Facilities Skilled Maintenance Mechanic Plumber

Oakland County•Waterford, MI

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Oakland County is seeking a skilled Facilities Skilled Maintenance Mechanic Plumber to perform complex plumbing and pipefitting repairs, alterations, renovations, and modernization projects throughout County facilities. This onsite position offers a rewarding and diverse work environment where you will independently assess projects, estimate labor and materials, troubleshoot maintenance issues, and ensure a safe work environment. You will also assist with facility inspections, provide technical expertise during emergencies, and utilize County software for work management. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects, enjoy a high level of independence, and play a critical role in maintaining County buildings.

Requirements

Must possess a current Master or Journeyman plumber's license issued by the Michigan State Board of Plumbing or by a state approved agency.
Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license.
Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical, established for this classification.
Successfully complete the six month probationary period.
Must maintain a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license.
Must maintain a current Master or Journeyman Plumber license or certificate, issued by the Michigan Department of Labor or a state approved agency.
Ability to communicate to accurately convey information.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and/or be a passenger.

Nice To Haves

Considerable knowledge of plumbing code and permit requirements of local and state jurisdictions.
Considerable knowledge of the tools, materials, methods, and practices of the plumbing trade.
Considerable ability to estimate the man hours, techniques, tools, materials, and equipment required to complete a maintenance project.
Considerable ability to work under pressure during an emergency.
Reasonable ability to train, direct and evaluate the performance of work crews.
Reasonable ability to inspect and report on the progress of work projects.
Reasonable ability to work under hazardous and/or difficult working conditions common to a building craft or mechanical field, such as high or confined places, and/or areas involving heat, offensive odors, and dampness.
Reasonable ability to maintain a polite, cordial disposition toward other County employees and the general public.
Reasonable knowledge of and ability to practice standard safety techniques.
Reasonable knowledge of the practical application of First Aid techniques.
Familiar with current word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, and Internet software.
Reasonable ability to properly perform cross connection control surveys in buildings and sites with complex piping and mechanical arrangements.
ASSE 5110 tester and 5130 repairer certifications for backflow prevention assemblies.

Responsibilities

Perform complex plumbing and pipefitting repairs, alterations, renovations, and modernization projects throughout County facilities.
Independently assess projects by estimating labor, materials, tools, equipment, and time required to complete work efficiently.
Troubleshoot and resolve difficult maintenance issues, determining effective solutions while minimizing disruption to facility operations.
Recognize occupational hazards and consistently follow established safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
Assist supervisors with facility inspections to identify deficiencies, evaluate code compliance, and recommend appropriate repairs or corrective actions.
Provide technical expertise during emergency maintenance situations and recommend the most effective course of action.
Utilize Countywide and department-specific software to manage work assignments, document completed work, and support daily operations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Plans, installation by studying blueprints and work sketches to determine plumbing materials needed for the most economical job.
Reviews existing and proposed plumbing plans and details.
Coordinates with community representatives as required including plumbing permits.
Lays out, installs, inspects, and repairs complete plumbing systems, water mains, service lines, sewer lines, valves, gauges, pumps and fixtures as needed for County facility maintenance.
Cuts pipe, using threading machine, as required for assigned projects.
Joins piping by means of threaded, caulked, wiped, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints.
Cuts or bores through walls, ceilings or partitions as needed for the installation of plumbing.
Performs difficult plumbing/piping for the completion of repair, alteration, and modernization projects.
Reviews job orders and specifications to estimate the employee hours, materials, tools, and equipment necessary to complete maintenance projects.
Plans, coordinates, and reviews the work of lower-level maintenance employees engaged in plumbing projects.
Orders, stores and controls materials, tools, and equipment necessary to accomplish assigned craft projects.
Maintains records relative to materials and employee hours utilized on specific projects.
Advises and recommends to higher level maintenance personnel procedures required to correct difficult and/or emergency maintenance situations relative to a specific craft specialty.
Assists supervisor in the inspection of facilities to determine repairs necessary to buildings and equipment.
Reviews work under construction and upon completion to determine the effectiveness of work methods.
Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.