The Facilities Plumber will be responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining the plumbing systems within our manufacturing plant. This role involves performing a variety of tasks related to plumbing, such as designing, implementing, inspecting, troubleshooting, and resolving issues to create and maintain the facility's plumbing infrastructure in excellent working condition. The Facilities Plumber will work closely with the Facilities Supervisor and other maintenance personnel to contribute to a safe, efficient, and productive working environment. If you are a highly skilled plumber looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing plant, we invite you to apply for the position of Facilities Plumber at iSpice Foods. Join our team and play a vital role in building and maintaining a top-notch facility that supports our mission of producing exceptional products for our valued customers. • Installation and Upgrades: Install new plumbing systems for water and compressed air, steam and condensate, fixtures, and equipment as needed for facility expansion or upgrades, ensuring compliance with relevant building codes and safety standards. • Plumbing System Maintenance: Regularly inspect and maintain the plumbing systems throughout the manufacturing plant, including compressed air lines, steam and condensate lines, water supply lines, drain lines, and sewer systems, to identify and address potential issues proactively. • Repairs and Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair plumbing-related problems, such as leaks, clogs, and faulty fixtures, in a timely and efficient manner to minimize downtime and maintain uninterrupted operations. • Pipefitting: Perform pipefitting tasks, including cutting, threading, and joining pipes to ensure proper flow and alignment of plumbing systems. • Backflow Prevention: Implement and maintain backflow prevention measures to safeguard potable water quality and prevent contamination. • Emergency Response: Be available for emergency plumbing repairs and respond promptly to urgent maintenance requests to mitigate potential risks and maintain a safe working environment. • Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all plumbing-related work, including repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance tasks, using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or other relevant documentation methods. • Compliance: Stay up to date with plumbing codes, regulations, and safety standards, ensuring that all plumbing work adheres to the necessary guidelines. • Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the Facilities team and other departments to address cross-functional maintenance issues and contribute to overall plant efficiency and productivity. • High school diploma or equivalent. • Journeyman Plumber certification or equivalent trade license. • Proven experience as a plumber, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing setting. • Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, materials, and fixtures. • Proficient in reading blueprints, technical drawings, and plumbing schematics. • Familiarity with building codes and safety regulations related to plumbing. • Ability to use plumbing tools and equipment effectively and safely. • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards. • Effective communication skills and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. iSpice Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) 3% Match • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Ability to Relocate: • Cortland, NY 13045: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>The Cornell University campus is widely admired as one of the world’s most beautiful academic settings. The Division of Facilities and Campus Services is committed to providing the highest quality service to faculty, students, staff, alumni, and visitors. With more than 260 major buildings enhancing the magnificent landscape of the Ithaca campus, approximately 1,000 highly talented and dedicated staff serve as steward of the campus resources and operations. All employees are accountable for supporting the organization’s values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity; and supporting inclusive and sustainable practices in carrying out everyday responsibilities. Facilities Management (FM) provides maintenance, grounds, and custodial services to the entire campus. As a key steward of the University’s facilities, FM is responsible for facility assessments, skilled trades, general construction, building care, grounds, recycling, asbestos, and the management of planned, corrective, and preventive maintenance. While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others. Perform installation of and the maintenance on all building and/or utilities distribution piping systems associated with the plumber, pipefitter and sprinkler fitter trade. Individual must have a strong knowledge of the plumbing, pipefitting and pipe welding industry, and an ability to read and understand shop & field drawings / documents. This is an Endowed, union position within the BTC. The starting pay rate is $41.72/hour. We are a value–based organization where all employees are accountable for supporting the organization’s values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity. Facilities and Campus Services employees are required to attend staff development trainings and participate in the performance evaluation process. We require these qualifications: • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent with at least 5 years of experience in the plumbing or related field. • Must belong to the local Plumbers Union or be able to join within 30 days after starting employment at Cornell. • Must have and maintain a valid US driver’s license; may be required to operate a motor vehicle (your own vehicle or Cornell-owned) to travel to/from job sites. • Good customer relations, interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills. • Required to inspect and work in crawl spaces, attics, laboratories, ventilation equipment, mechanical rooms, mechanical shafts, sub basements and confined, isolated areas. • Access to these may be by ladder or scaffold tower on platforms up to 100’ high. Risk exposure to asbestos, toxic vapors, heat, cold, height and accumulated dirt. Use of employer provided safety equipment, including a respirator, is required. • Must be available to work overtime as duties require, including weekends. • Possibility of shift work. • Delivers heavy material to job sites. • Must have ability to ascend and descend heights, have agility and freedom of movement, ability to climb stairs, ladders and scaffold, and ability to move easily in confined spaces. • Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities. You will be a top candidate with our preferred qualifications: • Apprentice certification desirable No relocation and visa sponsorship available. Rewards & Benefits: Cornell provides great benefits that include educational benefits, access to a plethora of wellness programs, employee discounts with local and national retail brands, health care options to choose from, generous paid leave provisions: 3 weeks of vacation leave, health and personal leave, 13 holidays (including end of year winter break through New Year’s Day), 2 floating holidays, and superior retirement contributions. Cornell has also been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. For more information . Application Procedure: Interested parties should submit a resume and cover letter describing qualifications on-line at under staff positions section. When applying through our system, please remember to attach resume and cover letter in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. In the Experience section of your application, use the ‘Drop Files Here’ box to manually drag document(s) into your application. For a more detailed description and instructions on how to apply online please . Cornell is an equal opportunity employer. For more information click . University Job Title: Plumber Job Family: Building Trades Council Level: REG Pay Rate Type: Hourly Pay Range: Refer to Union Pay Rates Link Below Remote Option Availability: Onsite Company: Endowed Contact Name: Catherine Baldessare Job Titles and Pay Ranges: Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria: • Prior relevant work or industry experience • Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position • Unique applicable skills • Academic Discipline To learn more about Cornell’s non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see . Union Positions The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about Cornell’s union wages, see . Current Employees: If you currently work at Cornell University, please exit this website and log in to using your Net ID and password. Select the Career icon on your Home dashboard to view jobs at Cornell. Online Submission Guidelines: Most positions at Cornell will require you to apply online and submit both a resume/CV and cover letter. You can upload documents either by “dragging and dropping” them into the dropbox or by using the “upload” icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit on the HR website. Employment Assistance: For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email . If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at . Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing . Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant. EEO Statement: Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. 2025-06-24 The Cornell University campus is widely admired as one of the world’s most beautiful academic settings. The Division of Facilities and Campus Services is committed to providing the highest quality service to faculty, students, staff, alumni, and visitors. With more than 260 major buildings enhancing the magnificent landscape of the Ithaca campus, approximately 1,000 highly talented and dedicated staff serve as steward of the campus resources and operations. All employees are accountable for supporting the organization’s values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity; and supporting inclusive and sustainable practices in carrying out everyday responsibilities. Facilities Management (FM) provides maintenance, grounds, and custodial services to the entire campus. As a key steward of the University’s facilities, FM is responsible for facility assessments, skilled trades, general construction, building care, grounds, recycling, asbestos, and the management of planned, corrective, and preventive maintenance. While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others. Perform installation of and the maintenance on all building and/or utilities distribution piping systems associated with the plumber, pipefitter and sprinkler fitter trade. Individual must have a strong knowledge of the plumbing, pipefitting and pipe welding industry, and an ability to read and understand shop & field drawings / documents. This is an Endowed, union position within the BTC. The starting pay rate is $41.72/hour. We are a value–based organization where all employees are accountable for supporting the organization’s values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity. Facilities and Campus Services employees are required to attend staff development trainings and participate in the performance evaluation process. We require these qualifications: • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent with at least 5 years of experience in the plumbing or related field. • Must belong to the local Plumbers Union or be able to join within 30 days after starting employment at Cornell. • Must have and maintain a valid US driver’s license; may be required to operate a motor vehicle (your own vehicle or Cornell-owned) to travel to/from job sites. • Good customer relations, interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills. • Required to inspect and work in crawl spaces, attics, laboratories, ventilation equipment, mechanical rooms, mechanical shafts, sub basements and confined, isolated areas. • Access to these may be by ladder or scaffold tower on platforms up to 100’ high. Risk exposure to asbestos, toxic vapors, heat, cold, height and accumulated dirt. Use of employer provided safety equipment, including a respirator, is required. • Must be available to work overtime as duties require, including weekends. • Possibility of shift work. • Delivers heavy material to job sites. • Must have ability to ascend and descend heights, have agility and freedom of movement, ability to climb stairs, ladders and scaffold, and ability to move easily in confined spaces. • Experience incorporating the perspectives of multiple communities. You will be a top candidate with our preferred qualifications: • Apprentice certification desirable No relocation and visa sponsorship available. Rewards & Benefits: Cornell provides great benefits that include educational benefits, access to a plethora of wellness programs, employee discounts with local and national retail brands, health care options to choose from, generous paid leave provisions: 3 weeks of vacation leave, health and personal leave, 13 holidays (including end of year winter break through New Year’s Day), 2 floating holidays, and superior retirement contributions. Cornell has also been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. For more information . Application Procedure: Interested parties should submit a resume and cover letter describing qualifications on-line at under staff positions section. When applying through our system, please remember to attach resume and cover letter in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. In the Experience section of your application, use the ‘Drop Files Here’ box to manually drag document(s) into your application. For a more detailed description and instructions on how to apply online please . Cornell is an equal opportunity employer. For more information click . University Job Title: Plumber Job Family: Building Trades Council Level: REG Pay Rate Type: Hourly Pay Range: Refer to Union Pay Rates Link Below Remote Option Availability: Onsite Company: Endowed Contact Name: Catherine Baldessare Job Titles and Pay Ranges: Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria: • Prior relevant work or industry experience • Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position • Unique applicable skills • Academic Discipline To learn more about Cornell’s non-union staff job titles and pay ranges, see . Union Positions The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined in accordance with the rates in the respective collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about Cornell’s union wages, see . Current Employees: If you currently work at Cornell University, please exit this website and log in to using your Net ID and password. Select the Career icon on your Home dashboard to view jobs at Cornell. Online Submission Guidelines: Most positions at Cornell will require you to apply online and submit both a resume/CV and cover letter. You can upload documents either by “dragging and dropping” them into the dropbox or by using the “upload” icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit on the HR website. Employment Assistance: For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email . If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at . Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing . Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant. EEO Statement: Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. 2025-06-24
See More Details >>Becoming a plumber in Cortland, NY, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 736,000 plumbers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550, equivalent to $1,183 per week. The average wage for plumbers in Cortland, NY, is $1,200 per week, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,500 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
