Facilities Maintenance Worker specializing in Plumbing **University of Dubuque** 1 Positions ID: WExVRm5PSmNtYlJjTVkx Posted On 01/12/2026 **Job Overview** The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University that is seeking a **Facilities Maintenance Worker specializing in Plumbing** **.** The University of Dubuque offers a competitive wage and an excellent benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and a retirement match. **Position Summary:** The Facilities Maintenance Worker will be responsible for performing general maintenance and repair duties across campus buildings and facilities, with a specialization in plumbing. The ideal candidate will be a dependable, self-motivated individual who takes pride in their work and values teamwork in a mission-driven environment. **Primary Responsibilities:** + Perform building piping work, including industrial and domestic water, sewer and other drain lines, air, gas, vacuum, and steam lines + Install, maintain, and repair fixtures such as faucets, toilets, steam traps, drains, water fountains, water heaters, and similar devices + Maintain, repair, and install building plumbing systems, components, fixtures, and equipment according to established maintenance schedules; clean obstructions from waste and sewage lines + Perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, remodels, & new construction + Perform preventative maintenance on equipment & buildings + Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner + Perform routine maintenance tasks including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry and painting + Perform snow removal related activities when necessary + Assist with event setup and campus preparation + Conduct inspections to identify and resolve issues proactively + Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with safety regulations + Repair and/or replace concrete, plaster walls, paint walls, ceilings, fixtures, etc. + Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's _Mission_ **Skills and Abilities:** + Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions + Occasional heavy lifting up to 100 lbs. is required + Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time, bend, stoop, and kneel + Ability to climb a 12' ladder, work on scaffolding & operate an aerial lift + Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, and interpersonal **Qualifications:** + Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent + Licensed journeyman preferred or 5 years or more experience in journeyman-level plumbing + Willingness to get backflow licensing next time training is in the area + Must have a valid driver's license + Respond to calls for emergency services including snow removal on nights and weekends + Ability to pass a background check Compensation will be determined based on factors including market conditions, organizational considerations, and the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate. To apply with a growing faith based University for the **Facilities Maintenance Worker specializing in Plumbing** position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and UD employment application, located on our website, to HR@dbq.edu or to the Director of Human Resources, at the University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding the Jeanne Clery Act, please go to https://www.dbq.edu/SafetySecurity/JeanneCleryAct/ Primary Contact 12298 Human Resources -University of Dubuque , HR 563-589-3364 Phone Phone Phone 563-589-3682 Fax HR@dbq.edu Email True True True **Job Details** Categories Education Maintenance/Repair Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Company ID 1313 Job REQ # WExVRm5PSmNtYlJjTVkxTXY1ckNsMFg1QjJma2UvYzZQd3FEVlg5eDh3OHRSN1JTZUNCekVraG15OURyZ254dXVUa2xyMUJNS2gvWHJwYmd0QnQrQWc9PQ== \# Positions 1 Start Date 20260112 End Date 20260224 Featured Job TH Ad TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Assistant Chief Flight Instructor - Fixed-Wing University of Dubuque Certified Flight Instructors University of Dubuque Facilities Maintenance Worker University of Dubuque Chief Flight Instructor - Rotor Wing University of Dubuque Adjunct Instructors in Flight Operations or Aviati University of Dubuque Professional Engineer - Civil (Direct Hire) Sedona Staffing Services Purchasing Agent Sedona Staffing Services Full-Time Faculty in Aviation University of Dubuque Adjunct Instructors in Nursing University of Dubuque Assistant Director of Clinical Education- Physical Clarke University **Share this Job** University of Dubuque **About the Company** **About the University of Dubuque** The University of Dubuque is a private, Presbyterian, coeducational, professional university with a foundation in the liberal arts. Our commitment is to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit as well as encouraging students to explore their fullest potential, is part of a rich Christian identity that dates back to the University's founding in 1852. Our welcoming interfaith community of 2000 students attracts young men and women from across the country and around the globe who seek the knowledge and the skills to make a difference in our ever-changing world. Within a values and faith base, we offer you an array of perspectives and broad exposure to our truly global society. The University comprises the undergraduate college, the graduate school, and the theological seminary. **Mission and Vision** The University of Dubuque is a private university offering undergraduate, graduate, and theological seminary degrees, and other educational opportunities with the intention of educating and forming the whole person. The University is comprised of individuals from the region, our nation, and the world. As a community, the University practices its Christian commitments by educating students, pursuing excellence in scholarship, challenging students to live lives of worth and purpose, and preparing students for service to the church and the world. Therefore, the University of Dubuque is committed to: + A hospitable Christian environment which respects other faith traditions; + Relationships which encourage intellectual, spiritual, and moral development; + Excellence in academic inquiry and professional preparation; + A diverse and equitable community where Christian love is practiced; + Stewardship of all God' human and natural resources; + Zeal for life-long learning and service.