Department of the Navy

MWR Plumber

San Diego, California Full time

MWR Plumber

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): San Diego, California

Salary Range: $51418 - $51418 Per Year

Job Summary: The position is located in the Maintenance Division of the Morale, Welfare and Recreation Department, in the Commander Navy Region Southwest (CNRSW). The incumbent is involved in installing, modifying and repairing new and existing utility, supply and disposal systems such as sewage, water, oil and gas distribution system for facilities and buildings belonging to the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department in CNRSW.

Major Duties:

  • A. Installs, modifies and makes repairs to sinks, commodes, disposal units, dishwashers, water lines, drains, pipes, valves, and other related equipment. Locates source or problem, removes, cleans, replaces parts as needed to insure proper operation, flow, and drainage of equipment and facilities. B. Determines feasibility of work order by using building plans and blueprints, determines if work should be referred to Public Works Center. Determines material and parts needed, time frame to complete job with estimated cost of MWR projects. C. Assists in the updating of facilities by painting, refinishing, carpeting and repairing walls, ceilings, furniture and floors, both wooden or tile. D. Operates a motor vehicle in getting to and from assignments. Prepares vehicle reports as needed. Checks vehicle or proper maintenance/safety checks, such as gas and oil, required oil change and brakes are in proper order, etc. Secures vehicle in designated area at end of day. E. Cleans all work areas and other assigned areas. Performs preventive maintenance of shop tools and equipment.

Qualifications: Incumbent must be able to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions. Must have knowledge of standard plumbing methods and techniques, with three years experience. Have ability to use hand tools such as tapes, hacksaws, pipe threaders, pipe wrenches, hammer, etc. Capable of using power tools, such as skill saws, table saws, plumb bobs hydrostatic pumps, power drills, etc., in a safe effective way. Capable of mixing stains, paints, and other coatings according to written or oral directions, ability to recognize the proper appearance and consistency. Ability to apply coatings and paint. Posses a California driver's license to qualify for government drivers. Must have the ability to interpret and apply building plans and blueprints, use shop mathematics, and layout such things as angles, arcs, and circles.

How to Apply: Applications are not accepted in person or via email. Applicants must apply online. Click the blue APPLY button at the top of this announcement to apply.

Application Deadline: 2025-12-19