Plumber Assistant

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The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department's vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team! Description of Work The North Carolina Zoo is expanding! We are seeking a self-motivated Plumber Assistant for our Preventative Maintenance and Electrical (PM&E) sections to include Plumbing, Electrical and HVAC. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Performing a variety of semiskilled tasks with a primary focus in plumbing repairs and installation, preventative maintenance duties on pump stations (Lubrication, Strainers, Valves). Secondary responsibilities will include assisting electricians with running conduit, pulling wire, repairing lights, etc., assisting with preventative maintenance and repair duties with HVAC (Filters, Coil Cleaning, Lubrication, etc.) and any general park maintenance. - Performing other tasks as needed and may be reassigned to a different group of trades such as general maintenance and caging depending on the needs of the organization. - Using a computer for work order processing, time entries, performance evaluations, and/or product research, etc. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. Recruitment Range: $35,596 - $45,500 To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required . Applicants who possess the following are preferred: Demonstrated experience in plumbing repairs and installation, preventative maintenance duties on pump stations (Lubrication, Strainers, Valves). Basic Electrical knowledge Basic HVAC knowledge Position/Physical Requirements: Job offer is contingent upon passing a pre-employment screen conducted by assigned provider. Position is considered "Essential/Mandatory Staff" and required to work on adverse weather days and during zoo emergencies. Work Hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm Must be able to work weekend and holiday on-call weekend rotations, and some after work shifts. Must participate in occupational health program. Must have good physical agility, strength, good hearing, vision, perform physically demanding labor in extremes of weather, and challenging physical environments such as animal enclosures. Must have ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally, pounds, walk, stand, see animals & exhibits for observation and safety as well as hear animal's sounds, radio communication and emergency situations with or without reasonable accommodation. Perform work in confined spaces such as filter pits, vaults, sumps, tanks, and mechanical rooms in accordance with safety protocols Must have a valid driver's license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment. Must be self-motivated and possess a strong work ethic. Must have very good written and oral communication skills. Must have good interpersonal relations/teamwork skills. ***SIGN-ON BONUS BEING OFFERED*** A sign-on bonus of $1000 is being offered for eligible candidates. See eligibility at https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy *Payout contingent on funding availability* ** This is a repost. Previous applicants are still being considered and do NOT need to reapply. ** This position is located at: 4401 Zoo Parkway Asheboro, NC 27205 Minimum Education and Experience Some stat

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Agency Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources Division Zoological Park Job Classification Title Maintenance/Construction Technician II (S) Position Number 65037893 Grade NC06

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