TRADES TECHNICIAN III (PLUMBER)

DHRM; Rockville (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern State Hospital seeks a Trades Technician III (Plumber) to maintain potable water systems, pumps, hot water heating systems, sanitary sewer systems, steam distribution, and fire suppression equipment. This role reports to the Trades Manager and supports a safe environment for residents and staff.

Ideal candidates bring Journeyman-level plumbing experience in commercial settings, a valid driver's license, a gas fitter license, and completion of trade school or an accredited

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level experience in commercial plumbing, steam, and fire suppression systems.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Gas fitter license required.
• Completion of trade school and/or accredited plumbing/steam fitting apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain potable water systems, pumps, heating and sanitary systems, fire suppression and related equipment.
• Ensure safe and comfortable environment for residents and staff.

Skills

Journeyman plumbing experience

Valid Driver's License

Gas Fitter license

Trade school / apprenticeship

Education

Trade school or accredited Plumbing/Steamfitting apprenticeship

Job description

Title: TRADES TECHNICIAN III (PLUMBER)

State Role Title: Maintenance and Repair Workers, General

Hiring Range: $53,228 - $73,455

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Eastern State Hospital

Agency Website: ht://dbhs.virginia.gov/facilities/esh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Directly responsible to the Trades Manager for providing a safe and comfortable environment for residents & staff by repairing and maintaining properly functioning equipment and systems to include but not limited to: potable water systems, pumps, water/steam heat exchangers, hot water heating systems, sanitary sewer systems, steam and condensate distribution systems, fire suppression/sprinkler systems, and related equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive experience at a Journeyman's level in commercial: Plumbing, steam and condensate systems, fire suppression and sprinkler systems.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Gas Fitters License.
• Completion of trade school and/or accredited Plumbing/Steam fitting apprenticeship.

Additional Considerations

• Journeyman (or higher) Plumbers card.

Special Instructions

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

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 the AHP Letter.

Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

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.

Contact Information

Name: Eastern State Hospital

Phone: [phone]

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