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Plumber - Nebraska State Penitentiary

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State of Nebraska

Lincoln, NE (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 03/14/2026 (Updated 4 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Description

Plumber
  • Nebraska State Penitentiary at State of Nebraska Plumber
  • Nebraska State Penitentiary at State of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska Posted in 11 days ago.
Job Description:
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services
  • Agency 46
Location:
Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate:
$23.473
Job Posting:
JR2025-00018821
Plumber
  • Nebraska State Penitentiary (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
Job Description:
The Nebraska State Penitentiary is seeking someone skilled in building maintenance, with a knack for getting broken facility plumbing items back to working condition. Additional $3/hour facility differential for hours worked. For additional information call 402-471-3161. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.
DUTIES:
  • Install, alter, repair, and maintain pipe systems above, below, and within structures (walls, floors, ceilings, etc.).
  • Work with plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, showers, tubs, water heaters, faucets, and kitchen/laundry equipment.
  • Maintain and repair components like traps, vents, drains, siphons, pumps, valves, and shock arrestors.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and inspections to identify and correct deficiencies.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications; sketch plumbing layouts.
  • Estimate time, materials, and cost for work orders; requisition necessary supplies.
  • Install and maintain fire protection sprinkler systems, sewage systems, and water treatment facilities.
  • Repair and adjust mechanical equipment including water/steam pumps, compressors, and fuel storage systems.
  • Ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations.
  • Train and guide helpers and apprentices in plumbing techniques and safety procedures.
Requirements /
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications :
Training and experience in the plumbing trade.
Other :
Must be willing to be on call 4-5 times throughout the year. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Corrections Training Program. Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub
  • Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

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