Plumber I

Salary: $40,662.00 Annually
Location : 711 E. El Cibolo Rd, Edinburg, TX
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Job Number: 2026-03451
Department: Hidalgo County - Sheriff
Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Status:: External Re-Advertisement
Open Positions:: 1
Advertisement details and/or special instructions:: Please submit resume with application.
Grade:: 08
Work Hours:: Must be able to work hours, which do not coincide with Monday thru Friday, 8am to 5pm workday.


General Description
Performs skilled/full journey level duties under limited supervision to install, repair, or maintain plumbing system (i.e. Water, drain, and gas) systems in County owned and maintained buildings.
To be considered an applicant for this position, we require that you upload copies of the following documents. Applicant package will not be considered complete until we receive all of the required documents that are listed below. ** Please upload each document separately**

1. ** Please upload/attach a copy of the following:


- Please upload a copy of your high school diploma, GED or college transcript.


2. **Please download the link below. Make sure to get this form notarized and uploaded as an attachment to your application:

3. ** Please DO NOT upload or attach any other documents not listed above. Attaching other documents will delay the processing of your application.
Examples of Work Performed
Trouble shoots plumbing problems and performs general maintenance and repairs for all boilers, hot water tanks, steamers, heaters, dishwashers, and related items/devices in the County.
Installs and repairs gas and waterlines and drains and sewer lines; Checks and repairs gas leaks.
Repairs breaks in underground water and drain lines; May install and repair sprinkler systems.
On call for emergency repairs of plumbing and sewage systems.
Unstops drain lines.
Installs, repairs, replaces faucets, sinks, toilets, showers, and other plumbing fixtures.
Winterizes buildings (if needed) to limit freeze damage to plumbing systems.
Performs preventive maintenance on all plumbing (water, gas, and sewer) equipment, fixtures, etc. and eliminates severe problems that could be the cause of major down time.
Informs supervisor of parts, equipment, and other supplies that are necessary to do the job.
Keeps necessary parts and supplies on hand for common projects.
Cleans work area and maintains plumbing shop and tools, including assigned vehicle.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience
Journeyman's Plumber's License preferred.

One (1) year experience in the plumbing field in commercial plumbing maintenance and/or repair.

Certificates, Licenses and Registration:

Acceptable driving record required.


Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license.


Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier.
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