Plumber

Posting Close Date:

Applicants must submit their completed application by 10-12-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST

Application and Special Instructions

INTERVIEW INFORMATION: The skills based assessment will be held on Wednesday October 22, 2025.

Candidates that successfully receive a passing score on the skill based assessment will proceed to panel interviews on Thursday October 23, 2025.

No virtual interview accommodations will be offered at this time.

About This Job

Position Specific Summary

The Plumber position at the City of Tucson’s General Services Department maintains, inspects, repairs, and installs plumbing, commercial irrigation, related systems and components at skilled journeyman level for City of Tucson facilities and properties.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Plumbing & Fuel Systems Supervisor.  This position does not supervise.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs service repairs and plumbing maintenance on water and sewer lines, fuel lines, water heaters, booster pumps, ejector pumps, compressors, and other equipment. Installs and repairs pipes, fittings, valves and other plumbing fixtures such as sinks and toilets. Responds to emergency calls for plumbing systems service repairs and maintenance. Reads blueprints and assesses worksite locations to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with plumbing systems or equipment.
• Places orders and purchases materials for replacements and repairs of assets of assigned projects. Notes repairs, vendor quotes and assessments related to project job scope along with pictures and other supporting documents. Reconciles procurement card invoice purchases, enters labor charges, and other related data in multiple Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Responds to inquiries via phone calls, emails and in-person site visits concerning maintenance tasks and projects. 
• Attends City of Tucson, safety, department and unit meetings, and other required training related to the safe use of tools and equipment.  Optimizes productivity by maintaining the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of assigned vehicles, keeps workspaces organized, and inspects the condition of tool inventory. 
• Performs preventative maintenance and repair of building components and systems.  Manages inspection and preventative maintenance schedule to ensure compliance with plumbing codes and regulations. Follows safety policies and procedures in accordance with federal, state, local and City of Tucson requirements. Assists with plumbing systems preparation for major City of Tucson events.
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Work schedule may include early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Work requires on-call shifts.
• Often works under the following conditions: exposure to physical, ergonomic, or hazardous environment, which includes but not limited to dirt, grime, chemical, loud noise, and unfavorable odors.

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience: Four (4) years of directly related experience
Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

License/Certifications: Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D – Driver License – Arizona Department of Transportation – Motor Vehicle Division

Position Details

Job Profile

J5743 - Plumber

To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation Grade

G104

Hourly Range

$19.97 - 29.95 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Flsa

Non-Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

General Services Department

Department Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Environmental-and-General-Services

Background Check:  This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.  The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

About Us

Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorshp.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.  If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).  Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD 

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.   

Recruiter Name

Andrew Brownell (105363)

Recruiter Email

GSD_HR@tucsonaz.gov

For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.