Plumber - Nebraska State Penitentiary

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

3d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska State Penitentiary is seeking someone skilled in building maintenance, with a knack for getting broken facility plumbing items back to working condition. Additional $3/hour facility differential for hours worked. For additional information call 402-471-3161. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [email protected].

Requirements

• Training and experience in the plumbing trade.
• Must be willing to be on call 4-5 times throughout the year.
• Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test.
• Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Corrections Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Install, alter, repair, and maintain pipe systems above, below, and within structures (walls, floors, ceilings, etc.).
• Work with plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, showers, tubs, water heaters, faucets, and kitchen/laundry equipment.
• Maintain and repair components like traps, vents, drains, siphons, pumps, valves, and shock arrestors.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections to identify and correct deficiencies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications; sketch plumbing layouts.
• Estimate time, materials, and cost for work orders; requisition necessary supplies.
• Install and maintain fire protection sprinkler systems, sewage systems, and water treatment facilities.
• Repair and adjust mechanical equipment including water/steam pumps, compressors, and fuel storage systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations.
• Train and guide helpers and apprentices in plumbing techniques and safety procedures.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
• Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
• Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer!
• Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
• For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees