Facilities Plumber Helper (T2B : JCC L32-Plumbing & Mechanical)
- Summary
We are creating a list for positions (Temporary, Special Duty, and/or Career Service) that become available in the next 12 months.
The King County’s Building Operations Section (BOS) within Facilities Management Division (FMD), is currently looking to hire a Plumber Helper. This position assists and works under the supervisor of a journey-level Plumber, repairing and maintaining pipes.
The individual selected should have strong learning aptitude and pride themselves at providing excellent customer service.
WHO ARE WE?
Through a workforce of over 300 dedicated employees, the FMD operates and manages the County's capital assets by developing and maintaining cost-conscious, sustainable, high-quality facilities, and environments. The BOS provides custodial services, maintenance and building operations as well as building security. BOS is committed to providing high quality service to support and maintain buildings effectively and efficiently.
Why it's worth taking a second look at working for King County:
http://kingcounty.gov/audience/employees/careers/why-work-here.aspx
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx
- Job Duties
SCOPE OF JOB DUTIES
In order to be considered for this exciting opportunity, the successful candidate at minimum will demonstrate skill and ability to:- Assist in performing planned maintenance on plumbing systems.
- Assist in installing, servicing, and repairing various plumbing and mechanical systems, as required.
- Assist in getting drawings, materials, and parts required to perform the job.
- Lock out, tag out, and try out equipment for safety, as required.
- Use various hand tools and approved power tools.
- Check the monitoring equipment on systems, to ensure they are functioning properly, as required.
- Assist in transferring and cleaning chemical processing systems per regulatory procedures.
- Assist in assembling/attaching various pipes, valves, and other plumbing components, using the appropriate tools and method.
- Consult with co-workers or lead when assistance is needed and/or when there are questions on job related issues.
- Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- Prior plumbing and drain cleaning experience/exposure
- High School diploma or GED equivalent
- Prior work experience is desired
- Solid interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
- Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints
- Skill in using tools typical of the plumbing trade
- Supplemental Information
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
- This position has been designated by department leadership as a FIRST RESPONDER in the event of a proclaimed emergency. Meaning this position has a role in emergency response and is responsible for the protection and preservation of life, property, evidence, environment and/or restoration of order.
- We are creating a list for positions (Temporary, Special Duty or Career Service) that become available in the next 12 months.
- These positions will report to 1 of 2 locations: King County Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent, WA or the Courthouse in Downtown Seattle.
- The work schedule is Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This position must be available for call-out for which appropriate premiums will be paid. Work shifts, and hours may vary due to maintenance and project requirements.
- This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and are therefore overtime eligible.
- Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; schedule and work location are to be determined.
- Incumbents in these positions are represented by the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters, Local 32.
- Final appointment is contingent upon successfully passing a thorough federal and county background investigation and clearing a pre-employment physical examination.
WHO MAY APPLY:
This position is open to all qualified applicants. To be eligible for the Special Duty position, you must be a current Career Service employee and have approval from your supervisor before final appointment.
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Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
TO APPLY:
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact Tricia Morrison at tricia.morrison@kingcounty.gov or 206-477-9441.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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01Are you applying to this position as an eligible Current or Previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
- Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my role at King County AND I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. AND The position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
- No.
02If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoffRequired Question