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Plumber II


Job Location:

Wake County, NC - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 39244 - 51951
Posted: 10 October 2026 (5 days ago)
Application Deadline: 7 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Dept of Administration

Division

Administration

Job Classification Title

Plumber II (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC08

About Us

The NC Department of Administration is the business manager for North Carolina state government. The department oversees Government Operations such as building construction purchasing and contracting for goods and services maintaining facilities managing state vehicles acquiring and disposing of real property and operating auxiliary services such as courier mail delivery and the sale of state and federal surplus property. Additionally the department manages many of the states advocacy programs that provide assistance and services to diverse segments of the states population that have been traditionally underserved.

Description of Work

The North Carolina Department of Administration is seeking applicants for a Plumber II in our Facility Management Division located in Raleigh NC. This position maintains and repairs plumbing systems and equipment in the downtown government complex. This work includes all cold / hot water systems drains and pumping equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Ability to install plumbing systems per plans and specifications
- Ability to diagnose and make repairs to malfunctioning plumbing systems fixtures and components
- Ability to install plumbing systems per plans and specifications
- Ability to diagnose and make repairs to malfunctioning plumbing systems fixtures and components
- Ability to use the tools and test equipment commonly used in Plumbing
- Working knowledge of State and local plumbing codes
- Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of building hot and cold-water systems irrigation systems and drainage systems.
- The position requires standing for long periods of time and performing manual labor.
- The individual hired for this position must be capable of strenuous lifting crawling and working at heights up to twenty-five feet or more as well as working in confined spaces such as manholes
- The position may require exposure to extreme environmental conditions.
- The position may require the use of a respirator and other personal protective equipment medical certification is required to verify the individuals ability to wear and use a respirator. This is a condition of employment.
- The position requires the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or more than 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- The position may require working in close quarters crawl spaces shafts manholes small enclosed rooms sewage and water line pipes and other confined spaces.
- The individual hired for this position must be familiar with building life and safety codes.
- Employee must complete Entry Permit Confined Space Training within 90 days of hire.
- Employee must complete Asbestos Operation Maintenance and Removal Training within 90 days of hire.
- Employee is required to wear a uniform picture ID badge use safety equipment and follow safety regulations which are provided by the state.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This posting will close at 11:59pm the night before the end date.

MAX SALARY FOR THIS POSITION: $51951.00

Recruitment Range: $39244.00-$51951.00

NOTE: See Resume is not acceptable to show work history.


MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES:

  • Backflow certification to test and report completion to the city of Raleigh (This is a requirement for employment. To have or be able to obtain within six months of hire)
  • Experience in reading and comprehending blueprints and plumbing diagrams.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.



High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience in the repair replacement or construction of piping systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Based on the nature of work performed may require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission.



Employment Incentives with NC State Government

We value our employees and offer a variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits including:

  • 12 annual paid holidays
  • Health Insurance and Supplemental Benefits including Dental and Vision.
  • NC State Retirement Plan

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SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:

** PLEASESUBMITYOUR APPLICATION ON-LINE USING THIS WEBSITE **

All applicants must complete and submit a state application for employment using the newWorkdayOnline Job Application System for the State of North Carolina. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying or incorporated resumes (including Text Resumes on application form) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying make sure you complete the application in full. See Resume or See Attachment will NOT be accepted. Other attachments (except a DD-214 copy) will also be accepted but not used in screening for qualifying credit. Applicants are required to scan and attach a copy of their DD-214 (Form 4) or discharge orders if they wish to obtain veterans preference. Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the check the status of your application please log in to your account and click Application Status. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application.If there are any questions about thispostingother than your application status please contact the DOA Human Resources Office.

CONTACT INFORMATION


NC Department of Administration
Human Resources Management Office
Attn: Human Resources Specialist
325 N Salisbury Street
Raleigh NC 27699-1322
Phone:

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Crystal Gail Best

Recruiter Email:


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