Posting number: 3136CP-1026-080 (O)
Department: OC Public Works
Job classification: PLUMBER
Posting type: Open
Categories: Building Maintenance, Public Works, Trades, Maintenance, Construction Maintenance
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Plumber positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.
This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will close on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 11:59 P.M. (PT).
OC Facilities Maintenance ensures efficient and innovative operations of County facilities through maintenance management services. OC Facilities Maintenance employs over 100 full-time employees with an annual operating budget of $5 million. The Service Area is led by a Deputy Director who oversees facilities managers and skilled craft and maintenance personnel, including supervisors, leads, and administrative support positions.
OC Public Works provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas, to cities, and to other County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to protect and enrich the community through efficient delivery and maintenance of public works infrastructure, planning, and development services. OC Public Works' core values are integrity, accountability, service and trust.
OCPW is a unique County department comprised of ten (10) service areas: Administrative Services, Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights & Measures; OC Construction; OC Development Services; OC Environmental Resources; OC Facilities Design & Construction and CUF; OC Facilities Maintenance & OC Fleet Services; OC Infrastructure Programs; OC Operations & Maintenance.
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OC Facilities Maintenance is looking for an experienced Plumber to perform journey-level work installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems throughout our facilities. Plumbers are tasked with supporting a 24/7 operation to maintain service at county facilities, including but not limited to, the County Data Center, Registrar of Voters, OC Parks, and Juvenile Detention Facilities.
Responsibilities and duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
The ideal candidate will possess three (3) or more years of journey-level plumbing experience working in commercial and/or industrial buildings.
In addition, the ideal candidate will also have extensive experience in the following core competencies:
Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to appointment, a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher.
A Certified Backflow Prevention Tester License is preferred, but is not required.
Please click here for details on the Plumber classification, including the physical, mental, environmental and working conditions.
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
Online Assessment (Proctored, Weighted 100%)
Applicants who meet qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job related assessments. Applicants will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable. Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.
Performance Exam (Weighted 100%)
A performance exam is a test in which applicants demonstrate their knowledge, skills and, ability to performing job related tasks. It is designed to assess how effectively applicants apply their knowledge, skills, and abilities in realistic or simulated scenarios. A panel of job knowledge experts evaluates performance using standardized criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.
Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Based on the County's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.
The County of Orange is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should notify the recruiter listed on the job posting as soon as possible. Documentation supporting the accommodation request may be required.
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
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For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Brian Quinlan at brian.quinlan@pw.oc.gov or 714-667-9750.
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