Trades Technician III; Plumber

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction.

Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

The Facilities Management Division is looking for highly qualified Plumbers to fill the role of Trades Technician III at the Facilities Management West District and 33rd Street (Corrections Complex). The Trades Technician III position provides skilled work in the maintaining, installing, altering, and the repairing of plumbing components relating to potable water, wastewater, and septic systems. This position is essential to maintenance district as it performs a wide range of duties in the plumbing field which includes the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing and water distribution systems that requires the services of a journeyman level plumber.

In return, we offer stable positions with excellent benefits, including membership in the State of Florida Retirement System.

The Facilities Management Division prides itself on providing outstanding customer service through teamwork, innovation and the development of positive relationships with our customers and teammates. Our mission is to provide safe, sustainable, and well-maintained facilities and services through high standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethics.

We are committed to providing a work culture that emphasizes mutual respect, trust, career development, and a collaborative work environment that recognizes individual achievements.

This key position performs skilled multi-trades technical work specializing in one or more of the following areas: electrical, plumbing, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC), locksmithing, carpentry, masonry, lighting, audio, telecommunications, building, grounds and landscaping maintenance and other building systems and services. Interacts on a regular basis with staff, clients, vendors, and contractors to ensure the highest level of service and work quality.

May schedule, track, and train lower-level technicians.

Work is performed with independence under the general supervision of the Technical Operations Supervisor or other designated supervisor. Performance is evaluated based on the guidance provided to team members, demonstrated mechanical skills, and achievement of desired results.

Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties; it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.

• Performs the installation, maintenance, and repair of pipes, fixtures, and other related plumbing equipment used for water distribution and wastewater disposal in commercial buildings.
• Using a variety of tools, test and calibration equipment applies accepted maintenance, service, and repair procedures to maintain or return item to proper operation conditions.
• Checks and maintains assigned facility, equipment or system for preventive maintenance and critical operation factors.
• Consults with trade specific employees and/or supervisor on special maintenance and repair problems.
• Performs service and repairs on a wide variety of equipment.
• Multi-trade assignments and responsibilities based on daily operational needs
• Performs other related work as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in skilled trades, event services, facility maintenance, or other technical services. An equivalent combination of relevant education or experience may be substituted.

Depending on the area of assignment, must possess and maintain valid licenses and/or certifications:

• Florida Driver's License
• Entertainment Technician Certification Program (ETCP) Rigging Certification
• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Certification
• Backflow Prevention License
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Refrigerant License
• Journeyman/Master Plumber License

Knowledge of building maintenance in a multi-trade environment…