Plumber II (13429, Grade HT5)

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

43 paid days first year

Advancement opportunities

Steady employment

Job summary

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking a Plumber II in the Building & Structures (Trade Shops) section to perform skilled plumbing and gas fitting work, install, repair and modify plumbing systems in accordance with codes, and supervise Plumbers, Trades Trainees, and Maintenance Workers. You will coordinate work, work without direct supervision, and collaborate in a team environment.

The role covers maintenance for over 430 park buildings.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an approved plumbing/gas fitting apprentice program or four years of progressively responsible experience.
• Two years at the journey level.
• Valid Journey Plumber License and Gas Fitter Certification.
• Valid driver's license; CDL may be required depending on area.
• Pass Commission medical examination.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled plumbing and gas fitting work on plumbing systems and piping.
• Install, maintain, repair, replace or modify plumbing and gas systems per codes.
• Coordinate and inspect work of Plumbers, Trades Trainees, and Maintenance Workers.
• Work with minimal supervision and in a team environment.

Skills

Plumbing

Gas fitting

Team coordination

Code compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission is one of the largest organizations servicing both Montgomery and Prince George’s counties. In both counties we manage the park systems, but in Prince George’s County we also develop the public’s recreation programs.

Description

The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission is one of the largest organizations servicing both Montgomery and Prince George’s counties. In both counties we manage the park systems, but in Prince George’s County we also develop the public’s recreation programs.

Under the Department of Parks & Recreation, the Facility Services Division (FSD) is the largest division in Parks & Recreation. We provide high quality maintenance and maintenance support services for all the parks and recreation facilities within Prince George’s County. We have six major work areas: Fleet Management, Buildings & Structures (Trade Shops), Horticulture & Forestry (Roads & Grounds), Major Maintenance & Inspection, Critical Projects (Heavy Equipment/Roads and Grounds, ADA, Aquatics and Sustainability) and the Administrative section.

We offer an excellent benefits package including health, dental, and vision, as well as 43 paid vacation/sick/holiday/personal days the first year; opportunities for advancement, and steady employment.

This position is in the Building & Structures (Trade Shops) section which consists of Electric, HVACR, Plumbing, Carpentry, Masonry, and Welding, Property Management, and the Exhibit Shop. This section performs preventive maintenance, routine and emergency repair, renovations and alterations to over 430 park buildings and structures.

You will perform a full range of difficult skilled plumbing and gas fitting work, using a variety of tools and equipment to install, maintain, repair, replace, or modify plumbing systems and natural gas and propane piping systems, in compliance with WSSC codes and national fuel codes. You will assign and check the work of Plumbers, Trades Trainees, and Maintenance Workers.

The ability to coordinate the work of others effectively and to work without direct supervision is very important, along with the ability to function in a team environment.

Salary

(Salary $52,549 - $72,810 - $93,069)

(Work Hours are 6:00 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.)

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).
• Completion of an approved plumbing/gas fitting apprentice program or four (4) years of progressively responsible experience.
• Two (2) years of experience at the journey level.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total six (6) years.
• Valid Journey Plumber License and Gas Fitter Certification issued by appropriate local jurisdiction.
• Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
• Depending on area of assignment, a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements may be required.
• Pass Commission medical examination.

Supplemental Information

Classification Specification Plumber II

May be subject to alcohol and drug testing

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2026 Benefit Summary For Merit System Employees

The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.

Eligibility

You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.

Retirement Programs

• Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) – Plan E excludes FOP members.

Plan Employee Contribution Plan C 9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only) Plan E 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.

• 457 (b) Plan (Optional) [Pre-tax and Roth]
• Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
• Retiree Healthcare – Eligibility requires, at least 10 years of eligible service and continuous enrollment in M-NCPPC plans (or proof of continuous enrollment in comparable plans) during the 36 months immediately preceding your retirement date. Premium cost share based on years of service

Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.*

• Medical
• Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) – (15%)
• UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) – (20%)
• UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) – (20%)
• Prescription – CVS Caremark – (15%)
• Dental – Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO – (20%)
• Vision – EyeMed – (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
• Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.

Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)

• Medical Account – Maximum annual contribution: $3,300
• Dependent Care Account – Maximum annual contribution: $7,500

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)

• Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month

Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000

• Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
• Automatic coverage with opt-out provision

• Supplemental – 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
• Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000

• Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
• Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
• Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birth, adoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member

• Annual: 15 days per year
• Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
• Sick: 15 days per year
• Holidays: 11 days per year

• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Legal Services Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Work-Life Program

For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission’s Health and Benefits Office at [e-mail] or 301-454-1694.