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University at Buffalo
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Trades Specialist (Plumber Steamfitter)

University at Buffalo · United States
Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 177 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full time
Reference
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Posted Oct 16, 2026
Offered salary$52,694

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Trades Specialist (Plumber Steamfitter)

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Trades Specialist (Plumber Steamfitter)
Classification Title Trades Specialist (Plumber Steamfitter)
Department Residential Maintenance Services
Posting Number C260092
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64651
Employer State
Bargaining Unit 02 - CSEA (Admin)
Appointment Type
Classified Appointment Term Permanent
Classified Position Type Non-Competitive Classified
Temporary Until
Salary Grade SG12
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary The Division of Student Life is accepting applications to fill a full-time Trades Specialist (Plumber Steamfitter) position within Residential Maintenance Services. In this role, you will work with a team of dynamic and diverse individuals and ensure functionality of the plumbing and HVAC systems across UB’s North and South campuses. All Student Life trades, and custodial staff work within UB’s residential halls and apartments.

In a typical year, Campus Living houses up to 7,500 students at UB. Our skilled trades and custodial staff care for the buildings our students live in. Their priority is the health and safety of our students. Without dedicated cleaners and maintenance staff, the university would not be able to have a residential program.

Key Responsibilities:Trades Specialists (Plumber & Steamfitter) perform journey-level plumbing and steamfitting work and may supervise others in the installation, alteration, and repair of pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, ventilating, heating control, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes.
  • Assigns repairs, troubleshoot, maintain, and install plumbing and heating components.
  • Read blueprints, plan, and lay out work procedures
  • Estimate labor and material requirements for routine work and projects.
  • Respond to daily service request and work orders
  • Work on small plumbing, steam fitting, and HVAC campus projects.

In the event of an emergency, services related to the health and safety of students, faculty, staff, and guests, and the security and maintenance of facilities are essential and must continue. Employees hired into this position are designated as ‘Level 1’ meaning they are considered essential and are expected to report to campus so that these services will continue without disruption.

Learn more:
  • Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
  • Being a part of the University at Buffalo community

About Student Life Student Lifeis dedicated to creating a student-centered environment that fosters engagement, well-being, and success. Guided by four strategic priorities—student engagement, health and wellness, personalized support, and advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice—we provide transformative experiences that empower students to grow, lead, and thrive. As a member of Student Life, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals united by shared values and a commitment to student success. We think big, act boldly, and pursue excellence with purpose. Together, we build inclusive communities, champion discovery, and celebrate the achievements that shape the UB experience.
Our team recognizes the advantages diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the workplace. We are particularly interested in candidates who share this value and will work to achieve the university’s goals of inclusive excellence.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Departmental Operating Needs
  • Strong understanding of safety standards and procedures
  • Knowledge of applicable NYS plumbing codes and regulations
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics
  • Manage and assign service request (work orders) and document service work performed
  • Inspect work both while it is in progress and when it is completed to ensure that the work has been done properly
  • Diagnose malfunctions with plumbing and heating equipment
  • Removal or installation of plumbing, steam fitting & HVAC equipment
  • Engage in all facets of small plumbing, steam fitting & HVAC campus projects
  • Repair leaks in fixtures (i.e. faucets, valves)
  • Clean blocked pipes (i.e. toilets, tubs)
  • Repair or replace pipes, couplings, motors, and impellers
  • Gather information needed to properly estimate labor and material requirements
  • Submit orders for materials needed for new installations and necessary repairs
Minimum Qualifications One or more of the following:
  • Four years of full-time experience in plumbing under a skilled tradesperson, which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program, or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in plumbing at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services; or
  • Successful completion of the two-year Trades Specialist (Plumber & Steamfitter) traineeship or a two-year plumbing training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program* such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship and Certificate Program.

* Successful completion of the traineeship and the training program includes a total of 288 hours of trade-specific classroom instruction, 45 hours of technical math course work, 45 hours of technical communications course work, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading course work. Course work must be completed with an average of “C” or better. Additionally, successful completion of the traineeship also includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training.
Preferred Qualifications
  • When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
  • Strong understanding of safety standards and procedures
  • Knowledge of applicable NYS plumbing codes and regulations
Our University Community
Prodig+ No
Executive Position No
Physical Demands
  • Frequently moves equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder, to complete maintenance and repairs.
  • The person in this position constantly positions self to maintenance or repair equipment at high or low levels where standing, kneeling may be needed for at least 50% of the time
Driving Requirements A Class D driver’s license is a required minimum qualification for this position. Employees must operate university owned vehicles for business purposes and be enrolled in the LENS program to verify license validity.
Salary Range $52,694
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Days Weekdays - Monday - Friday
Work Hours 7:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
Scheduled Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Job Type Full-Time
Campus As Assigned
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting? Yes
Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.
Contact Information
Contact's Name Heidi Tschopp
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Administrative Assistant
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-829-2250
Posting Dates
Posted 10/09/2026
Deadline for Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be Filled

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
    • Research Foundation Employee
    • State Classified
    • State Professional
    • UB Foundation
    • TA/GA
    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  2. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
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    • Chronicle of Higher Education
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    • Conference
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    • UBJobs.buffalo.edu
    • Other
    • WNY Jobs
  3. * Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Do you possess a valid NYS Class D driver's license?
    • Yes
    • No

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