Maintenance Mechanic I (Plumbing) – Pos 297

This is an opportunity for a plumbing professional who enjoys solving problems, working with their hands, and taking pride in quality workmanship. You will perform plumbing and mechanical repairs, renovations, installations, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance throughout City facilities.

If you are comfortable working independently, making sound decisions in the field, and using the tools of the plumbing trade, we want your expertise on our team.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At the City of Greensboro, your work directly supports the facilities and services our community depends on.

In this position, you will:

• Perform meaningful work that supports City facilities and public services.
• Work with a variety of plumbing, mechanical, and facility systems.
• Apply your hands-on skills to new installations, repairs, troubleshooting, and renovations.
• Work independently while receiving direction and support from experienced plumbing supervisors and technicians.
• Expand your knowledge across multiple skilled trades and maintenance disciplines.
• Develop valuable experience working with plumbing, sewage, fire sprinkler, mechanical, and automated systems.
• Work alongside a team committed to safe, reliable, and high-quality maintenance services.
• Have opportunities to develop your skills and advance within the skilled trades.

About the Role

As a Maintenance Mechanic I – Plumbing, you will perform plumbing and mechanical maintenance and repairs with minimal to no supervision.

Your work will include:

Plumbing Installation & Repair

• Install new plumbing systems from the ground up.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and service plumbing and sewage systems throughout City facilities.
• Thread and solder pipe.
• Troubleshoot existing plumbing equipment and systems.
• Operate plumbing hand and power tools, including:
  • Drills
  • Saws
  • Sewer machines
  • Electric meters
  • Pipe-threading machines
  • Gas torches
  • Wire and stick welders

Mechanical & Technical Systems

• Use electric meters and understand electrical control systems.
• Operate and maintain solar hot water systems.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repairs associated with plumbing systems.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair roll-up doors.
• Maintain fire sprinkler systems.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated book drop systems in City Library facilities.

Safety, Codes & Teamwork

• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures.
• Follow applicable local, state, and national plumbing codes.
• Train and work alongside plumber technicians.
• Make independent decisions while maintaining safe and effective work practices.

Physical Requirements

This is a hands-on skilled-trades position. The successful candidate must be able to perform physical activities that may include:

• Bending
• Stooping
• Standing
• Walking
• Kneeling
• Climbing ladders
• Pushing and pulling
• Reaching
• Lifting up to 50 pounds

Employees must also maintain a reliable means of contact, such as a home or cellular telephone.

Potential Career Path

Build Your Skills. Advance Your Career.

A career in City skilled trades can provide opportunities to expand your technical expertise and take on increasing levels of responsibility.

• Maintenance Mechanic I – Plumbing
• Plumbing Coordinator
• Plumbing Supervisor / Maintenance Supervisor
• Maintenance Management / Skilled Trades Leadership

Career progression is dependent upon position availability, qualifications, demonstrated performance, and applicable City requirements.

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

What You Bring

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or higher with 1–3 years of related plumbing experience, which must be clearly indicated on the application.
• “OR” No High School Diploma/GED with 5–7 years of related plumbing experience, which must be clearly indicated on the application.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Plumbing Contractor’s License.
• Experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and/or repairing roll-up doors.
• Experience with computer software, iPads, and/or general office equipment.
• Experience in other maintenance trades or skilled-trades fields (Electrical, HVAC, Carpentry), which must be clearly indicated on the application.