Plumber BU

Plumber BU (4614-06)

Work Location:

Cincinnati, OH

Your Benefits Working for Hamilton County!

* Starting Pay: $38.44 per hour

* Generous Paid Time Off: 11 Paid Holidays, Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time, and Paid Parental Leave.

* Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution and a defined benefit option.

* Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Free On-Site Parking, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!

Role Summary

As the Plumber for the Hamilton County Facilities Department, you will supervise and coordinate the work of plumbers responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems across County buildings. In this role, you will manage daily plumbing operations, assign and schedule tasks, ensure compliance with plumbing codes, and keep accurate records of materials used. You will also collaborate with other trades and departments to ensure all plumbing projects are completed efficiently, on schedule, and in alignment with safety and quality standards.

Summary of

Job Duties:

* Travels to and gains access to various County buildings to perform plumbing repair and installation in County buildings; operates and/or utilizes hand and power tools (e.g., wrenches, sewer machine, drill, torch, electric hammer, etc.) to unclog toilets, sinks and sewer lines; install water and gas lines according to specifications and plumbing codes; cut and thread pipe; replace valves, traps, thermostats pertaining to plumbing, etc.;

cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings; checks pipes for leaks, etc.).

* Purchases supplies and materials as needed; stocks supplies upon delivery; maintains records of materials used on work projects.

* Performs duties of co-workers as required or assigned

* Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

Requirements:

* City of Cincinnati Plumber's License

* Five (5) years apprentice experience in plumbing field

* two (2) years experience as a licensed journeyman plumber and/or other work experience which evidences a thorough knowledge of plumbing methods, tools, materials and equipment and demonstrable skill in plumbing

* Valid driver's license issued by the state of residency

* State of Ohio Department of Commerce Certified Backflow Tester

* Required to participate in and adhere to all compulsory safety training and safety procedures provided by the County.

Hazardous

Working Conditions:

* Must be able to lift heavy piper, stand for long periods, and sometimes work in uncomfortable or cramped positions; may have to work outdoors in inclement weather; must be able to climb and work from ladders and elevated platforms, and work with sharp tools, hot pipers or soldering equipment. Lift up to 50 lbs without material handling device. Ability to use and wear personal protective equipment: half-face respirators/dust mask, safety glasses, lockout tag-out locks/devises, Yellow group lock box, confine space tri-pod kit, confine space meter, body harness for fall protection, BBP kits, fire rated long sleeve shirts, earplugs/muffs, and hand protection.

Position Specific Qualifications

* Meet maximum weight requirements for ladders, personal fall protection equipment, and aerial lifts. Maximum lbs. include man and tools. Type 1A "Extra Heavy Duty Industrial Ladder" - maximum capacity of 300 lbs. Type 1AA "Special Duty Industrial Ladder" - maximum capacity of 375 lbs. Most personnel fall arrest equipment (full-body harness & lanyards) is labeled with a capacity limit of 310 lbs.

Single Man Lifts - 300-350 lbs.

Work Location and

Hours:

Courthouse

1000 Main Street

Cincinnati, OH 452002

Final date to receive applications:

Open Until Filled