What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Plumber position at York County, Virginia?
Salary
$60,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually
Location
Yorktown, VA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
21MP-2069
Department
Public Works - Administration
Division
PW-FM/BUILDING TRADES
Opening Date
12/05/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
Performs skilled Master level Plumbing work in the maintenance and repair of County buildings, grounds and facilities. Work involves installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems. Occasionally performs semi-skilled work on electrical and mechanical equipment and performs a variety of maintenance and repair tasks requiring general knowledge of building trade skills. Work involves performing semi-skilled work in one or more building trades, such as: electrical, carpentry, and heating and air conditioning equipment.
Incumbent must be available to respond to calls for service after normal working hours on a rotational basis. This position is considered an essential position which requires the individual to report to work during inclement and extreme weather conditions.
Job responsibilities may include any of the following, depending on the incumbent’s functional assignment. This is not meant to be an exhaustive, or exclusive, list of job functions, but a representative sample of the type and level of work that is expected in this position.
Performs skilled plumbing tasks including changing faucet washers, stems, seals, etc.; installs and repairs to various water and sanitary fixtures and related equipment; repairs water line leaks and breaks.
Develops preventive maintenance program schedules and maintains up-to-date computerized records for plumbing systems.
Maintains and repairs sewer systems to include septic tanks and grinder pumps and their associated components.
Installs gas lines and irrigation systems components (lawn), injectors and injector pumps for sewer systems; assist with maintenance and repair of boilers, furnaces, and pumps.
Estimates, procures and documents time and materials needed for completion of projects.
Performs basic preventive maintenance work on heating and air conditioning systems, checking thermostats, couplers, fuses, belts, motors, etc.; assists in major heating and air conditioning repair and CIP projects.
Installs tests and certifies back-flow prevention systems and related components.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school supplemented by vocational/technical training and possession of a Master Plumber's Certificate and 6 years of experience in the plumbing trade; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Registered by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Master Plumber.
Must obtain state certification in back-flow testing within six months of hire date.
Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
This job is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment checks to include background checks and DMV records checks.
Supplemental Information
Comprehensive knowledge of the common methods, tools, and equipment used in plumbing installation and repair work.
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable plumbing codes.
Thorough knowledge of OSHA standards and occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Skill in performing highly skilled plumbing work.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, sketches, and drawings.
Ability to plan for and estimate time and materials needed for various projects.
Physical Demands
Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including plumbing tools, shovels, rakes, etc. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to bend and stoop for relatively long periods of time. Requires lifting of objects weighing between 50-75 pounds.
For a more detailed description: View Document
To view our Total Compensation Calculator, click here.
The County of York offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees to include medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings accounts, VRS retirement, group life insurance, deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, paid holidays and paid leave.
01
Which of the following best describes your level of education?
Have you completed a 4-year accredited plumbing apprentice program?
List the name of any certificate program or degree you have completed. If you have not completed a certificate or degree program, list the number of course hours you have completed as of the date of your application.
04
Choose the tradesman license(s) you currently hold from the list below.
How many years of experience do you have performing skilled work at the master plumber level?
How many years of experience do you have in skilled, commercial plumbing maintenance and repair?
How many years of experience do you have working in construction/ maintenance trades other than plumbing?
Select the construction trades that you have 4 years or more of experience with below.
Describe your experience operating heavy equipment such as a backhoe, forklift, trencher, etc. If you do not have experience operating heavy equipment, type "None".
10
Do you have a current Backflow Prevention Certification?
How many years of training and/or experience do you have reading and interpreting plans, specifications and blueprints?
Have you had any general OSHA Construction Safety Training?
List the OSHA Construction Safety Training courses you have completed below. If you have not had this type of training, type "None".
14
Which of the following best describes your experience using any computerized work order/asset management systems?
If selected for this position, you will be considered an essential employee (County designation as ALPHA) and will be required to report to work during inclement and extreme weather conditions, often outside normally scheduled work hours. Additionally, you will be required to be on the division's 2– week on-call rotation list. Are you able to comply with these provisions?
Do you have a valid driver's license from the Commonwealth of Virginia?
Are you a current York County government employee? (This does not include the employment with the Offices of General District Court, York-Poquoson Social Services, Colonial Behavioral Health, or York County Schools)
Were you encouraged to apply for this particular position by a current York County government employee? If so, please write their full name and the department or division they work in below. Otherwise, write N/A.
Required Question
Employer York County
Address 224 Ballard Street
P. O. Box 532
Yorktown, Virginia, 23690
Phone 757-890-3687
Website http://www.yorkcounty.gov/humanresources
$60,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually
Location
Yorktown, VA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
21MP-2069
Department
Public Works - Administration
Division
PW-FM/BUILDING TRADES
Opening Date
12/05/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Performs skilled Master level Plumbing work in the maintenance and repair of County buildings, grounds and facilities. Work involves installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems. Occasionally performs semi-skilled work on electrical and mechanical equipment and performs a variety of maintenance and repair tasks requiring general knowledge of building trade skills. Work involves performing semi-skilled work in one or more building trades, such as: electrical, carpentry, and heating and air conditioning equipment.
Incumbent must be available to respond to calls for service after normal working hours on a rotational basis. This position is considered an essential position which requires the individual to report to work during inclement and extreme weather conditions.
Job responsibilities may include any of the following, depending on the incumbent’s functional assignment. This is not meant to be an exhaustive, or exclusive, list of job functions, but a representative sample of the type and level of work that is expected in this position.
Performs skilled plumbing tasks including changing faucet washers, stems, seals, etc.; installs and repairs to various water and sanitary fixtures and related equipment; repairs water line leaks and breaks.
Develops preventive maintenance program schedules and maintains up-to-date computerized records for plumbing systems.
Maintains and repairs sewer systems to include septic tanks and grinder pumps and their associated components.
Installs gas lines and irrigation systems components (lawn), injectors and injector pumps for sewer systems; assist with maintenance and repair of boilers, furnaces, and pumps.
Estimates, procures and documents time and materials needed for completion of projects.
Performs basic preventive maintenance work on heating and air conditioning systems, checking thermostats, couplers, fuses, belts, motors, etc.; assists in major heating and air conditioning repair and CIP projects.
Installs tests and certifies back-flow prevention systems and related components.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school supplemented by vocational/technical training and possession of a Master Plumber's Certificate and 6 years of experience in the plumbing trade; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Registered by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Master Plumber.
Must obtain state certification in back-flow testing within six months of hire date.
Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
This job is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment checks to include background checks and DMV records checks.
Supplemental Information
Comprehensive knowledge of the common methods, tools, and equipment used in plumbing installation and repair work.
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable plumbing codes.
Thorough knowledge of OSHA standards and occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Skill in performing highly skilled plumbing work.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, sketches, and drawings.
Ability to plan for and estimate time and materials needed for various projects.
Physical Demands
Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including plumbing tools, shovels, rakes, etc. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to bend and stoop for relatively long periods of time. Requires lifting of objects weighing between 50-75 pounds.
For a more detailed description: View Document
To view our Total Compensation Calculator, click here.
The County of York offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees to include medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings accounts, VRS retirement, group life insurance, deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, paid holidays and paid leave.
01
Which of the following best describes your level of education?
- No Diploma/GED
- High School/GED
- Some College or Technical/Vocational Training
- College Degree or Technical/Vocational Certificate
Have you completed a 4-year accredited plumbing apprentice program?
- Yes
- No
List the name of any certificate program or degree you have completed. If you have not completed a certificate or degree program, list the number of course hours you have completed as of the date of your application.
04
Choose the tradesman license(s) you currently hold from the list below.
- Journeyman Plumber
- Master Plumber
- I do not have this license
How many years of experience do you have performing skilled work at the master plumber level?
- None
- Less than 3 years
- 3 to 5 years
- 6 years or more
How many years of experience do you have in skilled, commercial plumbing maintenance and repair?
- None
- Less than 3 years
- 3 to 5 years
- 6 years or more
How many years of experience do you have working in construction/ maintenance trades other than plumbing?
- None
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 4 years
- 5 years or more
Select the construction trades that you have 4 years or more of experience with below.
- Mechanical
- Carpentry
- Electrical
- HVAC
Describe your experience operating heavy equipment such as a backhoe, forklift, trencher, etc. If you do not have experience operating heavy equipment, type "None".
10
Do you have a current Backflow Prevention Certification?
- Yes
- No
How many years of training and/or experience do you have reading and interpreting plans, specifications and blueprints?
- None
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 4 years
- 5 years or more
Have you had any general OSHA Construction Safety Training?
- Yes
- No
List the OSHA Construction Safety Training courses you have completed below. If you have not had this type of training, type "None".
14
Which of the following best describes your experience using any computerized work order/asset management systems?
- No Experience
- Some Experience
- Experienced
- Expert
If selected for this position, you will be considered an essential employee (County designation as ALPHA) and will be required to report to work during inclement and extreme weather conditions, often outside normally scheduled work hours. Additionally, you will be required to be on the division's 2– week on-call rotation list. Are you able to comply with these provisions?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a valid driver's license from the Commonwealth of Virginia?
- Yes
- No
Are you a current York County government employee? (This does not include the employment with the Offices of General District Court, York-Poquoson Social Services, Colonial Behavioral Health, or York County Schools)
- Yes
- No
Were you encouraged to apply for this particular position by a current York County government employee? If so, please write their full name and the department or division they work in below. Otherwise, write N/A.
Required Question
Employer York County
Address 224 Ballard Street
P. O. Box 532
Yorktown, Virginia, 23690
Phone 757-890-3687
Website http://www.yorkcounty.gov/humanresources
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000