PLUMBER I

State of California; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Science Center, located in Los Angeles, seeks a Plumber I to install, inspect, and repair plumbing systems across water, gas, sewage, and irrigation networks. You will troubleshoot and support the shop, estimate materials and labor, and advise on supplies while coordinating with other trades and leading helpers when needed.

This permanent, in-office role operates 8:30am–5:00pm, Monday–Friday, with a focus on safe, efficient maintenance and accurate reporting in a dynamic museum

Qualifications

• Desirable Qualifications: Ability to use tact and good judgment while communicating and working with customers, co-workers, management, and other government agency representatives.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working in a team environment.
• Ability to operate various motorized equipment and vehicles such as pipe threaders, drain cleaning machines, trenches, and service trucks.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, plumbing codes, installation instructions, blueprints, and procedure manuals related to plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Ability to work within demanding time frames.
• Ability to get along with others and maintain a positive attitude.
• Able to work independently.
• Ability to handle multiple programs or projects.
• Knowledge of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) and applicable provisions of the Uniform Building Code (UBC) as they relate to plumbing installations and systems.
• Knowledge of building systems, and understanding of water distribution, drainage, and venting systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, inspect, and repair plumbing equipment including water, gas, oil, sewage, fire control, steam, refrigeration, and irrigation systems.
• Troubleshoot plumbing systems; install and repair pumps; maintain the plumbers shop; make rough sketches and estimates labor and materials for minor plumbing installation and repair; advise in the selection, ordering, and storage of plumbing supplies and equipment.
• Consult with other tradespeople; keep records and make reports; may instruct and lead unskilled assistants.

Job description

$5,470.00 - $6,555.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

This position is located in Los Angeles.

The California Science Center seeks a Plumber to support the Plant Operations Unit. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at the California Science Center (CSC), a world-class science museum, that develops and features award-winning exhibits and internationally renowned education programs. The Science Center's workforce includes executive, managerial, supervisory, and administrative classifications, however, rank and file facility maintenance and skilled trades represent approximately fifty-one percent (51%) of its civil service workforce.

Under the direction of the Supervisor of Building Trades, the Plumber I is a journey-level position that performs the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of standard plumbing equipment concerned with water, gas, oil, sewage, fire control, steam, refrigeration, and irrigation systems. The incumbent troubleshoots plumbing systems; installs and repairs pumps; maintains the plumbers shop; makes rough sketches and estimates labor and materials for minor plumbing installation and repair; advises in the selection, ordering, and storage of plumbing supplies and equipment; consults with other tradespeople; keeps simple records and makes reports; and may instruct and lead unskilled assistants.

We actively cultivate an inclusive atmosphere that embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and life journeys, empowering them to excel and flourish. We enthusiastically welcome your distinctive contributions to our organization and the meaningful work we undertake.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

PLEASE REFER TO DUTY STATEMENT IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT SECTION.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PLUMBER I

# of Positions

1

Telework

In Office

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift

8:30am - 5:00pm

Work Week

Monday - Friday

Department Information

The California Science Center, a prominent state scientific and technological museum, is located South of Downtown Los Angeles at Exposition Park is open to the public seven days a week, 362 days per year, with free general admission to its permanent exhibit galleries. One of California’s premier family destinations, it features award-winning exhibits that aim to inspire science learning and the permanent home for the Space Shuttle Endeavor.

Mission: The California Science Center aspires to stimulate curiosity and inspire science learning in everyone by creating fun, memorable experiences because we value science as an indispensable tool for understanding our world, accessibility and inclusiveness and enriching people’s lives.

www.californiasciencecenter.ca.gov

Please note: In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

Special Requirements

The selected candidate will be required to submit to pre-employment hiring clearances which include the following: Department of Justice Livescan fingerprint and medical testing for tuberculosis, complete physical and drug testing, within three business days of receipt of a conditional offer of employment.

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to use tact and good judgment while communicating and working with customers, co-workers, management, and other government agency representatives.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working in a team environment.
• Ability to operate various motorized equipment and vehicles such as pipe threaders, drain cleaning machines, trenches, and service trucks.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, plumbing codes, installation instructions, blueprints, and procedure manuals related to plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Ability to work within demanding time frames.
• Ability to get along with others and maintain a positive attitude.
• Able to work independently.
• Ability to handle multiple programs or projects.
• Knowledge of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) and applicable provisions of the Uniform Building Code (UBC) as they relate to plumbing installations and systems.
• Knowledge of building systems, and understanding of water distribution, drainage, and venting systems.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

California Science Center employees enjoy unique benefits, such as employee discounts on merchandise, concessions and summer camp, exhibit preview days, and reciprocal admission to local museums.

Free parking is available to employees. The building is within close distance to public transportation, including the Metro Expo Line and a variety of restaurants.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

ELIGIBILITY AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

To be considered for the job vacancy you MUST satisfy one of the following requirements:

• List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for the classification (see Examination Information section below).
• Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
• Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

Examination Information: To become 'list eligible' for consideration, interested candidates must successfully pass a civil service exam. You may apply and take the exam online at CalCareers, copy or click on the following link:

To attain list eligibility, you must take the Plumber I exam located at the link here: Plumber I Exam 4583

Some classifications offer an alternate exam option for persons with certified disabilities called the Limited Exam and Appointment Program (LEAP). To be eligible to take a LEAP exam, you must certify through California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR). To take the LEAP Custodian I exam please click the link here: Plumber I (LEAP) Exam 4593

*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS will be verified prior to being scheduled for an interview. Please refer to Minimum Qualifications on the bulletin when applying.

*Applications with "SEE RESUME" or "SEE ATTACHED" will not be considered.

*Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.