Plumbing and Mechanical II - Foreman

Salary : $45.30 - $57.43 Hourly

Location : Seattle - Downtown Core, WA

Job Type : Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs / week

Job Number : 2024SM23430

Department : DES - Executive Services

Division : FMD - Facilities Mgmt

Opening Date : 02 / 03 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 17 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : T2B : JCC L32-Plumbing & Mechanical

Full- or Part-Time : Full Time

Hours / Week : 40 hours / week

Summary

The King County's Facilities Management Division (FMD), Building Operations Section (BOS), is looking for an experienced Plumbing and Mechanical II (Plumber Foreman) , who will supervise a crew of journey-level plumbing and mechanical workers.

This position is responsible for the planning, scheduling, reviewing, and executing of the crew's work. This work includes maintaining, repairing, and installing mechanical and plumbing systems and components such as pipes, storm and sanitary sewers, wet and dry fire sprinkler systems, valves, steam valves, traps, drains, basins, tubs, faucets, sinks, hydrants, heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration systems, and kitchen and laundry installations typically found in various types of commercial buildings as well as secure detention facilities.

WHO IS FACILITIES MANAGEMENT DIVISION?

Through a workforce of over 300 dedicated employees, the Facilities Management Division (FMD) operates and manages the County's capital assets by developing and maintaining cost-conscious, sustainable, high-quality facilities, and environments. The Building Operations Section (BOS) provides custodial services, maintenance and building operations as well as building security. BOS is committed to providing high quality service to support and maintain buildings effectively and efficiently.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE

As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.

We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.

Job Duties

In order to be considered for this exciting opportunity, the successful candidate at minimum will demonstrate skill and ability to :

• Model best practices in supervising journey-level plumbing and mechanical workers on a variety of multiple discipline projects.
• Plan, organize, schedule, and coordinate daily work activities of assigned work unit; prepare and assign work schedules and staffing plans; assign, evaluate and monitor work quality and quantity.
• Provide input and / or prepare performance feedback for supervised staff; investigate and address performance and conduct issues of supervised staff in a timely manner as guided by KC policies, MLAs, and Human Resources. May participate in discussions regarding disciplinary actions with higher level supervisors and human resources.
• Promote and support a safe working environment for self and supervised crew. Direct and ensure working practices follow established King County and trade safety standards and codes. Provide ongoing identification, documentation, and redirection of safety hazards and unsafe personnel practices. Provide corrective actions as appropriate and guided by King County and Human Resources policy and guidance.
• Foster and model an environment in which every employee is accountable for high-quality, safe, and problem-solving service delivery.
• Develop strategies and / or plumbing and mechanical solutions for new installations and existing systems. Perform systems analysis; troubleshoot problems; provide summary reports and recommendations for resolution. Escalate issues impacting or potentially impactful to occupant, staff, and building safety.
• Develop estimates for pre-determined and billable services to include material, labor, equipment rental charges, permit fees, and subcontractor costs for various disciplines. Procure and coordinate necessary tools, parts, staffing, and material for projects.
• Maintain accurate filing and records keeping for personnel, building, vendor, and projects. Monitor and track material and labor expenditures and inventory. Receive and respond to correspondence. Organize, assemble, and file project owner equipment manuals.
• Interpret existing conditions and drawings in relationship to client's objectives and current codes. Translate concepts into visual systems and components using illustrations for estimating and construction.
• Review project specifications and drawings for material standards and constructability. Determine sequence of tasks, coordinate and schedule tasks with clients and other crafts and contractors.
• Perform Plumbing and Mechanical I duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE :

MOST COMPETITVE CANDIDATES WILL HAVE :

Supplemental Information

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION :

WHO MAY APPLY :

Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ , people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs :

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE : Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and / or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?

Copy OF (Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?

Do you have an active, unencumbered PLO1 license?

Do you have a Backflow Testing Certification, or the ability to obtain the certification within the first 6 months of employment if you are the successful candidate?

Required Question

Salary : $45 - $57