Facilities Skilled Maintenance Mechanic Plumber

## Facilities Skilled Maintenance Mechanic Plumber Apply locations:
Waterford, Michigan, United Statestime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR-0000660##
** Overview & Benefits
** Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.

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** General Summary**$75,827- $99,784  This position is onsite.
Ready to put your advanced plumbing and pipe fitting skills to work maintaining the facilities that serve Oakland County? If you enjoy tackling complex repair projects, solving challenging maintenance issues, and working independently while making a direct impact on County operations, this opportunity offers a rewarding and diverse work environment.
What You'll Do  
• Perform complex plumbing and pipe fitting repairs, alterations, renovations, and modernization projects throughout County facilities.

• Independently assess projects by estimating labor, materials, tools, equipment, and time required to complete work efficiently.

• Troubleshoot and resolve difficult maintenance issues, determining effective solutions while minimizing disruption to facility operations.

• Recognize occupational hazards and consistently follow established safety procedures to maintain a safe work environment.

• Assist supervisors with facility inspections to identify deficiencies, evaluate code compliance, and recommend appropriate repairs or corrective actions.

• Provide technical expertise during emergency maintenance situations and recommend the most effective course of action.

• Utilize Countywide and department-specific software to manage work assignments, document completed work, and support daily operations.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.
Why You'll Love It  
• Work on a wide variety of challenging projects that require advanced plumbing and pipe fitting expertise.

• Enjoy a high level of independence while contributing to the maintenance and improvement of County facilities.

• Play a critical role in ensuring County buildings remain safe, functional, and code compliant.

• Collaborate with experienced facilities professionals in a team-oriented environment.

• Build a rewarding career maintaining the infrastructure that supports the residents and employees of Oakland County.##
** Minimum Qualifications
** EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must possess a current Master or Journeyman plumber's license issued by the Michigan State Board of Plumbing or by a state approved agency.

Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license.

Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical, established for this classification.

Successfully complete the six month probationary period.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must maintain a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license.

Must maintain a current Master or Journeyman Plumber license or certificate, issued by the Michigan Department of Labor or a state approved agency.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED Leads lower level maintenance employees.  Checks work, trains, assists, and instructs employees.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Plans, installation by studying blueprints and work sketches to determine plumbing materials needed for the most economical job.

Reviews existing and proposed plumbing plans and details.

Coordinates with community representatives as required including plumbing permits.

Lays out, installs, inspects, and repairs complete plumbing systems, water mains, service lines, sewer lines, valves, gauges, pumps and fixtures as…