Compensation And Benefits

The Full Salary Range is $39,319.00 - $70,361.00. The expected hiring range is $39,319.00 - $51,736.00 depending on qualifications, with an excellent benefits package. Â You can learn more about the benefits that the City of Greensboro offers by visiting https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/people-culture/benefits. Â

Work Schedule

Monday-Thursday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm & Friday 7:30 am-11:30 amÂ

About Engineering And Inspections

Facilities, a division of the Engineering and Inspections Department, is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all City-owned buildings by providing mechanical, structural, and custodial services.Â

This division also oversees construction services for the renovation and new construction of city facilities, such as libraries, and fire and police stations, and manages a facility energy program.

Buildings maintained by the Facilities Division include

Greensboro Cultural Center, Greensboro Historical Museum, J. Douglas Galyon Depot, J. Edward Kitchen Operation Center, Public Libraries, Melvin Municipal Office Building, Parks and Recreation facilities, police and fire substations, Police Headquarters, Public Safety Center, Service Center.

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Primary Duties/Brief Description Of Work

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Primary job function and duties: The Mechanic I (Plumber) position requires someone to work independently to make plumbing and mechanical repairs and renovations. This position will work under the direction of the plumbing supervisor, require minimal to no supervision and be able to make decisions on their own. The job requires good knowledge of the plumbing field, including the installation of new plumbing systems from the ground up. This employee should possess the ability to troubleshoot and repair existing old and new plumbing equipment. They must be able to operate all hand and power plumbing tools of the trade; such as drills, saws, sewer machines, electric meters, pipe threading machines, gas torches, and wire and stick welders. The successful applicant should have the ability to use electric meters and understand electrical control systems, possess the knowledge and ability to operate solar hot water systems, and ability to thread pipe and solder pipe. The employee will train and work with the plumber technicians and must have the knowledge and understanding of Occupational Safety and Health Administration policies and procedures. They must comply with local, State and National Plumbing codes. This job also requires a mechanical knowledge in order to be able to install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and service all plumbing and sewage systems within the city facilities. Additional duties will include installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing roll up doors, fire sprinkler systems, and all automated book drop systems in all City Library facilities. This individual should be able to follow written and verbal instructions and be able to perform the physical duties of the job such as bending, stooping, standing, walking, kneeling, climbing ladders, pushing, pulling, reaching and lifting up to 50 lbs. The employee must maintain a reliable means of contact (i.e. home or cellular phone).Â

Women, Minorities, and Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply!

This job is Non-Exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 1 to 3 years of related plumbing experience (installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, & repairing plumbing and sewage systems)Â
• Or No High School Diploma/GED with 5 to 7 years related plumbing experience (installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, & repairing plumbing and sewage systems)Â
• Valid Driver's License
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Plumbing Contractor's LicenseÂ
• Knowledge of computer software, iPads and/or general office equipmentÂ
• Experience in other maintenance trades and fields (must indicate on application)Â
• Backflow experience and/or Backflow CertifiedÂ
• Experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and/or repairing roll up doorsÂ
• Experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, & repairing Fire Sprinkler systemsÂ