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M.C. Dean, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,216 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

M.C. Dean, Inc. is seeking an experienced plumber in Washington, DC to maintain and upgrade plumbing equipment. The role requires 6+ years of commercial plumbing experience, knowledge of complex plumbing systems, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Responsibilities include performing maintenance and installation of plumbing systems. The company offers competitive salary, health benefits, and additional perks like paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of commercial plumbing experience required.
• Experience as a truck-based service technician is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and resourcefully.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and upgrade plumbing equipment and piping.
• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on plumbing systems.
• Install and/or repair plumbing equipment throughout the facility.

Skills

Commercial plumbing experience

Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance

Strong understanding of plumbing tools, machines

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Plumbing tools

Diagnostic and repair test equipment

Job description

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

License Requirement

• Completion of a plumbing technical training program or recognized apprenticeship (preferred).
• Journeyman license or ability to obtain one per program standards within 6 months if not currently held.

Clearance Requirement

• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements including U.S. citizenship for access to classified information.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top‑Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and upgrade plumbing equipment and piping.
• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on all plumbing‑related equipment.
• Report to the Shift Operating Engineer.
• Install and/or repair plumbing equipment (water heaters, drinking fountains, toilet, sink, etc.) throughout the facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 6+ years of commercial plumbing experience.
• Commercial plumbing experience as a truck‑based service technician.
• Experience working with complex plumbing systems including chiller piping, boiler piping, hydronic piping and system troubleshooting.
• Holistic understanding of plumbing systems and plumbing design in commercial and industrial environments.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong understanding of plumbing tools, machines, and their proper maintenance.
• Proficiency with hand tools and test equipment for diagnostic and repair work.
• Ability to complete timely documentation including maintenance reports, service tickets, and daily safety briefings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and participate in a 24/7 on‑call rotation.
• Ability to travel occasionally and possibly for limited overnight travel.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently, resourcefully, and safely.

Preferred Experience

• Advanced troubleshooting skills on boilers, chillers, AHUs, VAVs, heat pumps, and CRAC units.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and plumbing drawings, schematics, and system plans.
• Current master plumbing license or equivalent technical degree.
• Current CFC/EPA Universal Certification.
• Strong customer‑relation skills with ability to provide proactive recommendations to clients.

Benefits

• A competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Military reserve pay offset.Paid maternity leave.

Abilities

• Lift, carry, and move objects up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Relocate a 12‑foot stepladder without assistance.
• Work at heights up to 60 feet, climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
• Perform routine repetitive tasks: walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead.
• Possess good vision (corrected if needed), ability to see in color, and ability to hear and communicate in English.
• Use a standard ladder within weight limits while carrying tools.
• Recognize potential problems without necessarily solving them.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce sensible answers.
• Combine information to form general rules or conclusions.
• See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Listen and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences.

Pay Range

USD $35.00 – USD $42.00 per hour.