Plumber

Posting Date08/07/25 Application Deadline08/21/25 Pay Range$27.00 - $38.00 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job TypeUnclassified DepartmentFacilities Management About the Position The Operations and Maintenance division is a customer-driven team providing day-to-day maintenance and successful operation of all County Facilities. We are looking for a skilled Plumber who will deliver quality work and have a strong focus on customer service to join our O&M team. The workgroup consists of numerous crafts and specialty trades, including electricians, locksmiths, trades generalists, and HVAC technicians; teamwork is a priority, working in county buildings 24 hours a day, seven days a week. About Us As the landlord for all facilities owned by Maricopa County, the Facilities Management Department is responsible for the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operations of more than 200 facilities comprised of over 10 million square feet. Facilities Management is made up of a collaborative team that provides and performs various functions to meet the facility-related needs of all Maricopa County Departments. Our broad range of services includes various aspects of the ongoing operations and maintenance of all County-owned facilities, management of all facility projects, and in-house design services. Proud to Offer • Work with a greater purpose • Tuition reimbursement • Exceptional work-life balance • Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County • Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents • Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively • Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave • Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts • Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 • Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require • High school diploma or GED • Three years of journey-level commercial plumbing experience • Completion of an apprenticeship program or vocational education in the plumbing field may substitute for two years of the experience requirement • Must complete a Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) background investigation to access County detention facilities • Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver’s license by the time of hire and have an acceptable driving record We Also Value • Five years of experience within a large commercial, industrial, or institutional environment. • Proficient in Microsoft Office products and selected software programs, including Maximo Job Contributions • Remove, replace, and repair toilets, porcelain and stainless steel, faucets, valves, and meters, tempering valves, vent lines, pumps, water softeners, water heaters, showers, urinals, flush valves, flow meters, boilers, steam traps, drinking fountains, and ice machines • Repairs sewer lines, grease traps, and lead cast iron joints • Safely operates sewer machines 1065, 300, 100, 80 jetters, cameras, and locators • Perform preventive maintenance on plumbing fixtures and systems • Operate PC and handheld devices for time management, work order assignments, and status, inventory, and other functions as required • Respond to emergency situations during and after hours • Other job duties as assigned Working Conditions • Duties require lifting/deadlifting (floor to waist) of up to 50 pounds, bending, twisting, squatting, pushing, or pulling up to 100 lbs., up to 100 feet while navigating through equipment rooms, on building rooftops, and in restrictive areas. Must be able to safely climb ladders, scaffolding, and step stools in the execution of duties. Requires bending, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crawling in all indoor and outdoor environments • Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness/humidity, respiratory hazards, and noise and vibration • Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel • Some temperature extremes, confined areas, high noise levels, dim lighting, dust or smoke, potential contagious diseases, and traumatic subject matter. Jail environments and in hot/humid conditions on a regular basis. Exposure to various forms of hazardous energy sources, including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems Protective equipment required • Must be capable of using various forms of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required to fulfill the requirements of the position Special working environments include, but are not limited to • Adult and juvenile detention facilities, medical facilities, both detention and public health, forensics, courts, and related justice facilities • This position may require a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays Selection Procedure • Only the most qualified candidates will be considered • Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications • Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile • Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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