Plumber

NVE•Durham, NC

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Plumber performs plumbing maintenance, repair, renovation, and installation work across all EPA-RTP facilities, including fire sprinkler systems. This position supports the facility's plumbing infrastructure and fire protection systems in compliance with North Carolina licensing requirements and applicable NFPA standards.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience working with fire alarm systems, sprinkler control systems, renovations, and related work in commercial facilities
State of North Carolina Class I Plumber's License (required)
State of North Carolina Fire Sprinkler License (required; may be held by a separately designated employee on the technical staffing plan with CO approval)
Familiarity with NFPA 13, NFPA 25, and applicable North Carolina plumbing and fire codes
Experience in large commercial facility plumbing and fire suppression systems
Ability to read plumbing and fire sprinkler system drawings

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance, repair, and renovation of plumbing systems throughout all EPA-RTP facilities
Maintain and repair fire sprinkler systems in compliance with NFPA 13 and NFPA 25 standards
Inspect, test, and repair all sprinkler systems per the PM Program schedule and applicable NFPA requirements
Report all sprinkler system discrepancies to the COR/CLINCOR and prepare PMRs for major repairs requiring CO approval
Respond to water damage events and support water damage repair activities under the Consolidated Construction STO
Perform plumbing service calls including leak repairs, fixture replacement, and drain clearing
Support food service equipment maintenance as it relates to plumbing connections and water supply
Ensure compliance with all applicable North Carolina plumbing codes and federal regulations
Coordinate with the COR/Permit Authorizing Individual (PAI) before disabling any portion of the fire suppression system
Document all plumbing and sprinkler system work and inspections in the CMMS