Mid Level Plumber Jobs
Mid level plumber jobs go to tradespeople ready to own service calls and installations from start to finish, coordinate with contractors, and troubleshoot complex systems with minimal supervision. Openings run predominantly on-site across Retail, Construction & Real Estate, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Walmart, CBRE, and LCMC Health hiring at this level now.
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Plumber 2
The University of New Mexico is seeking a skilled Licensed Journeyman Plumber (Plumber 2) to perform maintenance, repair, installation, and troubleshooting on a wide variety of commercial and institutional plumbing systems. This position works on everything from domestic water systems and backflow prevention devices to steam distribution systems, pumps, heat exchangers, and gas infrastructure.
As a member of the Facility Services team, you will help ensure the reliable operation of critical campus systems that support classrooms, research laboratories, healthcare facilities, student housing, and administrative buildings. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex mechanical and utility systems across one of New Mexico's largest and most diverse campuses, where no two days are the same and your work has a direct impact on the University community.
Facility Services consists of Building & Landscape Services, Facilities Design & Construction (FDC), Facilities Customer Services, Facilities Support Services, and Technical Services and is responsible for maintaining more than 10 million square feet of facilities and 680 acres of open space.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintains and repairs general plumbing components to include toilets, urinals, faucets, hose bibs, and drains.
- Installs, repairs, or replaces domestic hot and cold water lines.
- Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat exchangers and water heaters.
- Repairs and replaces pneumatic steam valves, radiator valves, traps, and steam and condensate pipes.
- Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat pumps, chilled water pumps, sump pumps, and sewage pumps.
- Installs, tests, and repairs all sizes of backflow prevention devices.
- Troubleshoots and repairs steam, water, and gas utility distribution systems.
- Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Please Note: Because this is a pooled position posting it may require you to work in the Health Sciences Center (HSC) area of UNM. This means you will be working in medical laboratory research, medical clinical, and medical academic spaces. These HSC environments may require the donning of medically approved personal protective equipment (PPE).
Additionally, this position is subject to overtime and on-call assignments, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support campus operations.
Why Join Us?
Working as a staff member at the University of New Mexico (UNM) offers a range of exciting benefits including:
- Comprehensive Healthcare: Access to competitive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement Plans: Pension and enrollment in a choice of additional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
- Paid Time Off: Generous annual vacation leave (up to 168 hours per year), sick leave (up to 96 hours per year), and 11 paid holidays to support work-life balance.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.
- Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, fitness facilities, and resources promoting employee health and well-being.
- Community Engagement: Involvement in a vibrant campus community with diverse cultural and recreational activities.
- Job Security: Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within our respected flagship institution of New Mexico.
This is a great opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive, mission-driven environment while helping to protect and serve the UNM community.
If you're ready to take your plumbing career to the next level—we want to hear from you!
See the Position Description for additional information.
- Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
- Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
- Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
- All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
High school diploma or GED; at least 4 years of trades experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Possession of a current New Mexico Journeyman Plumber's License.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
- Experience with steam, water, and natural gas distribution systems
- Knowledge of New Mexico plumbing codes and preventive maintenance practices
- Familiarity with backflow prevention and testing
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical diagrams
- Strong troubleshooting and repair skills in both residential and commercial systems
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
To be considered for this position: 1. Complete the official UNMJOBS application; you must include all prior work experience, including the full dates of employment (month and year) for each position held, and the number of hours worked per week. 2. Attach your current resume with three professional references listed. 3. Attach your cover letter that addresses our preferred qualifications. 4. Incomplete applications will not be considered.Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
Plumber 2
The University of New Mexico is seeking a skilled Licensed Journeyman Plumber (Plumber 2) to perform maintenance, repair, installation, and troubleshooting on a wide variety of commercial and institutional plumbing systems. This position works on everything from domestic water systems and backflow prevention devices to steam distribution systems, pumps, heat exchangers, and gas infrastructure.
As a member of the Facility Services team, you will help ensure the reliable operation of critical campus systems that support classrooms, research laboratories, healthcare facilities, student housing, and administrative buildings. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex mechanical and utility systems across one of New Mexico's largest and most diverse campuses, where no two days are the same and your work has a direct impact on the University community.
Facility Services consists of Building & Landscape Services, Facilities Design & Construction (FDC), Facilities Customer Services, Facilities Support Services, and Technical Services and is responsible for maintaining more than 10 million square feet of facilities and 680 acres of open space.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintains and repairs general plumbing components to include toilets, urinals, faucets, hose bibs, and drains.
- Installs, repairs, or replaces domestic hot and cold water lines.
- Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat exchangers and water heaters.
- Repairs and replaces pneumatic steam valves, radiator valves, traps, and steam and condensate pipes.
- Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat pumps, chilled water pumps, sump pumps, and sewage pumps.
- Installs, tests, and repairs all sizes of backflow prevention devices.
- Troubleshoots and repairs steam, water, and gas utility distribution systems.
- Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Please Note: Because this is a pooled position posting it may require you to work in the Health Sciences Center (HSC) area of UNM. This means you will be working in medical laboratory research, medical clinical, and medical academic spaces. These HSC environments may require the donning of medically approved personal protective equipment (PPE).
Additionally, this position is subject to overtime and on-call assignments, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support campus operations.
Why Join Us?
Working as a staff member at the University of New Mexico (UNM) offers a range of exciting benefits including:
- Comprehensive Healthcare: Access to competitive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement Plans: Pension and enrollment in a choice of additional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
- Paid Time Off: Generous annual vacation leave (up to 168 hours per year), sick leave (up to 96 hours per year), and 11 paid holidays to support work-life balance.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.
- Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, fitness facilities, and resources promoting employee health and well-being.
- Community Engagement: Involvement in a vibrant campus community with diverse cultural and recreational activities.
- Job Security: Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within our respected flagship institution of New Mexico.
This is a great opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive, mission-driven environment while helping to protect and serve the UNM community.
If you're ready to take your plumbing career to the next level—we want to hear from you!
See the Position Description for additional information.
- Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
- Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
- Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
- All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
High school diploma or GED; at least 4 years of trades experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Possession of a current New Mexico Journeyman Plumber's License.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
- Experience with steam, water, and natural gas distribution systems
- Knowledge of New Mexico plumbing codes and preventive maintenance practices
- Familiarity with backflow prevention and testing
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical diagrams
- Strong troubleshooting and repair skills in both residential and commercial systems
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
To be considered for this position: 1. Complete the official UNMJOBS application; you must include all prior work experience, including the full dates of employment (month and year) for each position held, and the number of hours worked per week. 2. Attach your current resume with three professional references listed. 3. Attach your cover letter that addresses our preferred qualifications. 4. Incomplete applications will not be considered.Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
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Mid Level Plumber Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level plumber job?
Position yourself around the complexity and ownership of work you have already handled. Highlight projects where you diagnosed and resolved issues independently, led a portion of a job site, or trained a helper or apprentice. Employers at this level want to see that you can be handed a work order and execute it without constant oversight, so lead with specific systems you have worked on and trades you have coordinated with.
Which companies hire mid level plumbers?
Companies hiring mid level plumbers right now include Walmart, CBRE, and LCMC Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring covers commercial plumbing contractors, property management firms, and facilities maintenance operations looking for journeymen who can take on full scopes of work independently.
Are there remote mid level plumber jobs?
Yes, though most plumbing work is hands-on and on-site by nature. About 0% of mid level plumber openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be estimating, project coordination, or service dispatch roles that draw on field experience rather than requiring physical pipe work every day.
How do I move up to a mid level plumber role?
Moving from entry level to mid level means building a record of completing jobs with less and less supervision over time. Focus on deepening your knowledge of one or two systems, such as commercial drain or hydronic heating, while taking on increasingly complex service calls. Earning your journeyman license, if your state requires one, and demonstrating that you can scope and sequence a job independently are the clearest signals employers look for when promoting or hiring at this level.
Which industries hire the most mid level plumbers?
Mid Level plumber roles concentrate in Retail, Construction & Real Estate, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive consistent demand because they involve ongoing construction, renovation, and facilities maintenance work that requires experienced tradespeople who can operate without a foreman on every task.