1. Job Purpose

To ensure the proper functioning, maintenance, repair, and upkeep of all plumbing systems and water supply infrastructure across the university campus. The Plumber will be responsible for addressing plumbing complaints, preventing water leakages, maintaining drainage systems, ensuring uninterrupted water supply, and supporting the overall maintenance of university buildings and facilities.

2. Key Roles and Responsibilities

A. Plumbing Maintenance & Repairs

- Carry out installation, repair, and maintenance of water supply pipelines, drainage systems, and plumbing fixtures across the university campus.
- Repair leaking taps, faucets, washbasins, toilets, urinals, showers, flush tanks, and other plumbing fittings.
- Attend to complaints related to blocked drains, sewer lines, overflowing washrooms, and water leakage.
- Repair and replace damaged pipes, valves, joints, fittings, and other plumbing components.
- Conduct regular inspections of plumbing systems in classrooms, laboratories, offices, hostels, staff quarters, kitchens, and other campus buildings.
- Ensure proper functioning of overhead and underground water supply systems.
- Identify plumbing faults and undertake corrective action within the stipulated timeline.

B. Water Supply & Pump Operations

- Monitor the regular supply and distribution of water across the university campus.
- Assist in the operation and maintenance of water pumps, motors, valves, and associated equipment.
- Monitor water storage tanks and report any leakage, overflow, or malfunction.
- Ensure proper functioning of water supply pipelines and distribution networks.
- Coordinate with the Maintenance Supervisor for pump-related breakdowns and major repairs.
- Monitor water pressure and identify irregularities in water distribution.
- Support measures for water conservation and prevention of unnecessary water wastage.

C. Drainage & Sanitation Management

- Ensure proper functioning of drainage and sewage disposal systems.
- Attend to blocked washroom drains, kitchen drainage lines, and sewerage pipelines.
- Carry out cleaning and maintenance of floor traps, drainage outlets, and plumbing connections.
- Identify and report drainage blockages, foul odours, and sewage-related issues.




- Ensure proper disposal of wastewater through designated drainage systems.
- Coordinate with sanitation and housekeeping teams for resolving plumbing-related hygiene issues.

D. Preventive Maintenance

- Conduct periodic inspections of pipelines, taps, valves, water tanks, pumps, and other plumbing installations.
- Identify potential leakages and plumbing defects before they develop into major problems.
- Undertake scheduled preventive maintenance of plumbing infrastructure.
- Maintain records of routine inspections, repairs, and replacement activities.
- Immediately report major defects requiring specialised technical intervention.
- Ensure timely maintenance of hostel bathrooms, common washrooms, kitchens, and drinking water points.

E. Complaint Management & Emergency Response

- Attend to plumbing complaints received from various university departments.
- Respond promptly to emergency complaints involving water leakage, burst pipes, blocked drains, and water supply disruptions.
- Prioritise complaints based on urgency and impact on university operations.
- Coordinate with the Maintenance Supervisor and other maintenance staff for resolving major issues.
- Ensure minimum disruption to academic and administrative activities while carrying out repairs.
- Report major breakdowns and unresolved issues to the concerned authority.

F. Tools, Equipment & Material Management

- Ensure proper maintenance and safe handling of plumbing tools and equipment.
- Maintain an inventory of plumbing materials, including pipes, fittings, valves, taps, washers, and other consumables.
- Inform the Maintenance Supervisor about material requirements well in advance.
- Ensure optimum utilisation of materials and avoid unnecessary wastage.
- Keep the plumbing workshop and designated storage areas clean and organised.

G. Safety & Compliance





- Follow all applicable safety procedures while carrying out plumbing and maintenance activities.
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during repair and installation work.
- Follow safety protocols while working in water tanks, drainage areas, and underground pipelines.
- Ensure that repair work does not create hazards for students, faculty, staff, or visitors.
- Immediately report unsafe conditions, major leakages, and infrastructure-related risks.
- Maintain workplace hygiene and ensure proper disposal of repair-related waste.

H. Documentation & Reporting

- Maintain a daily register of plumbing complaints received and resolved.
- Record maintenance activities, material consumption, and pending repair work.
- Submit daily or weekly work updates to the Maintenance Supervisor.
- Maintain records of periodic inspections and preventive maintenance.
- Report recurring plumbing issues and recommend permanent corrective solutions.

3. Educational Qualifications & Experience

- Minimum qualification: 10th Pass.
- ITI Certificate / Trade Certificate in Plumbing preferred.
- Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in plumbing and maintenance.
- Experience in institutional, commercial, residential, or university campus maintenance preferred.
- Practical knowledge of water supply systems, drainage systems, pumps, and plumbing fixtures.

4. Skills & Competencies

- Good technical knowledge of plumbing systems.
- Ability to identify and troubleshoot plumbing faults.
- Knowledge of plumbing tools, equipment, pipes, and fittings.
- Basic understanding of water pumps and motors.
- Problem-solving and repair skills.
- Ability to respond to emergency maintenance requirements.
- Punctuality, discipline, and accountability.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
- Valuable coordination and communication skills.

5. Mandatory Requirements

- Relevant practical plumbing experience.
- Police verification and background verification as per university policy.
- Physical fitness to perform plumbing and maintenance activities.
- Willingness to work in shifts, if required.
- Flexibility to attend emergency maintenance complaints beyond regular working hours.
- Knowledge of basic workplace safety practices.

Work Location: In person

📌 Plumber (Talwandi Sabo)
🏢 Guru Kashi University
📍 Talwandi Sabo