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Get Access To All JobsState Role Title: Trades Technician III
Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)
Position Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Business Services
Department: 300131 - Trades/Shop AUX
Pay Band: 3
Pay Rate: Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount: $57,000 - $65,000
Is this a JMU only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
Beginning Review Date: 9/22/2026
About JMU:
At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.
Why Work at JMU?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:
- Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
- Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
- Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.
- Tuition Waiver Program: Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.
At JMU, we believe in Being the Change — and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.
Discover what makes JMU a great place to work: bit.ly/JMUEmployment
General Information:
James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for a Plumber Steamfitter Senior to perform Master level technical tasks in plumbing, gas, fire sprinkler, and steamfitting trades. This position requires participation in an on-call rotation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participates as a member of a team providing plumbing, steam, and other trade services to complete assigned projects
- Services, maintains, inspects, and repairs plumbing, steam, fire sprinkler, food service, heating, and other equipment as assigned
- Installs plumbing, steam, or other equipment as assigned. Installation may include design and/or specification elements
- Completes assignments in a timely and correct manner according to code, policy, and regulations
- Records and provides information as requested
- Communicates important information to the supervisor or other designated individuals
Qualifications
Required:
- Knowledge of and demonstrated experience with commercial, institutional, and residential plumbing, heating, steam equipment, fire sprinklers, food service equipment, welding, soldering, and plumbing code
- Master level plumbing/steam fitting skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Skilled in dealing with a wide assortment of personalities, both directly and indirectly
- Master plumber certification required within 2 years of hire
- Backflow certification is required within 2 years of hire
- A Valid Driver's License
Additional Posting Information:
Conditions of Employment:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable MVR.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
State Role Title: Trades Technician III
Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)
Position Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Business Services
Department: 300131 - Trades/Shop AUX
Pay Band: 3
Pay Rate: Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount: $57,000 - $65,000
Is this a JMU only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
Beginning Review Date: 9/22/2026
About JMU:
At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.
Why Work at JMU?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:
- Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
- Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
- Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.
- Tuition Waiver Program: Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.
At JMU, we believe in Being the Change — and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.
Discover what makes JMU a great place to work: bit.ly/JMUEmployment
General Information:
James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for a Plumber Steamfitter Senior to perform Master level technical tasks in plumbing, gas, fire sprinkler, and steamfitting trades. This position requires participation in an on-call rotation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participates as a member of a team providing plumbing, steam, and other trade services to complete assigned projects
- Services, maintains, inspects, and repairs plumbing, steam, fire sprinkler, food service, heating, and other equipment as assigned
- Installs plumbing, steam, or other equipment as assigned. Installation may include design and/or specification elements
- Completes assignments in a timely and correct manner according to code, policy, and regulations
- Records and provides information as requested
- Communicates important information to the supervisor or other designated individuals
Qualifications
Required:
- Knowledge of and demonstrated experience with commercial, institutional, and residential plumbing, heating, steam equipment, fire sprinklers, food service equipment, welding, soldering, and plumbing code
- Master level plumbing/steam fitting skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Skilled in dealing with a wide assortment of personalities, both directly and indirectly
- Master plumber certification required within 2 years of hire
- Backflow certification is required within 2 years of hire
- A Valid Driver's License
Additional Posting Information:
Conditions of Employment:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable MVR.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Plumber
Document your trade credentials before applying
Gather your journeyman or master plumber license, apprenticeship completion records, and union cards before contacting employers. PERM requires your employer to verify your qualifications meet the advertised job requirements, so gaps in documentation slow the process.
Target contractors enrolled in E-Verify
Commercial plumbing contractors and mechanical subcontractors on federal construction projects must use E-Verify, which signals an established process for hiring and sponsoring foreign workers. Focus your search on firms with federal or municipal contract history.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters plumber and pipefitter roles by employers with active green card sponsorship history, saving you from cold-applying to contractors who have never filed a PERM. Start your search there before reaching out to hiring managers.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your plumber classification and work location before PERM is certified. Look up your area's wage level using the OFLC Wage Search so you can evaluate whether an offer meets the requirement.
Negotiate a written sponsorship commitment before accepting
Ask for a signed sponsorship agreement that outlines who pays PERM filing costs and attorney fees before you accept an offer. USCIS rules prohibit employers from passing certain immigration costs onto you, but getting this in writing avoids disputes later.
Verify your occupation qualifies under EB-3
Plumbers typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers because the role requires at least two years of training or experience. Confirm your specific job title matches the O*NET occupational profile your employer will use in the PERM application.
Green Card Plumber: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a plumber qualify for an employment-based green card?
Yes. Plumbers qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers occupations requiring at least two years of training or experience, including licensed trades. Your employer sponsors you through PERM labor certification, then files an I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf. There is no lottery and no annual cap at the petition level, though visa availability depends on your country of birth.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for plumbing jobs?
The H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant visa designed for specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree, and plumbing roles rarely qualify. Green card sponsorship through EB-3 leads to permanent residency with no renewal required. There is no H-1B-style annual lottery at the EB-3 level, and the PERM process directly ties your employer's sponsorship to a permanent position rather than a time-limited work authorization.
How long does the PERM and green card process take for a plumber?
Plan for 18 to 36 months from PERM filing to receiving your green card if you were born outside India or China, where backlogs are minimal for EB-3 skilled workers. PERM adjudication currently averages several months at DOL, followed by I-140 processing at USCIS, then adjustment of status or consular processing. Audit selection at the PERM stage can add 12 or more months.
What credentials do I need to qualify for EB-3 sponsorship as a plumber?
Most employers require a journeyman plumber license issued by your state or a recognized apprenticeship completion certificate covering at least four years of on-the-job training. Your employer's PERM job description will specify the minimum requirements, and you must meet every listed criterion at the time of filing. If you hold a master plumber license, that strengthens your application without changing the EB-3 category.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a plumber for a green card?
Most plumbing contractors have never sponsored a foreign worker and may not know the process. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers in the plumbing and pipefitting industry that have an active green card sponsorship track record. Targeting companies that have completed PERM filings before dramatically shortens your search, since those employers already have immigration counsel and internal processes in place.