Plumber / Zone Mechanic III

Dept Behavioral Health/Develop; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Annual leave

Family leave

Sick leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Dept Behavioral Health/Develop in Petersburg, VA, is hiring a Full-Time Plumber/Zone Mechanic III for Central State Hospital. You will perform as a Journeyman Plumber/Pipefitter from layout to final assembly, handling plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and painting tasks as needed.

The role requires a Virginia Journeyman plumber license, a valid VA driver's license, and hands-on experience in commercial/industrial plumbing.

Qualifications

• Virginia drivers license required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Virginia Journeyman plumber license required.
• Hands-on experience in commercial or industrial plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and corrective maintenance for plumbing systems per codes and safety guidelines.
• Handle preventive maintenance and create work orders for zone tasks.
• Inspect sanitary and storm sewer systems for cross contamination.
• Enter time, materials, and progress data into the work order system.
• Maintain maintenance records and related paperwork.
• Weather-related duties including snow and ice removal.
• Emergency call-back after hours, holidays and weekends.
• Complete mandatory training and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Virginia driver7s license

Basic computer skills

State of Virginia Journeyman plumber

Tools

Plumbing system knowledge

Job description

Title: Plumber / Zone Mechanic III

State Role Title:79033

Hiring Range: $53,228.00 - $73,455.00

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Central State Hospital

Agency Website:https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/csh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Your future matters! At the Commonwealth of Virginia, enjoy ROBUST BENEFITS and a RETIREMENT PLAN designed to support you long after your career. ***Any and all qualifications that you have must be represented in your application/resume as verifiable work experience.*** Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277 bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has proudly been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, when we opened our doors as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. A new and modern CSH is currently under construction on the same property, with a scheduled completion date of 2027. CSH maintains the only maximum-security treatment facility in the state (111 beds). We also have 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. We believe that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person’s individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person. Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence-based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use. Central State Hospital is currently recruiting for a Full-Time Plumber with the ability to analyze defects and malfunctions to determine the scope of the problem. You will be performing as a Journeyman Plumber/Pipefitter with responsibility for a complete project from initial layout to final assembly. Utilizing the ability to perform small repairs in the areas of plumbing, electrical, HVAC and painting. Also, you will performs assignments independently therefore; responsible for planning the assigned work, following sketches, diagrams and blueprints.

• Performs diagnostic and corrective maintenance repairs for major/minor installation, repairs and alteration to all plumbing, plumbing fixtures, domestic water system, gas lines, sanitary/steam sewers, steam/return systems, pipe fitting, welding, and installation for all piping within uniform building code guidelines, manufacturer’s specifications, environmental, OSHA and other adopted safety protocols and requirements within specified timeframes of work order.
• Performs general preventive, corrective maintenance and notes deficiencies in assigned Zone by creating work orders as well as PM water temps at mixing valves, eye washes, steam traps and other related parts, pipe insulation, etc.
• Check Sanitary and Storm Sewer systems for cross contamination and illicit discharges as scheduled in work order system.
• Enters time, progress, materials, tasks and completion data for work performed on assigned work orders in the automated work order system.
• Maintain service maintenance records, work orders, and requisitions and other miscellaneous records as needed or requested by administration.
• Weather Related Duties to consist of but not limited to Snow and Ice removal from sidewalks / roadways.
• Emergency Call Back for assigned time period after normal business hours/schedule, holidays and weekend.
• Mandatory and other training as required to maintain certifications. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Virginia driving license.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.
• State of Virginia Journeyman plumber license
• Documented hands-on experience in commercial or industrial Plumbing installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Additional Considerations

• Master Plumber
• Experience with pipe fitting, welding, and steam systems.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources Department

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific (“barrier”) crimes or those with pending “barrier” charges.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at [phone] during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

Benefits

• DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

Note

Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.