Plumber (Wilsonville)
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$ 5583 - 8164
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Job Description
Initial Posting Date:
07/08/2025Application Deadline:
07/20/2025Agency:
Department of CorrectionsSalary Range:
$5583 - $8164Position Type:
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Plumber (Wilsonville)Job Description:
Plumber (Wilsonville)
Coffee Creek Correctional Facility
Oregon Department of Corrections
Are you an experienced journey-level plumber looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference The Oregon Department of Corrections is seeking a dedicated Plumber to join our team at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility.
About the Job Your Role
In this unique role youll not only perform skilled plumbing work but also mentor and train Adults in Custody (AICs) in trade skills that can support their future success.
You will coordinate instruct and supervise skilled semiskilled and unskilled AIC workers in the maintenance repair and operation of the facilitys physical plant systems plumbing infrastructure and related equipment. Youll perform journey-level plumbing work including installation maintenance troubleshooting and repair of systems such as water supply waste disposal steam and heating.
This position ensures that all work complies with applicable codes safety regulations and security procedures. In addition to hands-on trade work youll be responsible for training and mentoring AICs in proper tool use safety practices and plumbing techniques while inspecting and diagnosing facility plumbing systems recommending corrective actions and maintaining accurate records of work performed materials used and project progress. This position plays a vital role in the safe efficient operation of our institution while providing valuable skill-building opportunities for AICs.
This position is represented by American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) as defined by statute.
Minimum Qualifications
A valid Oregon Plumbers License. Be sure a copy of your license is attached to your application form.
Requested Skills
- Experience performing installation maintenance troubleshooting and repair of commercial or institutional plumbing systems including water sewer steam and heating.
- Knowledge of applicable state federal and local plumbing codes safety standards and facility security procedures in a correctional or secured environment.
- Ability to prioritize work orders respond to emergencies and make sound timely decisions in a correctional facility setting where safety and security are critical.
- Strong skills working collaboratively with maintenance staff security teams and other operational units as well as providing clear professional instruction to inmate workers.
- Consistent application of safety protocols awareness of security risks and adherence to ethical professional standards in a corrections environment.
- Experience supervising instructing and mentoring skilled semiskilled and unskilled workers including providing direction evaluating work and maintaining safety and security in a work crew setting.
Preferred Skills
- Valid Oregon drivers license
- Certification as Back flow Device Tester
Application Information
- In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date.
- The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
- Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit a skills assessment a writing sample or other assessment as part of the application screening process.
- As part of our selection process we may require additional assessment stages such as written exercises to further evaluate candidates qualifications. Meaningful participation in these exercises is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise(s) within the specified timeframe will result in disqualification from consideration. All candidates who successfully complete these screening stages and meet the necessary requirements will advance to the next stage in the selection process.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a prison that houses maximum close medium and minimum-security AIC (Adults In Custody). The AIC (Adults In Custody) have the potential for becoming angry hostile abusive and aggressive increasing the risk for employees of physical injury death and/or being taken hostage. There is an inherent responsibility to aid through recall and/or reassignment during AIC (Adults In Custody) unrest and other emergency situations occurring at the institution.
Subject to be on call 24 hours a day or working some evenings and weekends during emergencies. The work locations vary from new to old building structures there also may be towers walls service tunnels pipe chases electrical chases etc.
All locations have multiple floors and tiered AIC (Adults In Custody) housing which require the use of stairs. Walking to get to assigned workstation or in the performance of work will be required this may be long distances. Working conditions in service tunnels and pipe chases may include poor ventilation high temperatures poor lighting conditions etc. Workers may be exposed to or work in inclement weather conditions which can include rain standing water snow ice etc. Some work may involve walking and working on uneven ground.
When working on near or around storm drains and sewer systems the worker may be exposed to contaminants. When working on near or around heat exchangers steam piping and boilers there is a possibility of burns from hot pipes and exposure to boiler chemicals. Work may include frequent lifting and carrying of equipment (light medium and heavy). At times may work alone in small groups or in large groups of both employees and AIC (Adults In Custody) depending upon operational needs. The use of hand tools powered hand tools stationary and portable power equipment painting equipment ladders platforms scaffolding power lifts etc. may be required.
At some locations work may include being near to and possibly working with asbestos and/or lead based paint. Workers will be required to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety programs (Respiratory Protection Asbestos etc.) as dictated by the work and location.
About the Department
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities promote accountability and transform lives.
The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety trust and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming inclusive and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination harassment and retaliation.
The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff volunteers and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.
Benefits
The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.
The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package which includes:
- Family health vision and dental insurance
- Vacation sick leave and 11 paid holidays
- 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
- Optional short and long-term disability
- Term life insurance
- Fully paid retirement program
- Oregon Saving Growth Plan
- Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
- And more
About the Process What to Expect
- After the application deadline a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
- Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.
- The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.
- Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.
- Final candidates will have a background check PREA check and reference checks.
- A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
- A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations and welcome to the team!
Requirements for Employment
The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you please contact the recruiter for more information.
Equity Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity equity inclusion and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance efficiency and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran or protected veteran status genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.
The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring promoting or contracting with anyone (that will have direct contact with residents) who has engaged in been convicted of or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.
Under Oregon Law qualifying veterans may apply for veterans preference. Review our veterans preference page for details about eligibility. Please note if you are a veteran you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application. You will have up until 24 hours after the posted application deadline to submit the appropriate documentation.
Questions
If you have questions about the position selection process or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.
Reference Number: 183473
- Workday will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. You may lose progress on your application.
- Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings and the system may be down for several hours.
- ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
- This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
- This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.
Employment Type
Full-Time
