Date Opened: Tuesday, December 31, 2024 12:00 AM Close Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025 12:00 AM Department: General Services Department Salary: $26.94 - $33.67 Commensurate with Experience SUMMARY Seeking a Systems Maintenance Mechanic Senior (Plumber) in the Building Services Division of the General Services Department. This position will be responsible for performing demands related to plumbing services, preventative maintenance, and repairs to plumbing systems in approximately 180 City facilities. This position will also be responsible for annual inspections of back-flow preventers. This position will serve as a subject matter expert in the plumbing trade and will serve as a liaison to the project manager for new facilities being built. We are offering a $2,000 sign on bonus! Major Duties and Responsibilities: * Knowledge of commercial plumbing systems including but not limited to: * Multi-story plumbing systems * Lift station maintenance * Back flow devices * Gas lines * Water lines * Pipe hangers and supports * Foundation cuts * Pipe threading * Water closets * Water lines * Commercial washing machines * Water fountains * Bottle fillers * Water heaters * Rebuild of water fixtures: * Flushing systems * Valves * Shower valves * Faucets * Knowledge and repair of drainage systems: * Sanitary waste lines * Storm drains * Oil Water separators * Septic systems * Ability to work with Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), copper and cast iron * Caulking of joints and test finished equipment * Understand and follow safety procedures * Preventative maintenance for plumbing systems Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: * Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing * Ability to read blueprints and diagrams * Must be able to work overtime, including weekend/holiday on-call and emergency call backs * Must have a good driving record and valid Driver's License * Works well as part of a team * Must be able to lift to 75lbs. of equipment and/or tools * Ability to maintain a city driving permit * Ability to load and unload extension ladders from top of utility van and place upright against buildings * Ability to climb ladders, crawl and work in small spaces * Works in an organized, clean and safe manner * Ability to work in a Microsoft Suite and a computer-based work order management system * Must be able to work within close proximity of animals Preferred Qualifications: * Considerable knowledge of principals and a mastery of skills of plumbing and plumbing systems Minimum Qualifications: * High School diploma with five (5) years of relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential job duties * Requires current Unlimited NC Plumbers License Minimum Qualifications CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT The City's Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check. Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate's written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports. Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments. The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HOW TO APPLY Apply online. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays. The City of Charlotte is committed to making the job application process accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modification will be provided. To make a request, please email HRADAAdministration@charlottenc.gov, call 704-962-6168, or visit us in person at 700 4th St., Charlotte, NC 28202. 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