge of water treatment and distribution systems including repair, inspections, and maintenance.
• Knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair plumbing fixtures and appliances including water filtration, purification and culinary appliances. Repair, replace and maintain commercial plumbing equipment, fixtures, and appliances.
• Maintain plumbing drainage, waste, and vent systems including cleaning of stoppages in drain piping systems.
• Knowledgeable, and able to perform booster pump inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Educational Credentials
• High school degree or GED diploma required
• MI Master Plumber with city of Grand Rapids contractor's license preferred
• MI Journeyman Plumber with city of Grand Rapids contractor's license required
Work Experience
• Journeyman plumber with two (2) years experience preferred
• Commitment to earning a Master license within one (1) year after date of hire
• Three (3) years of plumbing experience in an academic/institutional setting preferred
• Knowledgeable in steam, condensate, domestic water, and waste systems
• ASSE backflow certified preferred
• Certified and knowledgeable in cross-connections, ability to repair all sizes of devices
Skills
• Must be able to troubleshoot all types of plumbing problems
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• Welding and fabrication skills
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations
• Familiar with lock out/tag out procedures and compliance
• Able to plan, layout and organize work with minimum supervision in a commercial and/or industrial environment
• Possess the ability to effectively communicate through written and oral communications
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Must possess basic computer skills
• Must have a valid Michigan driver license
Physical Demands
• Be able to lift 50 pounds
• Bend, stoop and stand for extended periods of time in completing work assignments
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull a variety of tools, equipment and materials
• Must be able to operate hand and power tools
• May be required to work in the vicinity of labs containing biohazardous substances
• Ability to work from ladders, lifts or scaffolding
• Ability to work inside or outside in hot or cold conditions
• Possession of a forklift/Hi-lo license within one (1) year after date of hire required
NEXT STEPS / APPLICATION PROCESS
• Please fill out an application athttps://www.grcc.edu/jobshttps://www.grcc.edu/jobs. Submit a cover letter and resume. The opportunity to apply for this position will close at the end of the day on the close date referenced at the top of this job posting.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.
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