Job description

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year period and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being established for this classification. Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts.
Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nccde.
EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and experience, a written examination, a computerized exam, an oral board interview examination, a performance examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list. The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year. The appropriate number of names on the eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.03.505 will be certified to the hiring department for consideration to fill the vacant position(s).
New employees are generally hired at the starting salary and may be eligible for merit increases each year upon receipt of a satisfactory performance evaluation, up to the maximum salary.
New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Maintains water, heating, and plumbing systems in a County building; does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class performs skilled work as a licensed Plumber at the journeyman level. The work is performed under general supervision. Detailed instructions as to the manner of performing each step are seldom given but work is checked on completion for satisfactory performance. This employee works on independent projects or with other employees as determined by the supervisor.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)

• Works at the highest level as required by the State of Delaware and New Castle County licensing boards;
• Installs and repairs hot and cold water, oil, steam, air, wastewater, or gas pipes and makes all necessary connections;
• Installs water service piping which includes the wiping and testing of joints;
• Installs and repairs a variety of pipe materials including PVC, CPVC, PET, HOPE, DIP, CIP, copper, black iron, galvanized, steel, etc.;
• Installs and repairs fixtures such as lavatory facilities, drinking fountains, and sprinkling systems; Cuts, bends, and threads pipes;
• Installs and services pumps, valves, and motors;
• Maintains plumbing tools and equipment;
• May supervise and instruct other skilled workers on plumbing projects;
• Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;
• Operates a personal computer, and other related equipment in the course of the work.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of the terminology, tools, materials, and practices of the plumbing trade; good knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work; good knowledge of rigging, restraining, and supporting pipework, skill in the performance of plumbing tasks; ability to read and work from blueprints; mechanical aptitude; ability to obtain a building permit and comply with the County building code and the Unified Development Code; ability to maintain a State of Delaware and New Castle County plumbing license; ability to pass a Class Ill County physical examination.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: At least one (1) year of experience as a skilled trades plumber and possession of a current Journeyperson Certificate or proof of at least seven (7) years experience under a Master Plumber's supervision.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Delaware Class D driver's license or its equivalent; current State of Delaware plumbing license is required upon hire.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Meaghan McPherson
Human Resources Technician
Meaghan.McPherson@newcastlede.gov

Health Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from the date of hire. Charges for coverage vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen. The following plans are currently available through Highmark (Comprehensive 80% Plan; a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) and an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) and Aetna (Open Access HMO.) Deductibles and co-pays may also apply.

Dental Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from date of hire. Currently, there are two PPO options and an HMO option. Charges vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen.

Sick Leave: Accumulates at the rate of one day for each completed month of service, beginning after the first full month of employment.

Vacation: Vests on December 31 of the calendar year preceding the vacation year. Vested vacation is to be used in the 12 months following the vesting date. Employees are entitled to vacation as follows:

• Less than 12 months service - 1 day for each completed month of service to a maximum of 10 days
• 1 – 4 years of service - 10 days of vacation
• 5 – 9 years of service - 15 days of vacation
• 10 – 14 years of service - 20 days of vacation
• 15 years of service - 25 days of vacation
• 15+ years of service - 25+ days of vacation (an additional day for each successive year of service)

Holidays: 13-1/2 paid holidays per year (1/2 day on Christmas Eve).

Life Insurance: Provided by the County in the amount of one and one-half times your salary. Minimum benefit - $50,000; Maximum benefit - $200,000.

Pension: Employee contributory amount of three percent of base salary to defined benefit plan. County will make a non-elective contribution of one percent of base salary to defined contribution account. In addition, the County will also make an annual matching contribution of one hundred percent of employee's contribution, up to a maximum of two percent to defined contribution account. 10-year vesting.

Deferred Compensation Plan:
Optional employee contributory plan available.

Additional Benefits: Salary increases each year dependent upon appropriate negotiated increase and/or merit increases; Credit Union, Blood Bank, Sick Leave Bank (after two years of service), Fitness Center, and an Employee Assistance Program are all benefits available to employees at no cost.

Supplemental Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care), additional life insurance, vision, group accident, group hospital indemnity, group disability, and critical care insurance are also available at an additional cost to the employee.

Union Affiliation: Some positions are affiliated with a local bargaining unit, and, therefore, will require a monthly dues deduction ranging from $23 to $46.65 per month.

Special Note: The above benefits are subject to change. For detailed information on any of the above, contact the Office of Human Resources at (302) 395-5180.

Revised: 12/15/15

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.22 - $37.84 per hour

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