Plumber

Milwaukee County Wisconsin • Milwaukee, WI

10d

About The Position

Maintenance, repair, retrofit, new installation, and testing of various plumbing systems. Inspection and testing of Water Based Fire protection systems. Provide emergency response for these systems.

Requirements

• Current resident of Wisconsin.
• Possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License, able to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Completion of a state recognized plumbing apprenticeship program.
• At least five (5) years’ experience as a Journeyman Plumber with Maintenance, service, and repair of commercial plumbing systems preferred
• Possession of a Wisconsin Journeyman or Master Plumber License.
• Cross Connection Device Tester Certification to be obtained within (1) year of hire date
• Basic knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
• Able to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. and push/pull up to 75 lbs.
• Willing and able to work on a regular and/or frequent on-call schedule.
• Applicants must be able to work in all Milwaukee County facilities including secured detention/high-security facilities and work in areas with sensitive information and assets.
• Required that applicants successfully undergo a criminal history background check to maintain security clearance for Milwaukee County facilities.
• APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Nice To Haves

• Ability to be on call once weekly and every 6th weekend.
• Assist in managing plumbing and fire sprinkler inventory.
• Ability to perform data entry in maintenance computer program.
• Work as a cohesive member of the Plumbing team.

Responsibilities

• Inventory, test, maintain and repair plumbing systems.
• Inventory, maintain, monitor, and test fire sprinkler systems.
• Provide emergency response for said systems.
• Install plumbing material, equipment, and fixtures related to plumbing remodeling projects.
• Accommodate plumbing and fire protection contractors as needed.
• Help with mobilization, system control, and monitor progress.
• Complete mandatory annual testing of backflow preventers.
• Register test results with the Dept of Safety & Professional Services.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees