JOB LOCATION
13636 E Ellsworth Ave Aurora, Colorado 80012-1330
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?
- Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
- Diverse community
- Competitive total compensation package
- Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
- Light rail station minutes away
- On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
- Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Hiring range for this position is: $30.97-$38.72
The deadline to apply for this position is Monday, February 3rd, 2025. However, it is subject to close at any time once a qualified pool of applications is received.
Signing Bonus: New employees are eligible for a $5,000 bonus;
The signing bonus will be paid in installments as follows:
$1,000 on the first paycheck
$1,000 after 3 months from the hire date
$1,000 after 6 months from the hire date
$1,000 after 9 months from the hire date
$1,000 after 12 months from the hire date
Candidates must reside in Colorado at time of hire
OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT
The Trades Specialist Plumber performs skilled plumbing, installation and repair work on plumbing systems in city-owned or city-leased buildings and facilities.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Performs new installation, repair and preventative maintenance of both residential and commercial plumbing systems
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Monitors and inspects facilities, equipment and systems to determine compliance with State standards, and need for repair or upgrade
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Reviews blueprints and construction plans
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Monitors and oversees contract work for compliance to established standards
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Analyzes malfunctions and makes repairs or adjustments
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Coordinates, monitors and/or performs installation of materials, fixtures, equipment and systems
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Operates specialized tools and equipment; operates computerized monitoring and testing as well as reporting systems
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Schedules and performs detailed plumbing preventive maintenance tasks
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Schedules, tests and certifies backflow prevention devises
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Maintains records of operation, maintenance and repairs
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Prepares related reports; maintains inventory of parts and supplies
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Trains subordinate employees as appropriate
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May act as lead worker Performs other related duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education:
Experience:
Knowledge:
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Knowledge of practices, procedures, equipment and systems related assigned function
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Applicable safety practices and procedures
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Current State Plumbing and Building codes
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Hazards and safety practices common to the construction industry
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City policy, procedures and division work guidelines
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Mold identification and awareness
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Asbestos identification and awareness
Skills:
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Skill in the use of tools and equipment related to assigned function
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Skill in the use of single person lifts and fall protection procedures
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Skill in monitoring the work of assigned personnel through apprentices
Course Training (Proficient Level)
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Advance Plumbing Training Course
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OSHA 10-hour General Industry Training certificate
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OSHA 30-hour General Industry Training certificate
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Basic MS WORD Software completion
Abilities:
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens
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Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
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Read and comply with blueprints, diagrams, schematics, manuals and specifications
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Maintain accurate records, logs and reports
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Train and instruct other employees
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Perform physical activities common to building maintenance work
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Ability to organize, coordinate and direct the work of others
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Ability to work in unpleasant and sometimes hazardous conditions
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Organize and schedule resources, materials and equipment to accomplish tasks
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Supportive team player with a positive attitude and ability to adapt to change
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Strong commitment to safety
Licenses and Certifications Required:
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Colorado Driver’s License
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State of Colorado Journeyman Plumbing License
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Must be able to obtain a Cross-Connection and Backflow License within 6 months of employment
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands:
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Moderate to heavy physical work requiring ability to lift a maximum of 100 pounds
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Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds
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Considerable walking and standing
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Frequent performance of activities which require a full range of body movement including bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and climbing
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Hand/eye coordination for operation of maintenance and construction equipment
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Vision to read reports and manuals
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Speech to communicate with employees and citizens.
Equipment Used:
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Operates tools, equipment and vehicles common to plumbing trade, maintenance and repair of buildings.
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Operates equipment and vehicles common to facilities maintenance
Work Environment:
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Works both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, paints, and building materials.
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May work on roofs, crawl spaces, secured areas, and confined spaces May work on-call and varying shifts
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
