Plumber Supervisor (1st Shift) - Warren State Hospital

About the role

The Plumber Supervisor position with the Department of Human Services leads skilled staff and guides important plumbing projects at Warren State Hospital. The role maintains safe and reliable systems that support everyday operations and is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems and keeping teams on track.

Responsibilities

• Supervisory Leadership: Direct the daily work of plumbers and other trades staff while ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Work Assignment Planning: Evaluate routine and specialized installation, repair, and maintenance work orders assigned to staff.
• System Compliance Oversight: Ensure plumbing systems meet all codes, regulations, and quality standards during installation and repair.
• Complex Problem Solving: Troubleshoot and resolve difficult repair or replacement issues involving unclear or incomplete schematics.
• Interdepartment Coordination: Collaborate with other trades supervisors and management to support renovation and construction project needs.
• Project Planning: Develop plumbing project plans that include cost estimates, materials, labor needs, and timeline requirements.

Schedule

Full‑time employment. Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch. Hours may change based on operational needs. Overtime and travel as needed. No telework option.

Benefits

• Free parking

Pay

In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.

Qualifications

Minimum experience and training requirements:

• One year as a Plumber 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years as a Plumber 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Six years of experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing components and fixtures, including three years performing plumbing installation and repair assignments independently in commercial, industrial, or multi‑unit residential structures; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes three years performing plumbing installation and repair assignments independently in commercial, industrial, or multi‑unit residential structures.

Special Requirements:

• Active motor vehicle license.

Other Requirements:

• Must meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• Submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including Pennsylvania State Police and FBI clearance, as required by the Older Adult Protective Services Act.