About the position The Plumber 1 position at the Selinsgrove Center involves maintaining and installing plumbing systems across a large campus consisting of forty-six buildings. This role requires a dependable and skilled individual to perform plumbing repairs and maintenance independently or as part of a team, ensuring the functionality of both commercial and residential plumbing systems. Responsibilities • Install and maintain plumbing systems for forty-six buildings. , • Repair plumbing equipment and systems. , • Maintain commercial and residential housekeeping equipment. , • Manage wastewater and supply water systems. Requirements • Three years of experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing components and fixtures. , • Possession of an active motor vehicle license. , • Ability to perform essential job functions. Nice-to-haves Benefits • Dental insurance , • Vision insurance , • Parental leave , • Vacation time , • Paid time off , • Paid holidays , • Sick time , • Retirement plan
See More Details >>THE POSITION Are you a hard-working, dependable, and experienced plumber? Would you enjoy utilizing your talents to maintain a large campus which supports those with intellectual disabilities work towards achieving their goals? The Department of Human Services (DHS), Selinsgrove Center is seeking a Plumber 1 to join our team while engaging in a rewarding public service. We are located near the borough of Selinsgrove, just a few short minutes from town, Selinsgrove area schools, and Selinsgrove University. Take pride in the work you do and apply today Watch this video to see how you can make a difference at the Selinsgrove Center DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Plumber 1, you will install and maintain plumbing programs for the forty-six buildings located throughout our campus. Duties involve repairing various plumbing equipment and systems, commercial and residential housekeeping equipment, and wastewater and supply water systems. This skilled position requires work to be completed independently or in a team setting with limited supervision. Special attention must be given to ensure that work is being conducted in a safe and professional manner at all times. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: • Full-time employment • Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. • Travel and overtime as needed. • Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. • The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement. • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: • Three years of experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing components and fixtures; or • An equivalent combination of experience and training. Special Requirements: • This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania license as a journey-level plumber. • This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license. Other Requirements: • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. • You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: • A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. • This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. How to Apply: • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. • Your score is valid for this specific posting only. • You must provide complete and accurate information or: • your score may be lower than deserved. • you may be disqualified. • You may only apply/test once for this posting. • Your results will be provided via email.
See More Details >>Plumbing Career Opportunity We are seeking a skilled Plumber 1 to join our team. The ideal candidate will have three years of experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing components and fixtures or an equivalent combination of experience and training. This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania license as a journey-level plumber and an active motor vehicle license. You must meet the PA residency requirement and be able to perform essential job functions. A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. The successful candidate will install and maintain plumbing programs for forty-six buildings located throughout our campus, ensuring that work is conducted in a safe and professional manner at all times. Additional details regarding this position can be found below. Key Responsibilities • Install and maintain plumbing programs for forty-six buildings • Repair various plumbing equipment and systems • Commercial and residential housekeeping equipment and wastewater and supply water systems Required Qualifications • Three years of experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing components and fixtures • Equivalent combination of experience and training • Valid Pennsylvania license as a journey-level plumber • Active motor vehicle license Benefits This position offers excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement. How to Apply • Submit your application by the posting closing date • Include relevant detailed experience/education information • Attach a copy of your college transcripts if claiming education
See More Details >>Becoming a plumber in Selinsgrove, PA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 736,000 plumbers nationwide, with projections of a 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices earn an average of $947.50 per week in Selinsgrove, with experienced plumbers earning up to $1041.50 per week. Vocational schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
