Journeyman Service Plumber (Immediate Hire)

PLUMBER

The Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office provides the care, custody, control, and rehabilitation of inmates. We are committed to providing the highest level of service and security to the court systems, the execution of court mandates, and the protection of individuals' rights and freedoms. The plumber installs, repairs, maintains, and secures high-use, piping systems, that carry water, gas, and waste within a correctional institution. They are responsible for diagnosing leaks, clearing blockages, and ensuring plumbing systems comply with regulatory codes. They ensure the continuous operation of water, gas, and sanitation infrastructure while strictly adhering to rigorous safety, security, and contraband protocols.

Repair and maintain heavy-duty, vandal-resistant plumbing fixtures, vacuum waste systems, and industrial kitchen or laundry equipment.

• Installation: Cut, assemble, and install pipes, fittings, and fixtures (e.g., Diagnostics & Repair: Inspect plumbing systems, troubleshoot malfunctions, locate leaks, and clear drain obstructions.
• Compliance: Follow blueprints and ensure all work adheres to local and state building codes.
• Emergency Response: Respond immediately to system disruptions, intentional toilet backups, or pipe tampering caused by inmates.
• Estimate costs for materials and labor, communicate timelines, and provide excellent customer service.
• Security Compliance: Account for every tool, part, and piece of equipment at all times to prevent them from becoming contraband or weapons.
• System Inspections: Conduct routine security checks on accessible piping, utility chases, and shut-off valves to prevent tampering.

Valid state or local plumbing license (Journeyman certification or Master plumber preferred).

• High school diploma or GED; trade school diploma or completion of a formal apprenticeship.
• Expert understanding of water distribution, drainage systems, and blueprint reading.
• Specialized Knowledge preferred) Proficiency with institutional pneumatic systems, electronic flush valves, and anti-ligature fixtures.
• Problem-solving, strong troubleshooting abilities, and clear communication with coworkers and other construction professionals.

Job-related environmental factors: The employee routinely works in an indoor environment but will occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.