Plumber

Department:
Sheriff – Detention

Control Number:

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime

Safety Sensitive Designation:
This position is designated as safety-sensitive.

Random Drug/Alcohol Test:
Yes

Opening Date:
October 10, 2025

Closing Date:
October 19, 2025 at 11:59 PM

Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of the plumbing system within the Pulaski County Detention Facility.

• Receives work requests listing repairs and installations needed; determines required materials and supplies.
• Installs and repairs new and existing plumbing systems including valves, drains, basins, toilets, fixtures, and sinks.
• Cuts and threads pipes and uses a variety of standard plumbing tools and equipment.
• Reviews plumbing system plans and specifications to ensure the efficiency of system maintenance and availability of parts.
• Maintains the inventory of needed plumbing supplies; requisitions as necessary.
• Performs preventative maintenance and testing on plumbing systems, equipment and fixtures as needed; completes requisitions to order parts as needed.
• Documents equipment inspections and repairs as required by supervisor.
• Repairs and maintains boiler system by replacing leaks in pipes and replacing and/or repairing controls; monitors fluid levels in boilers.

• Perform other related duties as required.

None

Work is performed in a smoking-restricted office environment within a detention facility.

• Considerable knowledge of the standard tools, methods, materials, and practices of the plumbing trade.
• Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the plumbing practices.
• Considerable knowledge of all applicable codes, laws, and regulations governing plumbing practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint specifications and written work instructions.
• Ability to determine work materials and supplies needed for job completion.
• Ability to maintain detailed records concerning work completion.
• Ability to remain on call 24 hours.
• Ability to attend work regularly and reliably.
• Skill in the use and care of standard plumbing tools and equipment.

• Ability to hear and speak sufficiently to communicate information in person and by telephone.
• Visual acuity is needed for building inspection, equipment operation, tool usage, and plan specifications.
• Digital dexterity is necessary for pipe installation and repair, equipment operation, and tool usage.
• Ability to walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Ability to concentrate for long periods of time.

Completion of vocational-technical school training in the plumbing trade; considerable experience in the plumbing area; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.