Lead Water Distribution and Collection Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Provide lead work direction to skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled staff in plumbing and water distribution operations; assign, monitor, and inspect work for compliance with codes, standards, and safety requirements
• Perform the full range of skilled plumbing work, including installation, modification, repair, and maintenance of mechanical plumbing systems for water, gas, oil, steam, condensate, sewage, fire prevention, and refrigeration
• Lead and perform maintenance, testing, and repair of potable and recycled water systems; monitor, test, and chemically treat water to maintain compliance with health and safety standards
• Conduct backflow device testing, recordkeeping, and maintenance; perform recycled and potable water cross-connection testing and corrective actions per regulatory standards
• Perform routine inspections, troubleshoot plumbing systems, and complete repairs to ensure reliability and water quality
• Estimate cost, labor, and materials; coordinate with other trades and contractors to ensure efficient and compliant project execution
• Follow established safety procedures, maintain required certifications, and ensure adherence to Cal / OSHA, state plumbing codes, and university safety policies
• Maintain detailed maintenance and testing records, document as-built changes, and prepare standard reports using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Communicate effectively with campus constituents to address plumbing service needs and ensure timely resolution of issues

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required Qualifications

License

A valid driver's license is required for this position. Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California driver's license within 10 days of hire in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles regulations.

Once hired the employee must successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for California State University campuses.

Preferred Qualifications

Compensation

Classification : Lead Plumber

Anticipated Hiring Range : $7,551 / month - $8,014 / month (Step 7 – Step 10)

CSU Salary Range : $ 6,705 / month - $ 9,768 / month (Step 1 – Step 20)

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary .