Sr Plumber

About the Position

Career Opportunity

The city of Las Vegas is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Sr. Plumber. This position leads, oversees and participates in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for performing a variety of difficult and skilled plumbing tasks; repairs and maintains public buildings and facilities; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

This is the advanced journey level class in the Plumber series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other class within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, the complexity of duties assigned, and the independence with which the employee is expected to perform. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Receives direction from higher level staff.

Acts as a lead worker, exercising functional or technical supervision, including scheduling and assigning tasks, providing guidance, ensuring work is completed according to proper procedure, monitoring work progress, and reviewing results.

A civil service examination will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Service Rules of the city of Las Vegas. The examination for this recruitment will be a written examination, weighted 100%, and will be used to place candidates on the eligible list.

Written Test Date

June 15, 2026

Eligible List

You must score 70% or higher on the examination to be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list will remain in effect for a period of 6 months from the date of certification and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years.

Example of Duties

Essential Functions

• Leads, plans, trains and reviews the work of staff responsible for the repair and maintenance of plumbing fixtures in city buildings.
• Plans, directs and participates in the more difficult and skilled plumbing tasks.
• Supervises the use of and operates a variety of hand and power tools.
• Trains assigned employees in plumbing methods and techniques and in the set up and use of equipment.
• Verifies the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods and techniques, compliance with applicable standards and specifications, and safe work practices and procedures.
• Oversees and participates in the installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of a variety of city plumbing and irrigation systems and equipment, including flush valves, water and sewer lines, piping, hoses, fittings, adapters, couplings, broken valves and wood components; repairs leaks in faucets, drains, pumps, hot water tanks, piping and valves.
• Assists in the repair and maintenance of the plumbing portions of HVAC systems.
• Removes all plumbing and plumbing fixtures; installs new plumbing and plumbing fixtures as needed.
• Installs and maintains backflow prevention devices; maintains fertilizer injection systems.
• Assists in planning new plumbing systems; estimates time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisitions materials as required; maintains files and receipts.
• Provides technical guidance to contractors and other city maintenance staff; reviews blue prints; performs inspections to make recommendations on repairs or upgrades.
• Writes reports and make recommendations.

Marginal Functions

• Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Performs minor non-structural welding fabrication and installation projects.
• Responds to emergencies during evening and weekends.

Minimum Requirements

Experience

Four years of increasingly responsible journey-level plumbing experience.

Training

Equivalent to graduation from high school, including additional specialized training in plumbing.

License or Certificate

Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license on the date of application, and maintenance thereafter.

Possession of a journeyman plumber card issued by the Nevada Board of Plumbing Examiners on the date of application, and maintenance thereafter.

Possession of Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester certification through the California-Nevada Section of the American Water Works Association within twelve (12) months of the date of application, and maintenance thereafter.

Within 15 days of initial hire, provide documentation of completion of an OSHA10 course in construction industry safety and health hazard recognition and prevention, developed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor.

Possession of an appropriate City of Las Vegas aerial lift certificate within six months of the date of appointment, and maintenance thereafter.

Possession of a City of Las Vegas fork lift certificate within six months of the date of appointment, and maintenance thereafter.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of

Operations, services and activities of a building maintenance program.
Principles of lead supervision and training.
Methods and techniques of plumbing maintenance and repair.
Operational characteristics of plumbing equipment and tools.
Building construction as it relates to plumbing.
Repair and remodeling.
Advanced aspects of plumbing, air-conditioning systems, boilers and pumps.
Blueprints and plan interpretation.
Report writing and record keeping.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Operation and testing procedures for backflow prevention assembly devices.

Skills in

Leading, organizing and reviewing the work of staff in the area of work assigned.
Independently performing the most difficult plumbing tasks.
Interpreting, explaining and enforcing department policies and procedures.
Operating a variety of plumbing tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
Reading and interpreting plans and blueprints.
Assembling and installing air, gas, water and waste disposal systems.
Repairing or replacing plumbing parts in air-conditioning systems.
Writing reports and maintaining records.
Working independently in the absence of supervision.
Understanding and following oral and written instructions.
Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Competencies

Core Workforce Competencies

Professionalism – Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful and positive.

Effective Communication – Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.

Customer Focus – Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the CLV core purpose and values.

Adaptability – Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands.

Problem Solving – Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.

Productive Partnerships – Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.

Technical and Safety Expertise – Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical (job) area.

COMPENSATION

Annual Base Pay Increases

• Negotiated as part of the collective bargaining process.
• Step (Merit) Increase – typically awarded on the anniversary date of hire, up to range maximum.

BENEFITS

Uniform Allowance

• Available for some classifications.

Tool/Equipment Allowance

• Available for some classifications.

Retirement

• Benefit eligible employees participate in the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS). PERS, a statewide defined benefit plan, calculates retirement benefits based on 2.25 percent (current percentage for employees hired 7/1/15 and after)for each year of service, applied to the employee’s highest consecutive 36-month average salary. PERS also requires that employees share 50 percent of the PERS contribution, which is implemented by reducing the city’s salary ranges. The highest consecutive 36-month average salary is increased commensurate with the salary range reductions required by PERS.

Deferred Compensation

• The city offers a 457(b) Plan which is a government deferred compensation plan similar to a 401(k) plan. It offers both pre-tax and after-tax savings and investment options.

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Employees are covered the first of the month following date of employment. Five medical plans, two dental, and two vision plans are available. City pays 100% of employee premium + 50% of dependent premium.

Life and AD&D Insurance

• City provides $20,000 insurance at no cost.
• Additional voluntary life insurance and AD&D insurance available for purchase.

Disability Insurance

• City provides a long term disability policy:
  • LTD: Employees who normally work at least 30 hours/week are eligible. Benefits may begin after 90 days of an approved disability leave. Payment is up to 60% of earnings, up to $11,000/month, and may not be supplemented with sick or vacation.

ANNUAL PHYSICAL EXAMS

• Employees covered by a City health plan and their covered spouse and dependents over age 18 are eligible for a comprehensive wellness physical exam annually at no cost to them at ARC Health and Wellness..

VACATION (Hours/Year)

• Year 1-2: 80 hours
• Years 3-7: 120 hours
• Years 8-10: 128 hours
• Years 11-15: 180 hours
• Year 16 and over: 200 hours
• Maximum accrual: 250 hours, if hired after 12/3/2014
• Sell-back: Up to 60 hours each year; must leave a balance of 40 hours in leave bank.

HOLIDAYS

• City provides 12 paid holidays plus a birthday holiday.

SICK LEAVE

• Sick Leave: 104 hours per year
• Maximum Accrual: 420 hours, if hired after 12/03/2014
• Sick Leave Bonus: Negotiated sick leave bonus
• Payout at Separation: See contract

RETIREE HEALTH AND LIFE INSURANCE

• Available for purchase - retiree pays full cost of premiums.

NOTE: Benefits subject to change
Revised 12/10/2025