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NEOGOV · 1 month ago

Journeyman Plumber

Various County Facilities, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$56K/yr - $68K/yr

4+ years exp

Travis County’s Facilities Management Department is looking for a skilled Journeyman Plumber to perform installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems across various county facilities. The role involves developing preventive maintenance schedules, responding to service requests, and ensuring compliance with building codes under the supervision of a licensed Master Plumber.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Installs new and repairs plumbing systems. Makes recommendations regarding replacement or upgrade of systems

Plans and develops routine preventive maintenance schedules for systems. Responds to requests for service

Researches and estimates time and materials needed and records time and materials used. Requests for needed tools, equipment, supplies and materials to perform assigned tasks. Monitors expenditure of supplies and controls inventory of equipment and tools

Installs new equipment, piping and fixtures. Obtains permits, as required, from regulatory agencies for the construction of new plumbing systems

Performs preventive maintenance and required testing on plumbing systems, including back flow preventers

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Qualification

Journeyman Plumber LicensePlumbing codes knowledgeStandard plumbing methodsOperating plumbing toolsReading schematicsVerbal communicationWritten communicationTeamworkTime management

Required

High School diploma or G.E.D

Four (4) years experience in the installation and repair of plumbing fixtures and systems, such as gas, water and steam systems

Journeyman Plumber License issued by the State of Texas

Valid Texas Driver's License

Must pass a criminal background check for CJIS clearance

Applicants are required to successfully pass the background investigation, including fingerprint clearance

Must be able to work PM and overnight shifts as needed to meet the demands of Travis County

Knowledge of plumbing codes, related terminology, practices and procedures

Knowledge of standard plumbing maintenance and repair methods, materials, tools and equipment

Knowledge of computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages

Knowledge of business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation

Skill in operating and using standard plumbing tools and equipment

Skill in installing and maintaining plumbing work

Skill in reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints

Skill in proper and applicable safety practices, procedures and regulations

Skill in working with others, including on a team

Skill in explaining complicated problems in simple non-technical language

Skill in calculating estimates of time, labor and quantities of materials needed

Skill in both verbal and written communication

Ability to understand and precisely follow both verbal and written instructions and communicate in a concise and effective manner

Ability to work efficiently, both independently and as part of a team

Ability to reason and make judgments and decisions

Ability to manage time well, perform multiple tasks and organize diverse activities

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental clientele, other County employees and officials, representatives of outside agencies, and the general public

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

A no-cost, on-site Health and Wellness clinic

Longevity pay

Paid vacations

Sick time and personal holidays

An industry competitive salary structure

A friendly, stable work environment

Low-interest loans

Savings plans through payroll deduction

Safe deposit boxes

Tax-free sheltered investment plan through payroll deduction

Direct bank deposit

Confidential counseling and referral service free of charge to county employees and their family

Membership in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Union is available through payroll deduction

Variety of wellness program and health care services with no co-pay, no deductible and no co-insurance costs

An average of eleven paid holidays are designated by the Travis County Commissioners Court

Four plans: an Exclusive Physician Organization (EPO), Choice Plus Preferred Physician Organization (PPO), Consumer Choice or a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA)

$50,000 Basic Life and AD&D paid by the County

Dental

Vision

Supplemental Life, AD&D

Dependent Life

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Long Term Care

Longevity pay is paid for each year completed after three years of continuous service

A limited number of assigned parking spaces are available to employees in the Courthouse Complex

Up to three paid personal holidays each calendar year

Mandatory participation by certain classes of employees in the Texas County & District Retirement System

Sick leave at a rate of eight hours per month with unlimited accrual during employment

Paid Parental Leave in a 12 month period

Reimbursement for fees associated with pre-approved, job related course work completed satisfactorily

Vacation time at the following rates: 0 to 5 years 4.0 hours per pay period, 6 to 10 years 4.5 hours per pay period, 11 to 15 years 5.0 hours per pay period, 16 to 20 years 5.5 hours per pay period, 21 plus years 6.0 hours per pay period

Workers' compensation coverage with benefits in accordance with state statute