GMRT Sr. – (Specialty - Plumber)

Position Overview

The University of Kansas seeks a General Maintenance Repair Technician Senior in our Plumbing Shop. This position is responsible for independently or by leading a team to perform a wide variety of maintenance and emergency repair tasks to University buildings (physical structure, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems), with the position being involved in a regular program of inspection and repair at a journeyman level using more than one skilled trade. This position requires the operation of work issued vehicles.

Work schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4pm

Facilities Services within KU Operations plays a vital role in maintaining an inviting and safe campus environment that supports teaching, learning and research. KU Operations supports KU’s mission of learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor by providing the visible and behind-the-scenes services that make possible the university’s academic and research missions. Learn more about working for Facilities Services here: Working For Facilities Services | Facilities Services

KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options, and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities.

Tuition assistance offers up to 12 credit hours per year for employees and Employee Dependent Tuition Assistance Scholarship (EDTAS) award opportunities! Details available at: https://humanresources.ku.edu/tuition-assistance

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard, and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

Job Description

50% - This is a lead position to assist in the troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance for various plumbing and structural equipment. Installs and maintains assembles and installs a variety of metal and non-metal piping and pipe fittings for water and compressed air pipes, couplings, traps, and pipe fittings, including those made of brass, copper, lead and plastic. Joins piping by means of threaded, calked and soldered. Secures pipes to structure with clamps, brackets and hangers, using hand and power tools. Maintains water softeners. Installs and maintains drinking fountains, lavatories, commodes, etc. Performs all work in accordance with local building codes and KU standards. Assists in training and mentoring general maintenance staff.

40% - Assist other trade groups such as electrical, HVAC and carpentry as needed. Responds to emergency calls such as loss of domestic or heating water or other emergency calls as needed.

5% - Other Related Work as Assigned: Maintains an adequate supply of tools, parts, and supplies for jobs. Responds to after-hours emergency calls as needed. Assists with other maintenance areas and in other work areas as assigned. Assists with snow removal and surface treatment.

5% - Performs other related work as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Reach, grasp, hold, lift and place moderately heavy loads and heavy loads occasionally (50 lbs) with or without accommodation.

• Perform work above normal heights, in confined spaces and extreme temperatures (hot and cold) inside and outdoors.

• Operate work issued vehicles for transporting staff and materials

• Work occasional planned and unplanned overtime as needed including responding to after-hours emergencies as needed.

• Report to work during declared periods of inclement weather.

• Must have a valid driver’s license by the time of hire and maintain that license throughout employment.

• Must digitally enter work order information and perform other electronic communications as required.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency.

• Three (3) years of experience in a skilled craft area. Certificate from a vocational school or an associate's degree in a building or mechanical trade area may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

• Must have a valid driver’s license by the time of hire and maintain the license throughout employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of general maintenance that includes plumbing troubleshooting and repairs.

• Knowledge of the standard practices, tools, equipment and materials associated with a variety of skilled crafts and building trades as evidenced by application materials.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of skilled crafts and building trades as evidenced by application materials.

• Ability to read and correctly interpret blueprints, electrical or plumbing schematics as evidenced by application materials and work history.

• Experience working in a university, college or multi-building campus environment.

Additional Candidate Instructions

A complete application will include the following:

• Current contact information including email and phone number

• Previous work experience including dates of employment

• Name and contact information to three references

Resume/Cover letter is optional.

Application review begins Monday, October 26th and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.

Contact Information to Applicants

Charles Helmer

[email protected]

785-864-1298

Advertised Salary Range

Starting at $40,000

Application Review Begins

Monday October 26, 2026

Anticipated Start Date

Monday November 16, 2026

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Posting Information

• Posting ID: 33983BR
• Department: FS Maintenance Services
• Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
• Assignment: On-Site
• Reg/Temp: Regular
• Employee Class: B-University Support Staff
• Review Begins: 26-Oct-2026