Plumber II

Plumber II (S)

The primary purpose of this unit is to provide repair, replace, maintain and inspect all facility mechanical and plumbing systems at JIRDC to ensure a safe, wholesome and therapeutic environment for the residents and staff. The primary responsibility of this position is to supply direct Plant Operations support in the trade of Plumbing. Routine duties include but not limited to inspecting, repairing, replacing, and installing a wide variety of pipe fittings, valves, pumps, pressure gauges, regulators, dish sanitizers, all plumbing fixtures, maintaining facilities dietary equipment, including maintain functioning of facility water valves and sewer distribution. This position will be considered the Lead Plumber and will be responsible for providing an accurate material list which includes the cost associated, as well as the timeline for each repair. This position will be required to participate in a (5) week On-Call rotation with additional mechanical staff. This position (on occasion) is required to work outside the departments normal 7:30am-4:00pm work shift to begin or complete facility plumbing repairs, including (as required) weekends and holidays during non-scheduled facility plumbing emergencies. JIRDC Maintenance Department staff are designated Mandatory and required to work during adverse weather events and facility emergencies as needed and requested. Required training: Asbestos/Lead Training (O&M), Lock out/ Tag out, Equipment Safety Training.

Salary Range: $39,244.00 – $68,679.00

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented experience in plumbing, pipefitting, and/or sewage systems.
• NC Licensed Plumber with diversified plumbing experience. (commercial & residential).
• Work experience in a hospital, school, and/or institutional environment.

Good physical condition to perform heavy work (on occasion) exerting up to 100lbs or force, ability to work overhead or from ladders, on hands/knees for extended periods of time. Meet physical requirements to wear NIOSH approved respirator as required. Significant work overhead, or on hands and knees for extended periods of time. Ability to walk, stand, kneel, crawl, climb, stoop, & lift. Ability to work in hot or cold exterior environments for extended periods. Require visual acuity to be able to perform activities for the job such as operating machinery or performing mechanical trade tasks of a repetitive nature.

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

Shift Hours: 1st shift (7:30 am – 4:00 pm), Monday – Friday, work schedule may vary and include evening, weekend, holiday, and emergency hours.

About J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center:

The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We provide comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of the state. JIRDC is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive, & functional abilities.

The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is located just an hour from the Queen City of Charlotte, home of the Carolina Panthers and the City of Asheville, home to the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn. Our facility sits on one of the most picturesque properties in Burke County. We are nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James. Nearby Pisgah National Forest offers outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family.