Title: Plumber/Steamfitter

State Role Title: 79033

Hiring Range: starting at $32,843 (commensurate based on experience)

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Western State Hospital is seeking a full time Plumber/Steamfitter who will provide plumbing services including trouble shooting, diagnosing, repairs, installation and preventive maintenance on the buildings and grounds at WSH and CCCA; to provide snow removal and emergency services as required; perform on-call, weekend and holiday maintenance coverage as directed by the supervisor; perform preventive maintenance (PM) on buildings and grounds in accordance with the work order control system– TMS; document work on the prescribed forms to include materials and hours expended on work orders; and install new equipment and communicate maintenance requirements to the work order control center – TMS.

The Plumber/Steamfitter will also be responsible for the maintenance and repairs on Aqua recycle, water softener system, wastewater plant, laundry machinery -towel folder, washers, dryers, cart washer, scales, string tying machine, and ironer; assist other trades in the repair of utility systems; assist with disaster exercises or special events as directed by the Supervisor; and provide “on-call” coverage when scheduled on rotational basis.

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This position is eligible for:

- retirement with cash match
- health, vision, and dental insurance
- life insurance
- paid time off

Minimum Qualifications

- valid Virginia Driver's license
- general plumbing experience
- advance knowledge of building Plumbing and utility work
- advance knowledge of methods used to troubleshoot Plumbing and utility systems
- working knowledge of material requisitions and purchasing procedures
- safe working practices including lockout & tag-out, Hospital Policies and procedures and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) protocols
- good knowledge of shop equipment operation
- skilled in the use of Plumbing, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, tools and equipment and skilled in using test equipment in the related field
- good communication skills and unwavering safety practices
- ability to read, write, communicate clearly, give and follow instructions, read and interpret manuals, perform basic math calculations, lift heavy objects, climb stairs and ladders, walk on various surfaces, and work in various weather conditions; and ability to use communication and office equipment such as computers, copiers, fax machines, radios, telephones, etc
- ability to make independent decisions on how required tasks should be performed
- ability to operate motor vehicles, shop and snow equipment and to perform other duties as assigned

Additional Considerations

- high school graduate or equivalent
- Apprentice VA Tradesman Card
- bilingual
- veteran

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.

The successful applicant must pass a criminal background investigation, drug screening test and employment reference check. The applicant must have the ability to perform at the level of physical demands noted on the Employee Work Profile and the verified ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: 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 Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800- 552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

DBHDS is a healthcare organization and must comply with the federal CMS Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care staff Vaccination Regulation which requires all employees to be vaccinated or receive an exemption. 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. New staff who are not vaccinated for any reason or choose not to disclose their vaccination status, will need to request a medical or religious accommodation. If you have questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Contact Information

Name: Samantha Leep

Phone: 540-332-8306

Email: samantha.leep@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.