Master Plumber Foreperson (Municipal Building Commission)

Master Plumber Foreperson (Municipal Building Commission)

Salary

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Location

Downtown Minneapolis

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26MBC000rla016

Department

Municipal Building Commission

Opening Date

08/21/2026

Closing Date

9/4/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Description

The Municipal Building Commission (MBC) is seeking a Master Plumber Foreperson to plan, organize, assign, and participate in the work of the MBC's Plumbing Shop operations. Work involves serving as a technical expert and shop lead in planning, organizing, and directing daily work and plumbing projects in the plumbing shop.

The MBC has served as the steward for the historic Minneapolis City Hall and Hennepin County Courthouse (also referred to as the Municipal Building) since 1904. The MBC was created by Minnesota Statutes as an independent board for the exclusive care of the building.

In addition to a competitive hourly rate, MBC employees receive a generous benefit package including paid time off, health and dental insurance, HRA/VEBA spending account, pension, deferred compensation, and much more.

The MBC promotes a supportive work environment through our commitment to the employee-developed core values:

• Integrity
• Communication
• Respect
• Teamwork
• Be a role model

Salary: $60.70/hour ($56.50 plus $1.50 for Master Premium plus $2.70 Foreperson Premium)

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should complete and submit the MBC employment application. Please submit a resume with your application. The MBC Employment application can be found here. http://municipalbuildingcommission.org/building-management/job-and-contracting-opportunities. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Location and hours:

This full-time position is located in the City Hall/Courthouse building, 350 South 5th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415. This position could be required to work on a rotating schedule of weekday and weekend on-call coverage.

About the position type:

This is a full-time, benefit-earning position.

In this position you will:

• Represent the Municipal Building Commission as the master plumber of record.
• Serve as the technical expert and lead of the Plumbing Shop.
• Plan, coordinate, and perform a variety of preventive and ongoing maintenance/repair activities including fixture repair/replacement, piping, valve, and faucet repair/replacement, opening drains, and responding to emergency requests as necessary.
• Plan, complete and fully document a wide variety of plumbing projects including layout, fabrication, assembly, installation, repair, and ongoing maintenance of pipes, fitting and fixtures.
• Communicate work plans to journeyperson plumber.
• Conduct inspections to determine items in need of repair or replacement and coordinate with the Facility Manager to plan corrective action.
• Effectively communicate work standards, protocols, job priorities, and preventative maintenance activities to the Facility Manager.
• Complete purchasing processes including obtaining pricing, creating purchase orders as needed, and tracking receipt of materials for final payment.
• Schedule and coordinate with Facility Manager when outside contract plumbers are needed.
• Maintain positive professional working relationships with all staff levels, customers, outside agencies, and the public.
• Improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
• Respond to emergency call-backs after hours, on holidays, and on weekends. This position could be required to work on a rotating schedule of weekday and weekend on-call coverage.

Need to have:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an apprenticeship program approved by the State Division of Apprenticeship for Plumbers or a comparable apprenticeship.
• Current status as a Master Plumber with the State of Minnesota OR verification of progress on pending Master license.
• City of Minneapolis Master Plumber/Gasfitter License.
• Minimum of seven (7) total years as a plumber including:
• Five or more years of experience performing a variety of plumbing maintenance/installs/repair activities including fixture repair/replacement, piping, valve, and faucet repair/replacement, opening drains; AND
• Two or more years of experience as a Journeyperson Plumber including some experience providing work direction to other plumbers.

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of:

• Computers and software to include the use of email using Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

• Standard plumbing practices and applicable plumbing codes and ordinances.

• Ability to:

• Operate, maintain, and repair plumbing equipment, tools, supplies, and materials.

• Plan, schedule, organize and assign work to others.

• Read, interpret, and apply information/specifications from blueprints, building plans and schematics.

• Effectively communicate information both verbally and in writing to supervisor and co-workers.

• Provide outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers.

• Work in a team environment and adapt to changing conditions and situations.

• Skill in:

• Recognizing and managing the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.

Selection Process:

• We review your minimum qualifications.
• We review your training and experience based on application materials.
• We conduct a structured panel interview.
• References, including verification of employment and work performance, may be considered.

Background Check:

Minneapolis Police Department and Hennepin County Sheriff's Office background checks are required for this position. Employees must achieve and maintain the background checks in order to stay employed.

Medical Exam:

After a conditional job offer, candidates will be required to pass a medical examination which includes a physical screening. A drug and alcohol test are part of the medical examination.

Union Representation:

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the MBC and the Minneapolis Building and Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO.

Probationary Period:

This position will be required to serve a six-month probationary period.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should complete and submit the MBC employment application. Please submit a resume with your application. The MBC Employment application can be found here: http://municipalbuildingcommission.org/building-management/job-and-contracting-opportunities

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Why work here?

Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others cant - including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.

Employee Benefits Summary

Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.

If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found here.

Employer Hennepin County

Address Hennepin County Government Center

300 South Sixth Street

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55487

Phone 612-348-7855

Website https://www.hennepincounty.gov/government/jobs