Plumber II - Marion Correctional Institution

State of North Carolina•Marion, NC

7d•$39,244 - $68,679•Onsite

About The Position

This position is based at Marion Correctional Institution in Marion, North Carolina, a close-custody prison for male offenders with a maximum capacity of 793. Reporting directly to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor, the Plumber II installs, maintains, alters, and repairs plumbing systems and components at the journey level of the plumbing trade. The role supports plumbing operations at both the minimum-security and close-custody facilities and includes cross-training in other maintenance work needed to maintain a safe and secure facility. The position requires working in adverse weather conditions and mandatory on-call availability for emergencies. The employee also supervises semi-skilled male offenders. The State of North Carolina describes its benefits package as including health insurance options, retirement plans, NCFlex supplemental benefits, paid vacation, sick and community service leave, and paid parental leave. Hiring salary depends on qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and two years of experience in the repair, replacement, or construction of piping systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of commercial plumbing installation and repair and plumbing-trade safety precautions.
Familiarity with building, life, and safety codes.
Computer skills to order parts and equipment.
Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions and be on call for emergencies.
May require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission, based on the nature of the work.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of methods for installing and repairing plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, alter, and repair plumbing systems and components.
Use plumbing power tools and other motorized and mechanical tools; cut and thread pipe.
Prepare material lists for projects and submit them to the supervisor for review.
Make lead joints and install various types of plastic pipe.
Replace stainless steel and porcelain plumbing fixtures.
Supervise semi-skilled male offenders.
Use computer skills to order parts and equipment related to assigned work.
Cross-train in other maintenance jobs needed to maintain a safe and secure facility.
Perform plumbing duties at the minimum-security and close-custody facilities.
Be available on call for emergencies and work in adverse weather conditions.