Plumber Journey-level

We have a great opportunity for you to become part of a team that is dedicated to Transforming Lives while you use your plumbing skills.
We are recruiting for experienced, journey-level Plumbers to join our team.
You will perform plumbing, pipefitting, and steamfitting work on commercial and residential buildings.
This job is located at the DSHS Western State Hospital Campus.
* This job offers stability in the trades, yet provides you a variety of projects that need your skills.
* You'll have a fixed day shift schedule of consistent work, with usually a 3-day weekend off.
* There is no traveling for plumbing work.
* You'll work with an interesting blend of old and new building systems, working on a variety of equipment.
How much do you currently pay out of pocket for benefits?Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We also offer a great selection of health and pension retirement plans, paid leave, training, and compensation benefits for you and your family.
*Some of what you'll do* * Install, test, inspect, maintain, and repair storm sewers, septic tanks and sewage mains, booster pump systems, waste drain lines, hot water heaters, backflow or cross connection devices, and water mains; commercial/residential bathroom, laundry, and kitchen plumbing fixtures; balancing valves, hydrants and water coolers * Operate and repair lift stations, which include pumps, inlet/outlet piping, air reliefs, aligning motor pump belt pulleys, rotating assemblies; checking for wear spacing between wear plate and impellers; perform pump station operation maintenance * Shop work such as refacing and reseating valves, cutting and threading pipe, bending pipe, replacing pump bushings and washers, testing valves and other pressure equipment * Clean and maintain tools * Estimate materials and time needed to complete jobs *What we're looking for* Valid driver's license + Journey-level standing as a Plumber as attested by: * WA State L&I Journey-level Plumber Certification (PL01) * Or, completion of a recognized apprenticeship in plumbing (i.
e.
8000 hours plumbing work experience or two years plumbing trade school) * Or, full journey-level status in a Plumber and Pipefitters Union Desired * Ability to work from blueprints and schematics * Ability to move in a confined space and on ladders, work with chemicals, and necessary hand and power tools * Knowledge of standard practices and methods used in the plumbing trade Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to _Transform Lives_ requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values and meaningful work.
It is crucial to our agency’s mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS.
We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
We have a great opportunity for you to become part of a team that is dedicated to Transforming Lives while you use your plumbing skills.
We are recruiting for several experienced, *journey-level Plumbers *to join our team.
You will perform plumbing, pipefitting, and steamfitting work on commercial and residential buildings.
This job is located at the DSHS Fircrest Residential Habilitation Center in Shoreline, WA.
* This job offers stability in the trades, yet provides you a variety of projects that need your skills.
* You'll have a fixed day shift schedule of consistent work, Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:00pm with weekend off.
Can offer 5/8’s or 4/10’s * There is no traveling for plumbing work.
* You'll work with an interesting blend of old and new building systems, working on a variety of equipment.
How much do you currently pay out of pocket for benefits? Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We also offer a great selection of health and pension retirement plans, paid leave, training, and compensation benefits for you and your family.
King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use.
Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
*Some of what you'll do* * Install, test, inspect, maintain, and repair storm sewers, septic tanks and sewage mains, booster pump systems, waste drain lines, hot water heaters, backflow or cross connection devices, and water mains; commercial/residential bathroom, laundry, and kitchen plumbing fixtures; balancing valves, hydrants and water coolers * Operate and repair lift stations, which include pumps, inlet/outlet piping, air reliefs, aligning motor pump belt pulleys, rotating assemblies; checking for wear spacing between wear plate and impellers; perform pump station operation maintenance * Shop work such as refacing and reseating valves, cutting and threading pipe, bending pipe, replacing pump bushings and washers, testing valves and other pressure equipment * Clean and maintain tools * Estimate materials and time needed to complete jobs * At times conduct remodel services across campus * Complete preventative maintenance work orders to remain compliant * Conduct weekly water samples *What we're looking for* High school graduation or possession of a GED certificate.
Backflow tester license, not required but preffered Valid driver's license Journey-level standing as a Plumber as attested by: * WA State L&I Journey-level Plumber Certification (PL01) * Or, completion of a recognized apprenticeship in plumbing (i.
e.
8000 hours plumbing work experience or two years plumbing trade school) * Or, full journey-level status in a Plumber and Pipefitters Union Note: -Some positions will be required to obtain and maintain a Water Distribution Manager Certificate of Competency and/or Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate of Competency issued by the Department of Health.
These certificates are required by the Safe Drinking Water Act of December 1974, effective January 1, 1978.
-Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
*Desired* * Ability to work from blueprints and schematics * Ability to move in a confined space and on ladders, work with chemicals, and necessary hand and power tools * Knowledge of standard practices and methods used in the plumbing trade Job Type: Full-time Pay: $59,616.
00 - $69,072.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * Day shift Ability to commute/relocate: * Shoreline, WA 98155: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) License/Certification: * WA State L&I Journey-level Plumber Certification (PL01) (Required) Work Location: In person