Harris County (Tx) Houston , TX 77020
Posted 4 days ago
Position Description
Position Overview
Responsible for the general mechanical work required for the installation, maintenance, and repair of all plumbing equipment and systems, for the efficient operation of designated County building(s).
Job Duties/Responsibilities
Performs all duties required to provide efficient plumbing operations at various county facilities, such as estimating, installing, and repairing pipes and fittings, installing fixtures, repairing commodes, sinks, faucets, and unstopping drain lines.
May be required to drive personal or county vehicle to various work sites.
Assists and trains less experienced co-workers and performs other duties as assigned.
Will be required to be on-call after hours.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education
Experience
Licensure
Valid driver's license (Texas upon hire) and a good driving record.
Current Journeyman Plumber License.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Understand and follow oral and written instructions in a thorough, neat, and timely manner and can a read and follow blueprints.
Skilled in the care and use of hand tools and power equipment used in the plumbing trade.
Display mechanical aptitude.
Maintain a courteous, helpful behavior always.
Self-starter possessing the interpersonal skills required to be a productive team player.
Ability to receive CJIS clearance, pass a security check and a drug test, as required. This position is Safety Sensitive and will be subject to random drug and alcohol screening.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Licensure
General Information
Position Type
Regular Full-time
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience
Based on 26 pay periods
Typical Hours of Work
40 hours per week in eight-hour shifts in a 24-hour per day/7 day per week operation normally, but also subject to early morning, evening, weekend, overtime and Holiday work as required.
Location
1111 Fannin Street
Work Environment
May work outside in all kinds of weather; may work with no air conditioning or heating; may work on ladders and scaffolding; duties require standing, sitting, bending, stooping, climbing, stretching; may work in cramped and awkward positions; may be exposed to dust, dirt, paint fumes, etc
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service
Accrual rates increase based on years of service
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday
Professional development opportunities
Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
Healthcare Reimbursement Account
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
https://benefitsathctx.com/
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?
High School or GED diploma
Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher
None of the above
02
How many years of experience do you have in repairing plumbing equipment and systems in commercial/industrial?
8 years or more
5-7 years
2-4 years
1 year
Less than a year
03
Explain your experience with plumbing operations such as estimating, installing, and repairing pipes and fittings, installing fixtures, repairing commodes, sinks, faucets, and unstopping drain lines.
04
Do you have a Valid driver's license (Texas upon hire) and a good driving record?
Yes
No
05
Do you have a Valid Journeyman Plumber License ?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency Harris County
Address 1111 Fannin St
Ste. 600
Houston, Texas, 77002
Phone 713-274-5445
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx
Harris County (Tx)