Requisition No: 859508 Agency: Military Affairs Working Title: PLUMBER Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 62000134 Salary: 36,061.22 Posting Closing Date: 09/10/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Department of Military Affairs • ** OPEN COMPETITIVE*** APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11:59 p.m. on closing date VACANCY # 62000134 WORK LOCATION: STARKE, FL ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS (DMA) The mission of the Florida Department of Military Affairs is to provide management oversight of the Florida National Guard and provide units and personnel ready to support national security objectives; to protect the public safety of citizens and to contribute to the national, state and community programs that add value to the United States of America and to the State of Florida. OUR BENEFITS INCLUDE: • Health Insurance • Life Insurance • Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance • Retirement Benefits • Vacation and Sick Leave • Paid Holidays • Opportunities for Career Advancement • Tuition Waiver for Public College Courses • Training Opportunities • For benefit information available to State of Florida employees, go to http://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: • New employees of the Department of Military Affairs will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening. • New employees of the Department of Military Affairs are required to participate in a direct deposit/electronic transfer program. • The Department of Military Affairs is paid on a monthly basis. • This position is a Cooperative Agreement position. • As a CANDIDATE, you are required to provide documentation (i.e., High School Diploma or Equivalency, College Transcripts, ETC.) to verify meeting these Minimum Qualifications. • Must be able to obtain a completion of a favorable National Agency Check background investigation clearance. • NOTE* To be considered for this position, application must be fully completed, your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process and clearly stated within the employment history. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • A High School Diploma AND • Two (2) years of experience in Plumbing or related field PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be able to bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist, grasp, push, and pull. • Must have manual dexterity with hands and fingers. • Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs. or more. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Repairs and maintains plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains. • Assembles pipe sections, tubing, and fittings, using screws, bolts, solder, plastic solvent, and caulking. • Studies building plans and inspects structure to determine required materials and equipment and sequence of pipe installations. • Locates and marks position of pipe installations and passage holes in structures, using measuring instruments, such as ruler and level. • Cuts, threads, and bends pipe to required angle, using pipe cutters, pipe-threading machine, and pipe bending machine. • Fills pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observes pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks. • Plans pipe system layout, installation, or repair according to specifications. • Modifies and maintains pipe systems and related machines and equipment components following specifications, using hand tools and power tools. • Inspects, examines, and tests installed systems and pipelines, using pressure gauges, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods. • Turns valve to shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe section, using valve key or wrenches. • All work performed will need to comply with Hazardous Waste Management Rules and Regulations. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Knowledge of the procedures and methods for installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing and heating fixtures and accessories • Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the skilled building trades or mechanical repair work • Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work • Skill in using pipe cutters, reamers, threading machines and other specialized tools and equipment • Skill in using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work • Ability to perform a variety of skilled trades functions • Ability to read blueprints • Ability to take accurate measurements • Ability to follow instructions • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments • Ability to communicate effectively • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others SPECIAL REMINDERS: The State of Florida and The Department of Military Affairs participate in the E-Verify program. Federal law requires that all employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of any person hired to work in the United States. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. The Department of Military Affairs values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
See More Details >>Overview: Looking to TradeUp? Snyder in Lake City FL is seeking self-motivated individuals to join our growing and dedicated Plumbing Service team. What we OFFER you! • Year round work • Birthday Pay • PTO after 90 days • Parental Leave • Paid Training • Weekly pay • 7 Paid Holidays • Employee Relief Fund and PTO Gifting • Education & Tuition Assistance • Fully stocked company vehicle, gas card, cell phone, tablet, and uniform • Robust benefits package – health, dental, vision insurance, 401k match, IRA, and more • Employee Discounts • Employee Referral Bonus • Career growth opportunity What you will Do: • You will work closely with the service department to provide timely and accurate service by following company standards and procedures. • You will travel to customers’ homes to diagnose & troubleshoot plumbing systems • Identify & communicate plumbing issue(s) with customers • Maintain a fully stock inventory for each job. • Document work performed by following company procedure. • Maintain professional conduct and appearance in all working conditions What you Need: • At least 1 years of experience in residential plumbing service & repair • Must pass motor vehicle & background check and drug screen • Superb customer service skills, honest, dependable, and reliable • Physical dexterity. Responsibilities: What you will do: • Good communication and listening skills • Experience with plumbing products (T&S, Sloan, etc.) • Sewer and drain cleaning experience • Experience working with automatic faucets and flush valves • Service Titan knowledge a plus What YOU will bring: • Plumbing install experience • Valid Plumbing License • Must pass a drug screen, MVR & background check • Physical dexterity
See More Details >>Requisition No: 857939 Agency: Department of Corrections Working Title: PLUMBER - Columbia Correctional Institution Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 70038964 Salary: $40,687.40 annually Posting Closing Date: 09/09/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS We Never Walk Alone Plumber This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at Columbia Correctional Institution in the Maintenance Department. The mission of Facilities Management and Building Construction at the Florida Department of Corrections is to provide a safe, secure, and efficient environment for staff, inmates, and visitors. This is achieved through the effective management, maintenance, and construction of correctional facilities, ensuring they meet all regulatory standards and support the department's overall mission of public safety and rehabilitation. This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves. JOB DUTIES: This working position is responsible for the installation and repair of plumbing and associated systems, LP Gas supply, Waste Collection and Potable Water necessary to operate a major institution. This position will also provide on the job training to those inmates he/she supervises in plumbing and associated systems. • Performs preventive maintenance and repairs for all plumbing systems, including LP gas supply, waste collection, and potable water. • Installs, maintains, and repairs plumbing fixtures such as valves, faucets, traps, sinks, sewer lines, vents, and sanitary fixtures. • Conducts tests, maintains logs, and keeps records for equipment as per Department guidelines. • Repairs, replaces, and checks high and low pressure steam boilers, safety devices, and controls, and cleans boilers, tanks, and water heaters. • Reads blueprints, plans and organizes work, prepares reports, supervises inmates, participates in departmental training, and performs other related duties as required. BENEFITS: • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. • Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. • Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance. • Tuition-Free college courses. • Retirement Plans with the Florida Retirement System: • * Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan) • Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan) • Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop) • Deferred Compensation • Recently Retired? Beginning July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; beginning with the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions on working for an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption. REQUIREMENTS: • High school diploma or its equivalent and at least one (1) year of experience in the plumbing trade OR four or more years of experience in the plumbing trade (College or vocational/technical training in the above listed trade can substitute for the required experience). • A valid Driver’s license. Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT The Florida Department of Corrections requires all job applicants and volunteers to pass a Level 2 background check as per Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. This check must be completed before they can start working or volunteering. EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) only hires U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. FDC uses E-Verify to confirm an employee’s eligibility to work after completing the I-9 form. For online application issues, call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST on the closing date. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
See More Details >>Becoming a plumber in Lake City, FL, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 635,000 plumbers nationwide, with projections of a 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Lake City earn an average of $640 per week, with experienced plumbers earning up to $6,000 per week. Vocational schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
