Plumbing Trades Specialist

Plumbing Trades Specialist

Salary

$42,050.00 - $71,486.00 Annually

Location

Wilmington, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600070

Department

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Opening Date

04/08/2026

Closing Date

4/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Position Information

New Hanover County is seeking an experienced Plumbing Trades Specialist to join our Facilities Management Department, where you will play a vital role in supporting the daily operations and long-term functionality of County facilities.

New Hanover Countys Facilities Management department oversees the maintenance and upkeep of all county owned buildings and facilities as well as energy sustainability through our utility management program. We are a dynamic team of trades professionals, custodians, supervisors and administrative staff who work every day to make our facilities the best in North Carolina. Ideal candidates should possess a strong work ethic, have the ability to prioritize schedules, and a true desire to serve the employees and citizens of New Hanover County.

Responsibilities for this role include:

• Responds to work orders for repair of County buildings and facilities by making appropriate repairs.
• Responds to repair emergencies on a 24-hour basis and provides appropriate assistance; serves in the on-call pool.
• Estimates materials needed for specific repairs and orders from appropriate vendors.
• Performs all levels of plumbing work, including the installation, maintenance, modification, and repair of air, gas, water, steam, and waste disposal systems.
• Cuts, assembles, and installs pipes; connects valves; caulks joints; and tests completed work by allowing water to flow through.
• Installs gas, water, steam, and sanitary fixtures and equipment with appropriate supports, hangers, or foundations.
• Analyzes defects or malfunctions in plumbing systems; eliminates leaks by repacking valves or replacing faulty fittings or sections of lines; replaces worn parts and performs related duties to correct issues.
• Performs routine plumbing repairs, including unclogging toilets and repairing running water
• Change out diaphragms on pneumatic valves
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) on plumbing fixtures according to a quarterly schedule and on lift stations
• Service ice makers and water fountains, including changing filters and performing preventative maintenance
• Coordinate and schedule backflow inspections; maintain logs of inspection due dates, coordinate necessary repairs, and update spreadsheets with new serial numbers
• Performs work with regular and predictable attendance, consistently meeting the scheduling needs of the position as required by the county.
• Performs work during emergency/disaster situations.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of plumbing systems and repair methods; General mechanical principles. Skilled in reading architectural drawings; performing plumbing repairs and installations; troubleshooting plumbing systems; communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.

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Hours:

7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

Must be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations.

Employment Type:

Full-time, non-exempt

Salary Information:

The hiring range for this position is $42,050 - $56,768, plus a competitive benefits package. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.

New Hanover County offers:

• Employer paid 401k contributions;
• Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
• Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position;
• Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
• Paid parental leave;
• Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
• Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options;
• Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;
• Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
• And so much more!

We invite you to explore our careers page at www.nhcgov.com/careers for additional information about why New Hanover County is a great place to work, and to check out our competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent, and three (3) years of experience in the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, manual dexterity, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

The work is performed primarily in an office or indoor setting, with typical levels of noise and disruptions. Occasionally, work is performed outside where the employee may be exposed to varying temperature and/or weather conditions.

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid Drivers License (from any state) and good driving record required at time of application.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License required by first date of employment with good driving record.
• Journeymans Card
• Backflow and Cross Connection Certification
• P-1 Plumbing license preferred

Other Information

Applicant Information:

After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

In compliance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b), if this position requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the county must require the applicant to undergo a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI for all offers of employment made after October 1, 2025. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties. Additional information on how to complete this required check will be provided to the selected candidate after an offer of employment is accepted.

New Hanover County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

New Hanover County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity to include

• Employer paid 401k deferred compensation contributions (5% for sworn law enforcement and 2.5% for all other benefits eligible positions);
• Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
• Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
• Paid parental leave;
• Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
• Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;
• Medical, dental, vision insurance + many other insurance options;
• Employee assistance program;
• 100% employer paid long term disability;
• Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center which includes a nurse practitioner and physical therapist;
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;
• Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
• And so much more!

Benefit options for eligible positions include medical, dental, elective supplemental insurance options including short-term disability, vision, flexible spending accounts, voluntary term life, cancer, accident, and critical illness policies. Employees who elect medical and dental insurance within the specified timelines provided during on-boarding, will have coverage effective on their date of hire. For more information about New Hanover County benefit options, including our benefit rates, please click here.

Please check out our careers page at www.nhcgov.com/careers for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.

Note: All positions listed as temporary, casual part time, volunteer, and intern are not eligible to receive benefits. Part-time position with fewer than 20 scheduled hours per week will not include benefits.

01

Do you you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Indicate the length of related experience in plumbing, demonstrated working knowledge of the methods, practices, tools and materials used in commercial plumbing maintenance and repair.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year but fewer than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but fewer than 4 years of experience
• 4 years but fewer than 5 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience

03

Indicate the licenses or certifications you currently possess:

• Journeyman's License
• Backflow and Cross Connection Certification
• P-1 Plumbing license

04

Are you physically capable to lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a valid North Carolina Drivers license?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you eligible to obtain a NC Drivers License?

• Yes
• No
• n/a - already have NC DL

07

Have you had your drivers license suspended or revoked for any reason in the last three years?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you had 2 or more driving violation tickets in the previous 12 months or 3 or more in the previous 25 months? Please note: Answering yes to this question will not automatically disqualify you from consideration for the position.

• Yes
• No

09

Will you be able to work "on call" status as necessary?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer New Hanover County

Address 230 Government Center Drive - Suite 135

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403

Phone 910-798-7178

910-798-7178

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nhc