Plumber

Wisconsin Department of Corrections; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Health benefits

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Sick time

Job summary

Wisconsin Department of Corrections is seeking a skilled Plumber to install, inspect, repair, and maintain plumbing and related mechanical systems in state facilities, following codes and project plans.

Candidates must hold a Master or Journeyman Plumber license or be able to obtain a Master license before the end of a 12-month probationary period; the role includes a strong benefits package and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must possess, maintain, and carry a valid license issued by the State of Wisconsin to perform plumbing installation, maintenance, service and repair.
• Ability to obtain Master Plumber license prior to end of twelve month probation period.
• Continued education to maintain credentials.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, and maintain all plumbing and related mechanical operations in accordance with plumbing codes and plans.
• Provide service across heating and ventilation and distribution systems as required.
• Adhere to project specifications and work orders.

Skills

Master Plumber

Journeyman Plumber

Licensed plumber

Job description

Position Summary

Position performs duties as a skilled Plumber, utilizing the tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of the Plumbing Trades. Inspects, repairs, and maintains all plumbing and related mechanical operations, including heating and ventilating, and the distribution systems in accordance with the provisions of the plumbing codes, pertinent plans, and specifications or work orders.

Salary Information

Starting hourly rate will be $49.49, $50.27, or $51.08 per hour, depending on the amount of paid leave selected. This position is in pay schedule/range is 04-00. A twelve month probationary period is required. This classification is included in the Building & Trades Bargaining unit.

Benefits

DOC is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 100 hours of vacation, nine paid holidays and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
• A casual office atmosphere and flexible work schedules depending on the position’s requirements
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being

Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

Qualifications

Must possess, maintain, and carry a valid license issued by the State of Wisconsin, Department of Safety and Professional Services, to allow for performing plumbing installation, maintenance service and repair of institution equipment and systems as an unrestricted Master Plumber OR a Journeyman Plumber with the ability to obtain a Master Plumber license prior to the end of the twelve month probation period. This would include required continuing education to maintain these credentials.

Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at [e-mail].

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Deadline to Apply

Online applications and materials will be accepted until the needs of the Department have been met. Applications will be reviewed weekly, typically on Thursdays.

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