Title: Plumber/ Steam fitter

State Role Title: 79033

Hiring Range: $45,608 - $62,939

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Central State Hospital

Agency Website: www.csh.dbhds.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

CSH is a 277-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital led by a team committed to the pursuit of excellence in serving individuals with mental health needs. We aim to support the wellness and safety of individuals with mental health needs and their communities throughout the Commonwealth. We are a team driven by health and wellness, openness and respect, personal organizational integrity, and empowerment and recovery.

Central State Hospital (CSH), a State of Virginia mental health hospital located near Petersburg, VA, is recruiting a full-time Plumber/Steamfitter to join our team. The purpose of the Plumber/Steamfitter is ensuring journeyman level plumbing/pipefitting and Zone Mechanic work is performed as assigned with responsibility for determining the appropriate work methods. The plumber/steamfitter performs assignments independently therefore responsible for planning the assigned work, following sketches, diagrams and blueprints. The Plumber/Steamfitter must have through education/experience that possess full range of knowledge and skills in the area of Pluming/Steam Fitting. The successful incumbent must be skilled in the use of all related trade tools. Must have the ability to read, write, read blueprints and specifications. The incumbent must have the ability to analyze system/fixture defects and malfunctions to determine the scope of the problem. Also, have the ability to perform small repairs in the areas of carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and painting.

As a Trades Technician II, you are on a rotating On Call/Call Back schedule. As a mission critical employee, there is an expectation that you respond to any and all emergency calls as stated in CSH PPS Policy Letter #2.

Job Duties:
- Performs diagnostic and corrective maintenance repairs for major/minor installation, repairs and alteration to all plumbing, plumbing fixtures, domestic water system, gas lines, sanitary/steam sewers, steam/return systems, pipe fitting, welding, and installation for all piping within uniform building code guidelines, manufacturer’s specifications, environmental, OSHA and other adopted safety protocols and requirements within specified timeframes of work order.
- Performs general preventive, corrective maintenance and notes deficiencies in assigned Zone by creating work orders as well as PM water temps at mixing valves, eye washes, steam traps and other related parts, pipe insulation, etc.
- Check Sanitary and Storm Sewer systems for cross contamination and illicit discharges as scheduled in work order system.
- Enters time, progress, materials, tasks and completion data for work performed on assigned work orders in the automated work order system.
- Maintain service maintenance records, work orders, and requisitions and other miscellaneous records as needed or requested by administration.
- Weather Related Duties to consist of but not limited to Snow and Ice removal from sidewalks / roadways.
- Emergency Call Back for assigned time period after normal business hours/schedule, holidays and weekend.
- Mandatory and other training as required to maintain certifications. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

- Must have the ability to read, understand and follow written job assignments;
- Must have valid Virginia Driver's License
- Experience as a Plumber / Steam Fitter

Additional Considerations

- Journeyman's Card
- Completion of Plumbing / Steam Fitter course from a technical school
- Experience working in hospital and/or mental health setting

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Central State Hospital only accepts online applications via RMS. Resumes and other documents may accompany the application but will not serve as a substitute for an application. Faxed, e-mailed or mailed applications will not be accepted. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days.

An extensive criminal history background investigation, not limited to employment references, drug testing and E-Verify will be conducted.

Central State Hospital offers a comprehensive benefit package to include your choice of four health insurance plans, paid life insurance and retirement plans, 12 paid holidays, annual and sick leave.

Applicants must list all relevant experience that you wish to be considered for this position. Applicants will be provided confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. A fingerprint-based criminal history check and reference checks are required for the selected candidate for this position. Under Virginia Code §37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services is prohibited from employing or using as volunteers, persons who have been convicted of specific “barrier” crimes or persons who may be the subject of pending “barrier” charges.

DBHDS facilities are no longer required to ensure that all staff members are vaccinated against COVID-19. However, facilities encourage and educate staff on the benefits, and continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination programs to staff, residents/clients. Employees may be required to disclose immunization status for purposes of infection prevention and/or management of outbreaks. Upon acceptance of a job offer, new recruits will be asked to disclose their vaccination status (and for those fully vaccinated, proof of vaccination) during the pre-employment process. If you have any questions, contact the Office of Human Resources.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with the Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS, to get their Certificate of Disability. To obtain a Certificate of Disability go to: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at (804) 524-7111 for assistance.

DBHDS is an equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-524-7111

Email: cshrecruitment@dbhds.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.