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Plumber

Salary

$59,270.00 - $88,900.00 Annually

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2500120

Department

Facilities Strategic Infrastructure Management

Opening Date

02/27/2025

Closing Date

3/12/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Description

Benefits

Questions

Need more information on completing a job application? See the EPC Application process here (https://admin.elpasoco.com/human-resources/#ApplicationProcess) .

Job Summary

Hiring Range:$65,000 - $73,000 annually.

This position has an anticipated work schedule of either Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm or four, 10-hour shifts Monday - Thursday/Tuesday - Friday, 6:30am - 5:00pm. Schedule is subject to change.

Please be advised this position may close on or after 03/01/2025 without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications .

Performs a wide variety of duties associated with all phases of maintenance and repair on plumbing systems, including plumbing fixtures and equipment, such as valves, control devices, pumps, boilers, faucet/flush valves, water and sewer lines, gas and air lines, and associated equipment. Accomplishes other building maintenance and repair (i.e. carpentry, electrical, and painting) as assigned.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Performs preventative maintenance and service; regulates and repairs plumbing equipment supporting water system, compressed air, vapor, oil, gas, drainage, and heating equipment such as steam and hot water boilers.

Tests, troubleshoots, diagnoses, and corrects plumbing problems to ensure systems remain operational to applicable codes and design standards.

Installs, modifies, repairs, and/or replaces fixtures, heating fixtures, sanitary fixtures, valves, control devices, pumps, drains, meters, coils, exchangers, traps, water coolers and fountains, air compressors, etc.

Estimates time, materials, and equipment required for assigned jobs; maintains work order of work performed and material used.

Assists supervisor in scheduling work orders and completing paperwork.

Cleans debris from work area, parts, and equipment.

Cuts and threads pipe as necessary.

Cleans, flushes, and repairs boilers, heat exchangers etc.; inspects boilers when in use. Installs, maintains, and certifies backflow preventers.

Performs other building maintenance tasks supporting building maintenance and repair of electrical, mechanical, carpentry, etc., when requested.

Assists in snow removal and other weather-related duties as assigned.

Performs on-call responsibilities as required, supporting all County buildings, including correctional facilities.

Performs other duties as required.

Supervision Exercised:This classification does not have supervisory authority and requires no supervision or direction of others.

Supervision Received:Receives intermittent supervision. This classification normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Regular direction, guidance, and coaching from supervisor is expected. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills Abilities

Knowledge of plumbing methods, practices, and procedures.

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to accomplishing facility maintenance and repair.

General knowledge of additional building systems (electrical, mechanical, and carpentry).

Skill in the care and use of tools and equipment commonly used in building maintenance, such as hand tools, power tools, gauges, pumps, detectors, test equipment, and snow removal equipment.

Must observe and follow safety procedures and precautions.

Strong organization and time management skills with attention to detail; ability to do detailed work with significant accuracy.

Ability to operate and maintain electrical test/diagnostic equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, and related electrical testing apparatus.

Ability to read, interpret, and work from wiring diagrams, code books, sketches, layouts, blueprints, and verbal and written instructions.

Ability to communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships with other County employees. Ability to provide excellent customer service.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.

Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Required Education Experience

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Three years of progressive experience working as a plumbing technician accomplishing maintenance and repair in commercial and/or industrial buildings.

Licenses/Certificates

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) certification, or have the ability to successfully obtain within ninety days of employment.

Must possess a backflow testing license or obtain within six months of employment.

Must possess a Pikes Peak Regional Building Department Mechanical IV License or obtain within six months of employment.

Journeyman plumbing license preferred.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, drug screen, and physical examination.Work Conditions

Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors and requires the ability to perform laboring tasks in adverse weather and environmental conditions. Some travel may be required. Position involves extensive standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, carrying heavy tools and equipment to work site, working in confined/tight spaces, and work on ladders, scaffold, poles, and in pits and tunnels. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, materials, and tools during the performance of some job responsibilities. Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds; uses equipment to move heavier items. Responds to emergency situations as required. Serves as on-call representative for after hour response.

The classification specification above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and minimum qualifications; specific job assignments, duties, education, experience, licenses/certifications, and environmental conditions will vary depending on the needs of the department/office and the particular assignment. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources Department.

VISION

El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.

PURPOSE

We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.

El Paso County is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer.

El Paso County adheres to Federal drug screening guidelines and requires a pre-employment drug screen.