Trades Technician III - Plumbing

Charleston County Government; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision and Life Ins.

Optional Life and Disability Insurance

Annual and Sick Leave

14 Holidays

SCRS State Retirement Plan

Optional Deferred Compensation

Longevity and Merit Pay

Training and Skill Development

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Well-being Program

Job summary

Charleston County Government is seeking a skilled Maintenance Plumber within the Facilities Department. The role involves planning, supervising, and coordinating plumbing repairs and upkeep across a range of facilities, reporting to the Trades Technician Supervisor.

The position requires after-hours on-call availability, physical endurance, and the ability to manage work orders, projects, and procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Three years of progressively responsible experience in the residential and commercial building trade and a minimum of five years in a building maintenance plumbing environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid SC driver’s license and pass a background check.
• A master plumber’s license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise and coordinate maintenance, repairs, and projects within the Charleston County Facilities Department.
• Repair, install, and maintain plumbing systems including water heaters, fixtures, drains, and water lines.
• Assist with administrative duties such as work order management, project management, and procurement; provide support to occupants when the supervisor is absent.

Skills

Plumbing Maintenance

Water Heater Maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

This position plans, supervises and coordinates a wide variety of maintenance, repairs, and special projects within the Charleston County Facilities Department, at the direction of the Trades Technician Supervisor. Typical duties include, but are not limited to, the repair, installation, and maintenance in the plumbing trade. This position will be expected to assist with administrative duties such as the computer-based work order management system, project management and procurement processes, as well as provide support to building occupants in the absence of the regular supervisor.

HIRING SALARY

$50,440 - $66,060 (Estimated Annual Salary)

Duties Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

Repairing water heaters, water fountains, ice machines, and mixing valves; and fixtures; leaky faucets and water lines, unclogging drains, toilets, and sinks; completing work order forms and reports and overseeing outside contractors. In addition, individual will be responsible for maintaining issued tools and repair parts inventory. Position requires after hours on call 24/7 and is subject to repetitive bending, kneeling, standing, climbing, prolonged sitting, and the capability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of progressively responsible experience in the residential and commercial building trade and a minimum of five (5) years in a building maintenance plumbing environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The selected individual may from time to time be involved in facility alterations, renovations and other maintenance duties as needed. Must possess a high school diploma (or GED). Must possess a valid SC driver’s license and pass a background check and capable of meeting medical and physical examination requirements. A master plumber’s license is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required and the ability to effectively problem solve and troubleshoot a variety of situations. Exemplary customer service/support skills are required and experience using word processing, email, spreadsheet functions, Office 365 and power point. Ability to provide feedback in both written and oral forms. Must be able to be on call 24/7 and available to work various shifts. Must be available for and report to work during a declared County emergency.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being Program

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