Plumber

Arapahoe County • Centennial, CO

10d • $30 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Services Plumber performs skilled plumbing installation and repair work on plumbing systems in county-owned or county-leased buildings and facilities. The position installs, repairs, and maintains plumbing and drainage systems, inspects and diagnoses problems, and performs preventive maintenance. It also supports construction and contract work, maintains service records and inventory, and may assist with general building maintenance, snow removal, and special projects.

The position works indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, with possible exposure to noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, paints, and building materials. Work may take place on roofs, in crawl spaces, secured areas, and confined spaces. On-call and varying shifts may be required. This is an essential position, requiring availability for winter storms and other emergencies, including evenings, holidays, and weekends; night work and some weekend work may also be required based on business needs. Work locations and facilities may change based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Five years of progressively responsible plumbing experience.
• State of Colorado Journeyman or Master Plumbing License.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Commissioners, Directors, Facilities and Fleet Management leadership, team members, tenants, and vendors.
• Knowledge of current State Plumbing and Building codes.
• Knowledge of construction-industry hazards and safety practices, and ability to follow safety rules, regulations, and practices.
• Ability to read at a standard high school level to understand warning labels and written instructions.
• Adaptability to change and ability to support directives from leadership.
• Ability to perform assigned physical tasks.
• Successfully pass pre-employment testing, including an acceptable motor vehicle record check, background check, physical capabilities examination, and drug screen.
• Possess a valid Class R Colorado Driver’s License or be able to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.
• Complete fingerprinting and a Colorado Bureau of Investigation background check.
• Be available for emergency events, including evenings, holidays, and weekends; work nights and some weekends based on business needs.
• Meet the stated physical demands, including frequent lifting, carrying, pulling, or pushing up to 50 pounds and frequent climbing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, reaching, crawling, and crouching.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of detention plumbing systems and standards.
• Prior experience training staff.
• Cross-Connection and Backflow License; training will be provided if the candidate does not have one.
• Experience working in a detention center.
• Equivalent combinations of education and work experience that satisfy the job requirements may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain pipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems, and fixtures in commercial structures; analyze malfunctions and make repairs or adjustments.
• Monitor and inspect facilities, equipment, and systems for compliance with the International Plumbing Code and local standards, and identify needs for repairs or upgrades.
• Collaborate with contractors, tradespeople, and other professionals during construction; review blueprints and construction plans; monitor contract work for compliance with established standards.
• Inspect plumbing and drainage systems, diagnose problems using appropriate tools and techniques, and schedule and perform detailed preventive maintenance.
• Clean and maintain drain lines using appropriate equipment to ensure proper flow and prevent blockages.
• Test, certify, repair, and replace backflow prevention devices as needed.
• Operate specialized tools and equipment, computerized monitoring and testing systems, and reporting systems.
• Maintain records of operations, maintenance, and repairs; prepare related reports and maintain an inventory of parts and supplies.
• Train department employees as appropriate.
• Assist with building maintenance tasks, snow removal, and special projects when required.
• Be available for winter storm and other emergency events, including evenings, holidays, and weekends.
• Complete bi-annual Colorado Justice Information System (CJIS) training after employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED