Building Maintenance Worker*Plumber-U2 - Public Works

The Public Works Department strives to improve the quality of life in Phoenix through efficient delivery of outstanding solid waste, fleet, facilities, and energy management services. The department is currently looking for a skilled Plumber - Building Maintenance Worker with extensive journey-level experience in maintenance, repair, and alteration of plumbing systems, remodeling of offices, houses, and other facilities. Assignments include numerous trades and skills such as plumbing, rough carpentry, drywall repairs, and painting.

Responsibilities

• Determine appropriate work methods, tools, and materials used for most assignments.
• Perform work independently or in teams and occasionally serve as a crew leader over other Building Maintenance Workers for specified projects.

Requirements

• Three years of skilled-level experience in building maintenance and repair work, with a high level of proficiency in at least two of the building trades.
• Completion of an acceptable apprenticeship program.
• OR six years of trades experience, three of which are at the skilled level, with a high level of proficiency in at least two of the building trades.
• Backflow Certification (or similar plumbing certification) is required at time of application.
• All finalists are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment must be fingerprinted.
• Must be physically capable of operating vehicles safely, possess a valid driver’s license, and have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with commercial plumbing; repair of water lines, drain lines, and vents.
• Knowledge of various building codes, standards, and construction practices (NFPA).
• Experience managing vendors or subcontractors.
• Experience with commercial tenant improvement, construction, and finish/top-out plumbing.

Pay

Pay Range: $26.70 to $39.45 per hour. Hiring Range: $26.70 to $32.46 per hour.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Benefits

• Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions.
• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.
• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans.
• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan.
• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Employer-paid long-term disability.
• Free bus/light rail pass.
• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year.
• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick and personal leave days.
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period.
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi.