Plumber

NYC Department of Social Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a vital role as a Plumber, where your expertise will ensure the smooth operation of plumbing systems across various neighborhoods. This position involves not only routine maintenance and emergency repairs but also the opportunity to contribute to essential community services. With a commitment to safety and excellence, you will be part of an inclusive workforce that values diversity and equal opportunity. If you are passionate about plumbing and want to make a difference in the lives of New Yorkers, this role is an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills and grow professionally in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time experience as a plumber or equivalent training.
• Valid driver's license required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems.
• Respond to emergency plumbing repairs in public spaces.

Skills

Plumbing

Installation and maintenance of piping systems

Emergency repair response

Knowledge of gas, potable water, and drainage systems

Education

Trade school training

Apprenticeship recognized by the Department of Labor

Tools

Plumbing tools and equipment

Job description

Under the supervision and direction of a Plumbing supervisor, Plumbers abate emergencies of routine and scheduled plumbing repairs. Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to the following:

1. Prepare for PHAS and correct PHAS deficiencies.
2. Perform work relating to the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of piping of gas, potable water, plumbing, heating and drainage systems. Install, maintain and repair piping for water, gas, storm, waste, soil and vent systems. Set, maintain and repair plumbing equipment and accessories. Respond to scheduled CCC appointments.
3. Respond to emergency repairs in apartments and public spaces.

Note: Employees with one year of permanent service in the title of Plumber's Helper are eligible to apply.

Note: Travel to Developments within assigned neighborhood is a requirement, with the frequency determined by the Neighborhood Administrator. Neighborhoods are as follows:

1. Neighborhood #1: Carey Gardens Consolidation, O'Dwyer Gardens Consolidation, Marlboro and Surfside Gardens Consolidation
2. Neighborhood #2: Bayview, Glenwood and Sheepshead/Nostrand
3. Neighborhood #3: Breukelen, Cypress Hills, Pink and Vandalia
4. Neighborhood #4: Brownsville, Langston Hughes, Seth Low, Tilden, Van Dyke and Woodson
5. Neighborhood #5: Brevoort, Kingsborough, Marcus Garvey, Ocean Hill, Park Rock and Reid
6. Neighborhood #6: Marcy, Roosevelt, Sumner, Stuyvesant and Tompkins
7. Neighborhood #7: Borinquen, Bushwick, Cooper Park, Taylor Wythe and Unity Plaza
8. Neighborhood #8: Farragut, Howard, Ingersoll, Lafayette and Whitman
9. Neighborhood #9: Albany, Gowanus, Red Hook East, Red Hook West and Wyckoff

SPECIAL NOTE: Effective August 16, 2021, all persons newly hired for employment by the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) must provide proof of having received at least one dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccine prior to beginning their employment, except for those who obtain an exception due to medical or religious reasons through the reasonable accommodation process.

After receiving a conditional offer of employment from NYCHA, an applicant for employment must provide proof of having received at least one dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccine within a reasonable period of time. Failure by the applicant to provide NYCHA with proof of having received at least one dose of an approved COVID-19 vaccine will result in NYCHA revoking the conditional offer, unless the applicant obtains an exception through the reasonable accommodation process.

Any person who begins their employment with NYCHA after providing proof of having received only one dose in a 2-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine, will also be required to provide NYCHA with proof of receipt of a second dose within 30 days of the first dose. Failure to do so will result in termination.

NOTE: IF THIS APPOINTMENT IS MADE ON A PROVISIONAL BASIS PURSUANT TO 65 OF THE NYS CIVIL SERVICE LAW, NO TENURE OR PERMANENCE ACCRUES TO AN INCUMBENT IN THIS POSITION BY VIRTUE OF SUCH APPOINTMENT.

NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the link below:

55-a Program Information

Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.

PLUMBER - 91915

Minimum Qualifications

(1) Five years of full-time satisfactory experience as a plumber acquired within the last ten years; or (2) Not less than three years of full-time satisfactory experience described in "1" above plus sufficient full-time experience as a plumber’s helper or apprentice, or training of a relevant nature acquired in an approved trade school, technical school or vocational high school, to make up the equivalent of five years of acceptable plumber experience. The apprenticeship must be recognized by the New York State Department of Labor, the U.S. Department of Labor or any apprenticeship council which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor. The schooling must be approved by a state’s Department of Education or comparable agency. Each year of helper or apprentice experience, or approved schooling is equivalent to six months of satisfactory plumber experience, up to a maximum of two years of satisfactory experience.

Driver License Requirement: You must possess a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York at the time of appointment. If you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Residency Requirement

NYCHA has no residency requirements.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.