Plumbing Technician

Overview

We are looking for a Plumbing Technician!

Join a skilled team that helps keep Larimer County facilities running smoothly and safely. This role goes beyond standard plumbing work—you'll support essential operations by collaborating with other departments on space use changes, providing input during planning and construction, and ensuring compliance with safety and accessibility standards.

Whether you're coordinating with security and risk management, helping adapt facilities for changing needs, or supporting emergency responses, your work will directly contribute to the safety, comfort, and functionality of County buildings.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Troubleshooting and repairing plumbing systems and equipment, including sinks, toilets, valves, water heaters, and pumps.
• Maintaining kitchen and laundry equipment such as dishwashers, ovens, steamers, washers, and dryers.
• Performing preventive maintenance on water systems, drainage systems, and related devices.
• Testing and maintaining systems, including backflow preventers, septic tanks, well systems, and boilers.
• Collaborating on plumbing redesigns or site use changes, and overseeing work by contractors or maintenance staff.
• Analyzing problems and recommending or initiating major repairs, replacements, or upgrades.
• Reviewing construction plans and attending pre-construction meetings.
• Responding to emergencies as needed, including after hours.

• Knowledge of plumbing, mechanical, electrical, carpentry, and general maintenance practices
• Ability to read and interpret regulations, codes, and technical documents
• Comfortable using standard business software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, databases)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with others
• Reliable attendance and willingness to respond to urgent issues

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Three (3) years of experience with plumbing installation and service maintenance required.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.
• Colorado State Journeyman Plumber's License required.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.