Plumber II - 60014689
State of South Carolina
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Plumber Apprentice
State of South Carolina
Clemson University
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$33,339 - $37,200
per year
Type
Full-Time
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April 10, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This plumber apprentice role at Clemson University involves helping with routine inspections and maintenance of plumbing systems like eyewash stations, safety showers, and fire sprinklers, as well as responding to emergency floods until experts arrive.
The job requires working alone or in small teams to fix blockages, install fixtures, and ensure everything follows safety codes.
It's a good fit for someone with basic hands-on experience in trades who wants to learn plumbing in a university setting and values safety.
Key Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Formal training or direct experience in plumbing or related trades
- Valid Class D Driver's License (for vehicles under 26,000 lbs)
- Ability to assist in inspecting and maintaining eyewash/safety showers and sprinkler heads
- Knowledge of basic plumbing valves, shut-offs, and emergency response to flooding
- Compliance with OSHA, state, and university safety standards
- Experience documenting maintenance using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Works independently or as a member of a 2 person team to conduct inspection of lab eyewash/safety showers and from the floor sprinkler head inspections. Respond to flooding plumbing emergencies.
JOB DUTIES:
60% - Essential - Plumbing Maintenance: Assists in approximately 800 Eyewash/Safety Shower yearly inspections. From floor to inspect visually sprinkler heads in or below ceiling.
Assists in Unstopping blockages in all types of plumbing fixtures and building drains.
Assists in Installs and maintains plumbing fixtures, water distribution pipes and fittings on drains, water and vent pipes and fittings, and other related equipment according to the Standard Plumbing Code.25% - Essential - Fire Suppression System Maintenance: Assist in scheduled inspections, testing and preventative maintenance according to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Clemson University Fire Marshal guidelines.
Ensures reliability of sprinkler systems and related building fire fighting components.
Documents testing, inspections, maintenance and repairs utilizing University Facilities Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).10% - Essential - Respond to flooding plumbing emergencies until on call staff arrives (basic knowledge of plumbing valves, shut offs and stop's)5% - Essential - Safety: Promotes a safe workplace and demonstrate safe work practices.
Comply with all OSHA, State and University Facilities safety standards.
Requirements
Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000
Qualifications
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