The King County’s Building Operations Section (BOS) within Facilities Management Division (FMD), is currently looking to hire a Plumber who wants to be part of a team that prides themselves at providing excellent customer service to our King County customers. This position is part of our Plumbing and Mechanical Shop and will be responsible for performing journey-level Plumber duties such as installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems in and around County facilities.  This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced journey level plumber or someone that is mechanically inclined and interested in learning about Plumbing.
 
This position requires the capability to respond to shifting priorities all while accomplishing daily tasks in a safety sensitive work environment. The person in this role must have strong communication skills to interact, collaborate, and prioritize problems with coworkers, customers, and management in a demanding fast paced environment.  This role will require traveling to various locations throughout King County and require a security clearance in order to access the various correctional facilities.   
 
King County offers an excellent benefit package including paid sick leave, vacation time, and a pension retirement system.  You can find out more on the benefits tab of this posting.  Our work is steady and stable, we are looking for someone that is interested in a career and not a job.  
 
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

 

In order to be considered for this exciting opportunity, the successful candidate at minimum will demonstrate skill and ability to:

• Perform preventative, corrective, and emergency plumbing and mechanical maintenance on but not limited to:
  • Irrigation systems.
  • Plumbing fixtures in the shop by re-facing, repacking, and resealing valves; cutting, threading, and bending pipe; replacing pump bushings and washers; and testing pressure equipment.
  • Water mains, sprinklers, fixtures, and other equipment.
  • Induction and air handling units; clean and inspect all equipment. 
  • Refrigeration service.
  • Welding or fabricating plates, brackets, and pipes.
  • Plumbing and mechanical systems and system components. 
  • Additional plumbing and mechanical systems as assigned.
• Read and interpret blueprints and written instructions for plumbing repair and maintenance projects; provide time and material estimates on plumbing repair and maintenance projects.
• Clean, maintain, and repair power and hand tools used in plumbing assignments
• Work in teams with steam fitters and other work group employees
• Provide excellent customer service to the Division's clients, building tenants and visitors, and coworkers.
• Utilize assigned technology on a daily basis to accurately track and update work in work order systems, record personal time sheets, conduct ongoing correspondence, maintain equipment maintenance, and perform other tasks as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Completed an apprenticeship program for plumbing and have at least three years' experience as a journey-level plumber, steam fitter, or refrigeration mechanic or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the work of this position.
• Experience with the installation and maintenance of pipe fitting, plumbing, refrigeration, and duct systems, including domestic water, wastewater, vent, irrigation, fire sprinkler, pumping, and HVAC closed loop systems.
• Experience with snaking & jetting sewers, using cameras & locating equipment. Experience in preparing cost estimates.
• Experience in the use, operation, and care of tools, machinery, and equipment used in the plumbing trade.
• Ability to communicate clearly orally, in writing, and through technology. Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ongoing learning of Uniform Plumbing Code and other related codes and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.
• Experience building and maintaining positive relationships with multiple stakeholders and crew members; Customer focused.
• Demonstrated ability and continuous learning to use a computer, smart technology, and various programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, Email, Microsoft Teams, and a work order management system.

• Washington State Plumber’s License Certification Federal Class 1 and 2 
• Backflow Testing License
• City of Seattle Refrigeration License
• City of Seattle Fire Director’s Certificate
• Certified Welder Card
• Journey-level Steamfitter (Pipefitter) Card

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 looking to fill positions in both our north location at the King County Courthouse and our south location at the King County Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent, WA, covering both day and swing shift.
• 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.
• We are also creating a hiring list for any future positions that become available in the next 12 months.
• 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.

• submit proof of vaccination, or
• have an approved request for medical or religious exemption and an approved accommodation. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.