JOB LOCATION

15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555

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

Do you enjoy the satisfaction of seeing something run perfectly, especially when it involves the inner workings of a building's plumbing? We're looking for a talented Plumber to join our team. Someone who sees the city's buildings not just as structures but as systems needing a careful, expert hand to keep running smoothly.

You can spot a brewing problem a mile away, like a weather forecaster for leaks, and you get a real kick out of fixing things, ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely. This isn't just about turning wrenches; it's about being the hero who keeps the water flowing where it belongs, from simple faucet repairs to complex installations that keep our public spaces healthy and happy.

If you're ready to dive into a role where your expertise is appreciated and you enjoy a challenge that keeps you moving and thinking, let's talk. We’re excited to find someone who brings a positive attitude and a commitment to doing things right.

The schedule for this role includes participating in a rotating on-call schedule with other trade specialists, allowing for a more fulfilling work-life balance.

Hiring salary $31.68 - $39.60/hour.

Salary to be commensurate with experience.  

Please note, the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. 

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs new installation, repair and preventative maintenance of both residential and commercial plumbing systems

• Monitors and inspects facilities, equipment and systems to determine compliance with State standards, and need for repair or upgrade

• Reviews blueprints and construction plans

• Monitors and oversees contract work for compliance to established standards

• Analyzes malfunctions and makes repairs or adjustments

• Coordinates, monitors and/or performs installation of materials, fixtures, equipment and systems

• Operates specialized tools and equipment; operates computerized monitoring and testing as well as reporting systems

• Schedules and performs detailed plumbing preventive maintenance tasks

• Schedules, tests and certifies backflow prevention devises

• Maintains records of operation, maintenance and repairs

• Prepares related reports; maintains inventory of parts and supplies

• Trains subordinate employees as appropriate

• 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: 

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience: 

• At least 5 years progressively responsible plumbing experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of practices, procedures, equipment and systems related assigned function

• Applicable safety practices and procedures

• Current State Plumbing and Building codes

• Hazards and safety practices common to the construction industry

• City policy, procedures and division work guidelines 

• Mold identification and awareness

• Asbestos identification and awareness

Skills: 

• Skill in the use of tools and equipment related to assigned function

• Skill in the use of single person lifts and fall protection procedures

• Skill in monitoring the work of assigned personnel through apprentices 

Course Training (Proficient Level)

• Advance Plumbing Training Course

• OSHA 10-hour General Industry Training certificate

• OSHA 30-hour General Industry Training certificate

• Basic MS WORD Software completion

Abilities: 

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

• Read and comply with blueprints, diagrams, schematics, manuals and specifications

• Maintain accurate records, logs and reports

• Train and instruct other employees

• Perform physical activities common to building maintenance work

• Ability to organize, coordinate and direct the work of others

• Ability to work in unpleasant and sometimes hazardous conditions

• Organize and schedule resources, materials and equipment to accomplish tasks

• Supportive team player with a positive attitude and ability to adapt to change

• Strong commitment to safety

Licenses and Certifications Required: 

• Colorado Driver’s License

• State of Colorado Journeyman or Master Plumbing License

• Cross-Connection and Backflow License

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

• When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

• Moderate to heavy physical work requiring ability to lift a maximum of 100 pounds

• Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds

• Considerable walking and standing

• Frequent performance of activities which require a full range of body movement including bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and climbing

• Hand/eye coordination for operation of maintenance and construction equipment

• Vision to read reports and manuals

• Speech to communicate with employees and citizens.

Equipment Used:

• Operates tools, equipment and vehicles common to plumbing trade, maintenance and repair of buildings.

• Operates equipment and vehicles common to facilities maintenance

Work Environment:

• Works both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, paints, and building materials.

• 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. 

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.  

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.