Plumber - Facility Operations

topeka; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid Vacation

KPERS Retirement

Life Insurance

Wellness Clinic

Job summary

City of Topeka is seeking a qualified plumber for the Public Works department to plan, direct and perform journey-level work on city-wide plumbing and mechanical systems. Responsibilities include maintenance, upgrades and repairs while guiding contractors where needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with at least four years of related experience and an active journeyman license in plumbing or mechanical trades. A valid Kansas driver’s license and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least four years of experience in installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical/plumbing systems.
• Must be a licensed plumbing or mechanical journeyman.
• Must have and maintain a valid Kansas driver’s license and meet insurability guidelines.
• Additional licenses or certifications may be required.
• Must be able to pass an extensive background check, including CJIS and KBI fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance to various mechanical systems
• Inspect and diagnose suspected problem areas
• Repair various mechanical distribution systems

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Diagnostics

Repair skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Four years experience - mechanical/plumbing

Job description

The City of Topeka has an opening for a qualified plumber in the Public Works department. This position plans, directs and performs a variety of complex journey-level work to ensure the adequate and efficient operation of city-wide, plumbing and mechanical systems, including maintenance, modification/upgrade, and repair. Provides technical direction to departments and monitors technical performance of contractors.

What you'll do:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance to various mechanical systems
• Inspect and diagnose suspected problem areas
• Repair various mechanical distribution systems

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent with a minimum of four years of experience in installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical/plumbing systems, is required.
• Must be a licensed plumbing or mechanical journeyman.
• Must have and maintain a valid Kansas driver’s license and meet the City’s insurability requirements. Please review the insurability guidelines here.
• Additional licenses or certifications may be required.
• Must be able to pass an extensive background check, including a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) check and KBI fingerprinting.

Entry rate of pay: $25.23 - $26.40 per hour, depending on qualifications

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The City of Topeka offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision Insurance
• Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Vacation & Holidays
• KPERS 401(a) Retirement Plan
• (457) Deferred Comp Savings Plan
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic
• Full-service fitness facility
• Employee Assistance Program

The City of Topeka is an Equal Opportunity Employer