Plumber Position Available In Jefferson, Florida

Plumber 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars 1050 Big Joe Road, Monticello, FL 32344 FLORIDA

DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

We Never Walk Alone Plumber This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at Jefferson Correctional Institution in the Maintenance Department. The mission of Facilities Management and Building Construction at the Florida Department of Corrections is to provide a safe, secure, and efficient environment for staff, inmates, and visitors. This is achieved through the effective management, maintenance, and construction of correctional facilities, ensuring they meet all regulatory standards and support the department’s overall mission of public safety and rehabilitation. This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.

JOB DUTIES

PLUMBER:

This working position is responsible for the installation and repair of plumbing and associated systems, LP Gas supply, Waste Collection and Potable Water necessary to operate a major institution. This position will also provide on the job training to those inmates he/she supervises in plumbing and associated systems. Performs preventive maintenance and repairs for all plumbing systems, including LP gas supply, waste collection, and potable water. Installs, maintains, and repairs plumbing fixtures such as valves, faucets, traps, sinks, sewer lines, vents, and sanitary fixtures. Conducts tests, maintains logs, and keeps records for equipment as per Department guidelines. Repairs, replaces, and checks high and low pressure steam boilers, safety devices, and controls, and cleans boilers, tanks, and water heaters. Reads blueprints, plans and organizes work, prepares reports, supervises inmates, participates in departmental training, and performs other related duties as required.

BENEFITS

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
• Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance.
• Tuition-Free college courses.
• Retirement Plans with the

Florida Retirement System:

o Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan) o Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan) o Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop) o Deferred Compensation o Recently Retired? Beginning July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; beginning with the 7th calendar month from the member’s distribution date, there are no restrictions on working for an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or its equivalent and at least one (1) year of experience in the plumbing trade OR four or more years of experience in the plumbing trade (College or vocational/technical training in the above listed trade can substitute for the required experience).
• A valid Driver’s license.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

BACKGROUND

SCREENING REQUIREMENT

The Florida Department of Corrections requires all job applicants and volunteers to pass a Level 2 background check as per Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. This check must be completed before they can start working or volunteering.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) only hires U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the

U.S. FDC

uses E-Verify to confirm an employee’s eligibility to work after completing the I-9 form. For online application issues, call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,687.40 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

Plumbing:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location:

In person