Plumber Lieber Correctional Institution, Ridgeville; DORCHESTER Level 3

Position: Plumber (#011405) Lieber Correctional Institution, Ridgeville (DORCHESTER) Level 3
Salary: $53,100.00 - $66,800.00 Annually
Location : Dorchester County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 011405
Agency: Department of Corrections
Division: Lieber CI
Opening Date: 01/27/2026
Closing Date: 2/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KC18
Position Number:: 011405
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Work Schedule:

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Pay Grade: GEN
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Hiring Range - Min.: $53,100.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $66,800.00
Opening Date: 01/27/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: This position is recruited through  only. You must apply online via the South Carolina Department of Corrections Career website  to be considered as an applicant for this position.

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services  Employment.gov
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work Time:
Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 3:30 PM)
Hours/Week: 37.50 hrs. Shift/

Work Schedule:

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Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Develops plumbing maintenance and repair program throughout the facility.
• Performs maintenance on all sewers, water distribution systems, building storm drains and other systems related to plumbing or pipe fitting.
• Supervises and installs plumbing and related systems in construction/renovation projects within the facility.
• Establishes on-call procedures to respond to emergency plumbing maintenance and repair calls and ensures the work is promptly and properly performed.
• Supervises the operation and maintenance of plumbing facilities sewage disposal equipment to ensure compliance with standards prescribed by the SCDHEC.
• Determines requirements for plumbing supplies and equipment and prepares justification for and requisitions all supplies.
• Remains abreast of new plumbing techniques, procedures and equipment in functional area and recommends the procurement of and assists in supervising the installation of new plumbing and sewage disposal equipment.
• Orients new employees and administers training.

Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.
Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services

Minimum and Additional Requirements
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and experience in the installation, maintenance or repair of air, water, gas or waste disposal systems. Relevant experience may be substituted for the required diploma on a year-for-year basis.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:

A high school diploma and 5 years of experience in the installation, maintenance or repair of air, water, gas, or waste disposal systems.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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