Plumber



Job Details

Plumber

This listing closes on 7/12/2025 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana.

Employer

City of Sacramento

Salary

$61,962.49 - $102,798.81 Annually

Location

Sacramento, CA

Job Type

Full-Time Career

Job Number

006014-25-PW

Department

Public Works

Division

Facility Maintenance

Opening Date

06/21/2025

Closing Date

7/12/2025 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana

THE POSITION

The Plumber position provides critical maintenance and emergency repairs to plumbing infrastructures owned by the City of Sacramento. The assets include, but are not limited to, fire stations, parks, community centers and government buildings.

IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT

An ideal Plumber candidate will be a skilled tradesperson, proficient in installing and maintaining piping systems in residential and commercial settings. They will be skilled in installing and maintaining a variety of plumbing systems for water, sewer, gas, and pneumatic systems. They will be familiar and proficient in using a variety of tools and equipment used in maintaining plumbing infrastructures. The candidate will be skilled in gluing, brazing, and soldering all types of pipes including copper, galvanized, PVC, and ABS. This candidate will be able to read blueprints and schematics. They will be able to work in a team setting autonomously and work in multiple environments including tight spaces.

This is skilled work of journey-level in the safe and legal installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems in and around City buildings and grounds or on private property where such work is the City's responsibility. The work involves performance of a variety of plumbing tasks in installing, maintaining, repairing, and servicing all types of fixtures and equipment. Almost all work is performed independently. Work assignments are received orally or through written work orders and work may be inspected on completion for conformity to instructions and quality of work.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The class of Plumber performs journey-level plumbing duties under general supervision and is distinguished from the next lower class of Plumber Apprentice in that the latter performs semi-skilled work in a training capacity under close supervision. Under this training concept positions assigned to the Plumber class may be filled at the Plumber Apprentice level and advancement occurs after the incumbent is substantially performing the full range of duties and meets the qualification standards of the Plumber class. Plumber is distinguished from the next higher class of Senior Plumber in that the latter provides lead supervision.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

General supervision is provided by a Senior Plumber or Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Install, maintain, and repair residential and commercial plumbing, steam and hot water systems complete with all fixtures, hot and cold waterlines, and waste, vent, and sewer lines.
- Install, maintain, and repair compressed air lines including compressor and hose reels.
- Install, maintain, and repair fire sprinkler systems, piping for swimming pools, wading pools, pumps, filters, and related equipment.
- Install, maintain, and repair septic tanks and leach lines and underground irrigation systems including circulating pumps.
- Test, maintain, repair fuel or storage tanks, product lines, vent and vapor recovery lines, and product pumps and dispensers.
- Operate pipe cutters, reamers, threading machines, sewer machines, and other plumbing tools and equipment.
- Keep records of work and make reports.
- Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

- Standard tools, methods, practices, and materials of the plumbing trade.
- Prevailing plumbing codes.
- Hazards and safety precautions of the work.

Ability to:

- Learn California underground storage tank regulations by the California State Water Resources Control Board.
- Make simple time and material estimates.
- Understand and work from general instructions and specifications, and to follow blueprints and sketches.
- Read and write English at a level necessary for efficient job performance.
- Use the tools, materials, and equipment used in the plumbing trade.

Experience and Education:

Three years of experience as a journey-level plumber after the completion of a 4 year plumber's apprenticeship program. Additional years of experience may substitute for the apprenticeship program on a year-for-year basis.

OR

Four years of experience as a Plumber Apprentice with the City of Sacramento and satisfactory completion of four semester courses (12 units) of training from an accredited school in Basic Theory, Use of Tools, Job Safety and Health, Theory and Practice of Welding and Cutting, Principles and Practices of Water Supply and Gas, Drainage, and Basic Drawing. Courses must be approved by the Joint Apprenticeship Committee for the Plumbing and Pipefitting Industry and the State Division of Apprenticeship Standards. A Plumber Apprentice must also pass the Joint Apprenticeship Committee exam before advancing to the Plumber classication.

PROOF OF EDUCATION

Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. 

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.


Driver License:

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Loss of the Class C License is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Residency Requirement:

Employees in this classification must reside within thirty-five (35) air miles from the freeway interchange at W-X Streets, 29th - 30th Streets within one year following appointment.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:

Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status.

THE SELECTION PROCEDURE

Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.

1. Application: (Pass/Fail) – All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;

  • Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. 

  • Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:

    • If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).

    • If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.

  • Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment.

  • Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. 

  • If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C.

  • Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply.


2. Training and Experience Exam: (Weighted 100%) – The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note:

  • Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. 

  • A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions.


3. Eligibility: Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Plumber examination. 


4. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail)– All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.


5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.


QUESTIONS:
For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: 

  • For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. 

  • Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726

Bilingual Pay 
Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.

Pension Reform Act
The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. 

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Additional Information
Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf

Union Contracts:https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html


Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf

01
APPLICATION: I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment
  • Yes
02
PROOF OF EDUCATION: To qualify for this classification you may use education or experience as listed in the substitution option to provide required knowledge, skills, and abilities. I understand proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with my application and will be required at the time of appointment if I am using education to qualify for this position. Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Proof of Education Requirements (https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment) for information on accepted documentation.
  • Yes
03
EDUCATION CONFIRMATION: If I am using education to qualify for this position, I attest I possess or will possess the following level of education by time of appointment if I am selected for this position.
  • No units from an accredited college or university
  • Completion of a 4-year plumber's apprenticeship program
  • Completion of a minimum of four semester courses (12 units) of training from an accredited school in Basic Theory, Use of Tools, Job Safety and Health, Theory and Practice of Welding and Cutting, Principles and Practices of Water Supply and Gas. Drainage, and Basic Drawing
04
DRIVER'S LICENSE CONFIRMATION: I attest I possess or will possess a valid California Class C Driver's License by the time of appointment if I am selected for this position.
  • Yes
  • No
05
I understand that I must reside within thirty five (35) air miles from the freeway interchange at W-X Street, 29th - 30th Streets within one year following appointment.
  • Yes
06
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE: The answers to the questions below will be reviewed by the hiring department along with the information provided in your employment application. Therefore, your answers must be consistent with your employment application information (especially in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections), must be unambiguous, and must contain sufficient but concise detail and organization. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completing this Supplemental Questionnaire. Lack of clarity, incomplete or inconsistent information, and/or disorganized presentation may negatively affect the hiring department's review of your Supplemental Questionnaire. I understand and agree to the above instructions.
  • Yes
07
Describe your experience in plumbing maintenance, including the types of equipment you most frequently maintain.
08
Describe your experience using various plumbing tools and equipment, including the frequency of use.
09
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EXAMINATION: The following questions are the Training and Experience (T&E) Examination. In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, applicants must complete and submit online responses to the T&E questions. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. Therefore, your responses to the T&E Exam questions should be thorough and complete because the exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. In accordance with the City of Sacramento's Racial and Gender Equity Action Plan (RGEAP), this examination contains non-binary names and pronouns. For additional information regarding the City's RGEAP, please copy and paste the following link into a web browser: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/Divisions/ode/workforce-equity-documents/Full-RGEAP.pdf I understand and agree to the above instructions.
  • Yes
10
Select the one option that best describes your experience rebuilding toilets, snaking drains, fixing broken pipes (metal/PVC), and working with sewer cleaning equipment such as a hydro jetter.
  • Five years or more
  • At least four years, but less than five years
  • At least three years, but less than four years
  • At least two years, but less than three years
  • Less than two years
11
Select the one option that best describes your experience reviewing blueprint and isometric plans to determine the materials, tools, and time required to complete a project.
  • Five years or more
  • At least four years, but less than five years
  • At least three years, but less than four years
  • At least two years, but less than three years
  • Less than two years
12
Select the one option that best describes your experience identifying plumbing safety and/or work hazards at a plumbing project and implementing solutions to complete the project safely.
  • Five years or more
  • At least four years, but less than five years
  • At least three years, but less than four years
  • At least two years, but less than three years
  • Less than two years
13
Select all the boxes that best describe the tools and materials you have used to complete a plumbing project(s).
  • Snap Cutter
  • Sloan Handle Repair Kit
  • Delta Repair Kit
  • Pressure Reducing Valve
  • Tap Primer
  • Water Hammer Arrestor
  • Circuit Setter
  • Aquastat
  • Irrigation Valve
  • Vacuum Breaker
  • Moen Cartridge
  • Flame Torch
  • Copper Pipe
  • Cast Iron Pipe
  • PVC or CPVC Pipe
  • Pipe Wrench
  • Reamer
  • Threading Machine
  • Basin Wrench
  • None of the above

* Required Question

Employer
City of Sacramento
Address
915 I Street
Historic City Hall
Sacramento, California, 95814-2604
Phone
(916) 808-5726
Website
http://portal.cityofsacramento.org/HR

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