Posting Date

07/07/26

Application Deadline

07/21/26

Pay Range

$27 - $39 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Facilities Management

About the Position

The Operations and Maintenance division is a customer-driven team that provides day-to-day maintenance and ensures the successful operation of all County facilities. We are looking for a skilled Plumber who will deliver quality work and have a strong focus on customer service to join our O & M team. The workgroup consists of numerous crafts and specialty trades, including electricians, locksmiths, trades generalists, and HVAC technicians; teamwork is a priority, and they work in county buildings 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

About Us

As the landlord for all facilities owned by Maricopa County, the Facilities Management Department is responsible for the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operations of more than 200 facilities comprised of over 10 million square feet. Facilities Management is a collaborative team that provides and performs various functions to meet the facility-related needs of all Maricopa County Departments. Our broad range of services includes ongoing operations and maintenance of all County-owned facilities, management of all facility projects, and in-house design services. 

Proud To Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% contribution rate per paycheck that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more!  Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Three years of journey-level commercial plumbing experience
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of an apprenticeship program or vocational education in the plumbing field may substitute for two years of the experience requirement

Other Requirements

• Must possess, or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record.
• Must complete a Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) background investigation to access County detention facilities

We Also Value

• Five years of experience within a large commercial, industrial, or institutional environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products and selected software programs, including Maximo

Job Contributions

• Removes, replaces, and repairs toilets (porcelain and stainless steel), faucets, valves, meters, tempering valves, vent lines, pumps, water softeners, water heaters, showers, urinals, flush valves, flow meters, boilers, steam traps, drinking fountains, and ice machines
• Repairs sewer lines, grease traps, and lead cast iron joints
• Performs preventive maintenance on plumbing fixtures and systems
• Operates a PC and Handheld devices for time management, work order assignments, statuses, inventory, and other functions as required
• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours

Working Conditions

The employee in this position may be required to exert over 100 pounds occasionally, 50-100 pounds frequently, and 20-50 pounds constantly. Work may be performed outdoors, in an office or field environment, or in a vehicle. The employee may be subjected to the following conditions:

• Extreme temperatures
• Wetness/humidity
• Respiratory hazards
• Noise and vibration
• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes
• Odors
• Dusts and or smoke
• Poor ventilation
• Chemicals
• Oils
• Inadequate lighting
• Confined areas
• Potential contagious diseases
• Traumatic subject matter
• Hazardous energy sources relating, but not limited, to mechanical, electrical, and/or plumbing systems

The employee will be required to perform work in a Jail environment and in hot, humid conditions on a regular basis.

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

 

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [email protected] to initiate the interactive process.

 

Apply Now!