Plumbers Helper Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Job Posting Information
Posting Number
PG195079SP
Internal Recruitment
No
Working Title
Plumber II
Anticipated Hiring Range
$50,000 - $55,000
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Job Location
Raleigh, NC
Department
Building Maintenance & Operations
About the Department
The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, buildandmaintainthe spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:

• Design & Construction
• Business Operations
• Campus Operations and Maintenance
• Campus Planning and Strategic Investment

Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship.
Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Propositionand learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
Are you an experienced plumber looking for an opportunity to work on a varied range of facilities while making a lasting impact on a major university campus?
As a Plumber II, you will perform skilled installation, repair, maintenance, and modification of complex plumbing and piping systems that support classrooms, laboratories, offices, residence halls, and other critical campus facilities. This journey-level role offers the opportunity to apply advanced plumbing and pipefitting expertise while expanding your knowledge through exposure to secondary electrical and HVAC-related systems. If you take pride in solving complex problems, delivering quality workmanship, and supporting the infrastructure that keeps a campus community running, we encourage you to apply and join our team.
Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Install, maintain, repair, and modify plumbing and piping systems, including water, waste, steam, gas, chilled water, and compressed air systems.
• Service domestic, lab, and acid waste drainage systems, building sewers, and associated fixtures and equipment.
• Perform pipefitting tasks, including cutting, threading, assembling, testing, and installing piping, valves, supports, and fixtures.
• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance on plumbing and related air, gas, water, and waste disposal systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair boilers, pumps, steam systems, compressors, water softeners, and related equipment.
• Apply working knowledge of secondary electrical and HVAC-related systems, controls, and components.
• Ensure all work complies with Federal, State, OSHA, and Facilities Operations safety policies and procedures.
• Identify and address safety hazards and properly use required personal protective equipment.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors, coworkers, and campus customers regarding work assignments and timelines.
• Perform tasks that involve climbing ladders, accessing confined or elevated spaces, occasional lifting up to 60 lbs, and working in varied conditions, including exposure to areas with insects or small animals. All essential duties must be completed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Other Responsibilities

• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Qualifications
Minimum Experience/Education
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification(s).
Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the plumbing trade with a secondary trade set in electrical and HVAC.
• NC plumbing license, or reciprocal, or local jurisdiction Journeyman plumber certification.
• CFC certification.

Required License or Certification

• Valid North Carolina driver's license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.

Valid NC Driver's License required
Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date
07/24/2026
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
07/31/2026
Notice to Applicants
Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.
Special Instructions
In addition to a fully completed application please submit a resume and the contact information for at least three professional references.
Position Details
Position Number
00043716
Position Type
SHRA
Position Classification Band Title
Facility Maintenance Technician - Mechanical Trades
Position Classification Band Level
Journey
Position Classification Salary Range
$ 35,099 - $ 74,402
Salary Grade Equivalency
NC10
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00
Appointment
12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies, Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure
Time Limited Position
No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id
445030 - Building Maintenance & Operations
EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.