Plumber

City of San Bernardino; San Bernardino (CA); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The City of San Bernardino is seeking a self-starting Plumber to install, maintain and repair plumbing systems, pipes, fittings, and fixtures in City facilities. You will troubleshoot work orders, follow plans and safety codes, and help keep City buildings safe and functional.

The ideal candidate has journey-level plumbing experience, can read plans, use tools safely, and communicate clearly with staff and the public. A California driver’s license is required.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of journey-level plumbing experience preferred.
• Ability to read plans and blueprints and use plumbing tools safely.

Responsabilidades

• Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems in City facilities.
• Read and follow plans, blueprints, and specifications to complete tasks.
• Maintain time and material records and communicate with City staff and the public.

Conocimientos

Plumbing

Read plans

Tool safety

Customer service

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Herramientas

State of California driver's license

Descripción del empleo

Are you looking for an opportunity for professional growth and development?

Consider joining the City of San Bernardino's Public Works Department as a Plumber!

About the City:

A future member of our team, you’ll be joining a city with deep roots, cultural diversity, and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern California’s Inland Empire, San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County, home to more than 222,000 residents. Its rich history — shaped by Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences — continues to inspire the city’s evolving identity. San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. It’s a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose — and where motivated professionals can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful.

About the Position:

The City of San Bernardino is seeking a self-starter able to work in a fast-paced environment responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing systems, pipes, fittings and fixtures, water and drainage systems in City facilities.

The Ideal Candidate:

Is a service-oriented, self-starter with journey-level plumbing experience. They can install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plumbing systems, read plans, use tools safely, and ensure work meets applicable codes. They communicate clearly, manage work orders and records, and work well with City staff and the public.

A Day in the Life:

As a City Plumber, you will install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems, fixtures, pipes, and related equipment in City facilities. You will troubleshoot work orders, follow plans and safety codes, and help keep City buildings safe and functional.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma, or G.E.D.; two (2) years of journey-level experience in installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing and related systems; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment

A State of California driver’s license.

Knowledge of:

• Specialized tools, materials and methods used in plumbing, installation, repair and maintenance work.
• Applicable building and plumbing codes and ordinances, including health and safety regulations.
• Safe work practices and safety procedures.
• Shop mathematics applicable to the plumbing trade.
• Techniques of cutting and fitting pipes.
• Gas and waste systems.
• Leading and training staff.
• City policies, procedures, and standards.

Skill in:

• Performing varied skilled plumbing work in the installation, modification, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of plumbing systems.
• Operating power and hand tools and equipment used in plumbing and related trades.
• Working from diagrams, blueprints, plans and specifications.
• Performing shop math.
• Exercising good judgment in the selection of proper materials.
• Ensuring that work is in compliance with appropriate safety and building codes.
• Understanding and following oral and written instructions.
• Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Maintain time and material records.
• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
• Providing customer service.

Recruitment Timeline

This recruitment will close on Sunday, November 22, 2026, at 11:59 pm, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Applications review: Week of November 23, 2026

All dates are subject to change at the discretion of Human Resources

Pre-Employment Process

may include, but is not limited to:

• Pre-employment Medical Exam including drug test
• LiveScan Fingerprinting which reviews criminal history with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

E-Verify Participation:

The City of San Bernardino participates in the E-Verify program. In compliance with federal law, all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States.

Accordingly, the City will provide information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.

For more information about E-Verify, please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at www.uscis.gov

Disclaimers:

The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy, which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department directly at [phone].

This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.