Licensed Plumber

Licensed Plumber Salary Range - $53,279.96 - $80,338.12

The Raleigh Housing Authority is seeking to add new members to the team who are eager to make a difference in their community. If you are looking for more than just a job, but a place where you belong, can grow, and be part of a solution to the housing affordability crisis, we have a place for you. Enjoy the satisfaction of helping families be housed successfully and giving them an opportunity to thrive.

We value service, community, respect, and equity. We offer competitive compensation, generous benefits, a solid pension plan, and opportunities for career growth. Commit to something that matters and begin your journey with Raleigh Housing Authority.

Performs maintenance and repair on all plumbing systems for Raleigh Housing Authority (RHA) properties. Work involves keeping plumbing systems functioning without causing undue inconvenience for residents of RHA; repairing leaks; unclogging sewer lines and toilets; testing backflow devises; and completing related paperwork.

• Keeps plumbing systems in working condition for properties owned and managed by RHA.
• Plans and organizes parts, tools and supplies necessary to maintain an effective daily work routine.
• Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with work demand, prioritizing resident generated calls.
• Maintains a calendar for preventive tasks, meetings, deadlines, and events.
• Reviews work orders; assesses and troubleshoots work to be completed; obtains needed supplies and equipment; and independently completes tasks.
• Recommend improvements to ensure the building systems remain operational.
• Unclogs drains and toilets, rebuilds toilet flushing mechanisms; replaces toilets.
• Repairs and/or replaces faucets and fixtures.
• Repairs and replaces water heaters (gas/electric).
• Unclogs main sewer lines.
• Tests backflow devices.
• Strong communication skills with residents, colleagues and vendors.
• Adheres to all safety standards and agency established policy and various regulatory agencies and licensing.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Drug testing and criminal background check are required.
• Valid North Carolina Driver License.
• Class I License by North Carolina (NC) State Board of Examiners in Plumbing.
• Certified Backflow Tester certification.

• High school diploma or equivalent; 5 years of related work experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform this job.