Plumber II - Marion Correctional Institution

State of North Carolina; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

NCFlex supplemental benefits

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community/Par

Job summary

State of North Carolina’s Marion Correctional Institution is seeking a Plumber II (S) to install, maintain and repair plumbing systems at a journey level. You will work under the Facility Maintenance Supervisor at a close- and minimum-security prison in Marion, NC, handling pipe work, fixtures, and safety compliance.

You may supervise semi-skilled offenders, order parts, and cross-train for other maintenance tasks, with on-call duties and exposure to adverse weather as part of a secured facility

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and two years of experience in the repair, replacement or construction of piping systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing systems and components at journey level.
• Use power tools, cut and thread pipe, and follow building, life and safety codes.
• Order parts and equipment; maintain materials lists for projects.
• May supervise semi-skilled offenders and work in adverse weather; on-call for emergencies.

Skills

Plumbing systems

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Plumber II (S)

Position Number

60058001

Grade

NC08

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

This is a position at Marion Correctional Institution located in Marion, North Carolina (McDowell County). Marion Correctional Institution is a Close-custody prison housing male offenders. The facility is designed to house a maximum capacity of 793 offenders.

Reporting directly to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor, the primary purpose of this position is to install, maintain, alter and repair plumbing systems and components at the journey level of the plumbing trade. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Possessing working knowledge of the installation and repair of commercial plumbing, as well as safety precautions of the plumbing trade.
• Using power tools associated with plumbing trade, cutting and threading pipe, utilizing motorized and mechanical tools, and being familiar with building, life, and safety codes.
• Making material list(s) for projects and submitting to supervisor for review.
• Making up lead joints and installing various types of plastic pipes, also knowledge in replacing stainless steel and porcelain plumbing fixtures.
• Supervising semi-skilled male offenders.
• Computer skills required to order parts and/or equipment pertaining to your assigned job.
• Cross-training required to learn other maintenance jobs that are needed to maintain a safe and secure facility.
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions and being on call for emergencies is mandatory.
• Will be required to perform plumbing duties at the minimum-security facility and close custody facility.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $39,244.00 - $68,679.00

_ Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. _

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Working knowledge of the methods of installation and repair of plumbing systems.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date.

Repost - Previous Applicants Must Reapply To Be Considered For This Vacancy

State Benefits Information:

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NCFlex Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

Note to Current State Employees

The salary grade for this position is NC08. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase May result.

About The Division of Institutions:

The Division of Institutions manages the daily operations of all state-operated prison facilities across North Carolina. Facilities are categorized by custody levels (minimum, medium, close) and house individuals serving sentences for felony convictions. The division provides safety, security, and rehabilitative services through trained custody staff, program facilitators, and administrative personnel.

Supplemental Contact Information:

NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

Education Equivalency Verification

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.

• For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

PREA Requirement

The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the “National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape.” Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience in the repair, replacement or construction of piping systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Based on the nature of work performed, may require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.