Plumber II - Fire Suppress. (#010139) Plumbing, Columbia (RICHLAND)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement and savings plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Telecommuting and flexible work hours

Job summary

State of South Carolina Department of Corrections seeks a skilled sprinkler technician to develop and maintain automatic fire sprinkler protection and water distribution systems across SCDC facilities, in compliance with NFPA 25 and State regulations.

The role requires a high school diploma, a minimum of five years of trades experience related to fire/sprinkler systems, supervision ability, NICET certification at level 3+, and backflow tester license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and experience in installation, maintenance or repair of air, water, gas or waste disposal systems.
• Five years of trades experience directly related to fire/sprinkler systems.
• Backflow tester license through DHEC.

Responsibilities

• Develop automatic fire sprinkler protection maintenance, repair and inspection program.
• Perform maintenance on all sprinkler systems and water distribution systems.
• Supervise and install sprinklers and related systems in construction/renovation projects.
• Establish on-call procedures to respond to emergency sprinkler maintenance and repair calls.
• Prepare justification and requisitions on all supplies; stay abreast of new sprinkler techniques.
• Recommend procurement of and supervise installation of new sprinkler and underground utilities.
• Maintain NICET certification, level three or higher.

Skills

NICET certification

Supervision

Fire sprinkler systems

Maintenance & repair

Education

High school diploma

Backflow tester license

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Develop automatic fire sprinkler protection maintenance, repair and inspection program throughout SCDC in accordance with NFPA 25 and State Fire Marshall regulations.
• Perform maintenance on all sprinkler systems and water distribution systems.
• Supervise and install sprinklers and related systems in construction/renovation projects.
• Establish on-call procedures to respond to emergency sprinkler maintenance and repair calls and ensure the work is promptly and properly performed.
• Prepare justification and requisitions on all supplies remain abreast of new sprinkler techniques, procedures and equipment.
• Recommend the procurement of and assist in supervising the installation of new sprinkler and underground utilities.
• Must maintain NICET certification, level three or higher.

Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements

A high school diploma and experience in the installation, maintenance or repair of air, water, gas or waste disposal systems.

SCDC Minimum Requirements

• A high school diploma and 5 years of trades experience directly related fire/sprinkler systems to the area of employment.
• Must be able to supervise, direct, instruct and work with other people.
• Employee is also required to obtain a backflow tester license through DHEC.

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, region, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 and older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01

Are you currently employed with the South Carolina Department of Corrections?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, how long have you been in your current position? (N/A if no)

03

For Background check purposes, please list your full date of birth in MM/DD/YY format

04

How would you describe your level of education?

• High School Diploma/ GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorates Degree
• None of the Above

05

How many years of trades experience that is directly related to fire/sprinkler systems do you have?

• Less than a year
• 1 Year, less than 2
• 2 Years, less than 3
• 3 Years, less than 4
• 4 Years, less than 5
• 5 Years, less than 6
• 6 Years, less than 7
• 7 Years, less than 8
• 8 Years, less than 9
• 9 Years, less than 10
• 10 or more years
• None of the above

06

Are you able to supervise, direct, instruct and work with other people

• Yes
• No

07

Are you able to obtain a BackFlow Tester License?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question