ORANGE COUNTY Department of Human Resource Services 333 W. Santa Ana Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92701 Contact Us at https://clientscate/newrequest.php?id=36 INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Plumber SALARY $31.56 - $31.56 Hourly $2,524.80 - $2,524.80 Biweekly $5,470.40 - $5,470.40 Monthly $65,644.80 - $65,644.80 Annually ISSUE DATE: 10/09/13 FINAL FILING DATE: Continuous THE POSITION PLUMBER bos.ocgov/hr/images/banners/banner_custom14_countywide_gray.jpg This recruitment is open to the public, on a continuous basis, until the needs of the Department have been met. This recruitment may close at any time and it is recommended that interested candidates apply immediately. Please note this recruitment will not close before 11:59pm, Wednesday, October 16, 2013. THE COUNTY OF ORANGE Located on the Southern California coast with a culturally diverse population of 3.2 million, Orange County enjoys a nearly perfect climate in which parks and beaches provide abundant opportunities for outdoor activities. Orange County boasts some of Californias finest communities, and is the home to some of the States most popular attractions including Disneyland and Knotts Berry Farm, exciting professional sports, and quality venues for visual and performing arts. The County takes particular pride in its leading educational institutions, thriving business economy, and well-educated workforce. Its easy to understand why the County was recently named the best place to live in North America. RECRUITMENT/POSITION INFORMATION This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill County of Orange vacancies in this class until the next recruitment. Plumbers are utilized by John Wayne Airport, OC Public Works, and the Sheriffs Department. The immediate vacancy is within the Sheriffs Department, specifically in the Sheriffs Facilities Operations. Please click each departments name to learn more about them. John Wayne Airport OC Public Works Sheriffs Dept Work Schedule: Some positions in this job classification may be assigned to work schedules that include weekends, evening shift, or night shift and may be assigned to work in a correctional facility. Night shift or evening shift differential is paid in addition to hourly salary as listed. An employee who is regularly assigned to a correctional facility shall be paid an additional amount per hour for hours worked. The Immediate Vacancy Facilities Operations, a unit of the Orange County Sheriffs Department, has an exciting opportunity working as a Plumber within their division. General duties of a Plumber include performing journey level work related to installing, maintaining and repairing plumbing systems and steam piping including controls and safety devices. Incumbents may be assigned to work in any of the following: Jail Facilities, Forensics/Coroners Facilities, remote communication sites and business Offices within Orange County. Some assignments may require weekends or evening shift work. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS To be selected for a position with the Orange County Sheriffs Department applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any form of probation and must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner. Background screening includes completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credentials Services (N.A.C.E.S.). LICENSE REQUIRED Possession of a valid California Drivers License Class C or higher by date of appointment. A Certified Backflow Prevention Tester License is preferred, but is not required. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: Will possess considerable experience and training in the areas listed below. TRADE EXPERIENCE Experience and knowledge of: Principles, practices and methods of the plumbing and steam fitting trades Tools and equipment used in the plumbing and steam fitting trades Procedures and equipment used to inspect and test safety devices used on plumbing and steam systems Performing journey level plumbing and steam fitting installation, maintenance and repair work Building and safety codes Steam traps, condensate, receivers and piping Sewer and water pumps ANALYTICAL THINKING Proven Ability to: Read and work from blueprints, schematics, sketches and piping diagrams Perform preventative maintenance on various equipment Follow oral and written instructions Effectively communicate and convey ideas to others both orally and in writing Supervise the work of others Please click here for more detailed minimum qualifications. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities, which are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed for any questions or to request an accommodation during the testing/selection process. Manual dexterity to operate hand tools or other equipment utilized in the building trades Eye-hand coordination Body strength to lift up to 50 pounds Body mobility to stand for long periods of time, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, work in high temperatures, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl NOTE: If hired, you will be required to pass an initial asbestos physical examination and subsequent periodic exams. SELECTION PROCEDURES Applications must emphasize all the areas in which you have expertise and accomplishments in the specific competencies related to the position, as applications will be screened to identify the most qualified candidates. Application/Supplemental Screening (Refer/Non-Refer): An Application Appraisal Panel (AAP) of job knowledge experts will thoroughly screen all application materials and rate for job knowledge, competencies and related experience described above. The more qualified candidates will be referred to the next step. (The information you provide will be used as a scoring device, so please be descriptive in your response.) Oral Panel Interview/Performance Exam (Weighted 100%) Applicants will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidates rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidates qualifications for the job. (Please note: The panel of job knowledge experts is not granted access to the candidates application prior to the panel interview; therefore, a candidates responses to the structured questions should be thorough, detailed and complete.) Based on the Departments needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ELIGIBLE LIST After all procedures have been completed, the Sheriff Human Resources will establish an eligible list of qualified candidates. HOW TO APPLY Only on-line applications will be submitted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of online applications. Application information must be current, succinct and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Please note that email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is on your application and only use one email account. For information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Paige West at [email protected]. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions. EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. bos.ocgov/hr/images/Banner_OC_Logo_SM.jpg APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT: https://clientscate/newrequest.php?id=36 OR 333 W. Santa Ana Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92701 EXAM #3136CP-1013-060(O) PLUMBER PW Plumber Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. The information you provide will be used as a scoring device, so please be descriptive in your response. Describe your education and experience in the plumbing trade. Skills learned, and types of duties performed. Please be specific. Construction of commercial and institutional building plumbing systems: Installation of: Valves-Water, Steam, Natural gas, PRV Fixtures Gas/Water regulators Water piping Steam piping Pipe Insulation Sewer lines Grease traps Electric heaters/Gas fired heaters Boilers * 2. The information you provide will be used as a scoring device, so please be descriptive in your response. Describe your education and experience in the plumbing trade. Skills learned, and types of duties performed. Please be specific. Troubleshooting all commercial type plumbing systems & components: Sewage pumps Chill water pumps Hot water pumps Sewer systems Grease and water clarifiers * 3. The information you provide will be used as a scoring device, so please be descriptive in your response. Describe your education and experience in the plumbing trade. Skills learned, and types of duties performed. Please be specific. Troubleshooting and installation of steam piping systems: Steam traps Condensate receivers Heat exchangers Pressure control regulators Steam valves PRV valves Strainers Piping * 4. The information you provide will be used as a scoring device, so please be descriptive in your response. Describe your education and experience in the plumbing trade. Include skills learned, and types of duties performed. Please be specific. Reading & interpreting blueprints, schematics and piping diagrams for: Steam Water Gas Sewage * 5. The information you provide will be used as a scoring device, so please be descriptive in your response. Describe your education and experience in the plumbing trade. Skills learned, and types of duties performed. Please be specific. Types of tools and equipment used: Pipe threading Sewer cleaning Welding/solder Glass beading Pressure Jetters * 6. The information you provide will be used as a scoring device, so please be descriptive in your response. Describe your education and experience in the plumbing trade. Skills learned, and types of duties performed. Please be specific. Repairing and certifying backflow prevention devices: Do you possess a current backflow test/repair certification(s)? If so, is it issued by the County of Orange or other jurisdiction? * 7. The information you provide will be used as a scoring device, so please be descriptive in your response. Describe your education and experience in the plumbing trade. Skills learned, and types of duties performed. Please be specific. Layout of work on all types of plumbing jobs: Tools Parts Equipment Resources * Required Question -- Linda C. Mims, Special Initiatives Manager Economic and Workforce Development Department (EWDD) 14410 Sylvan, 7th Floor Van Nuys, CA 91401 For the body is not one member, but many (1Cor.12:14)
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