Fort Bend County hiring Jail Plumber - Facilities Management & Planning - 2 Positions Available in Richmond, TX | LinkedIn (2024)

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JOB SUMMARYPrincipally conduct preventative maintenance, repair, installation, commissioning and general servicing of plumbing systems at the Jail Complex. Assists as needed with general maintenance and repair responsibilities of the Facilities Maintenance Department. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department. 2 positions are available.

• Performs preventative maintenance and repair work on all plumbing systems and fixtures in accordance with agency or department standards and code requirements.
• Responds to plumbing service or trouble calls, troubleshoot and provides problem resolution.
• Develop and follow preventative maintenance schedule for all plumbing equipment.
• Installs or alters new or upgraded plumbing systems or fixtures as required.
• Studies and prepares plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirement and sequence of repairs and/or installations.
• Maintains, tests, installs devices for the prevention of backflow, back siphonage or cross contamination.
• Assists in the maintenance and repair in a variety of skilled trade areas as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
• High School Diploma/GED; technical school training or higher education in related field preferred.
• Three years job related experience.
• Knowledge of applicable plumbing codes, standards, regulations, and Texas Commission on Jail Standards.
• Functional computer skills.
• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools and drain cleaning machines.
• Ability to make good sound decisions.
• Ability to read, draw, and interpret plumbing and mechanical schematics, and one-line diagrams.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Journeyman licensed in the State of Texas preferred.

SALARY RANGE $19.71 - $24.63 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE Upon filling 2 positions

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobsAll full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.