Plumber 10

Job Title: Plumber

Job Number: 4715-26-011 Department: Corrections - Huron Valley Correctional Complex Location: Ypsilanti, MI Job Type: Permanent Full Time Opening Date: January 15, 2026 Closing Date: January 22, 2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit: MICHIGAN STATE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (MSEA)

Job Description:

The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer. MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.

This position provides for the operation, maintenance, repair, installation, and replacement of the plumbing and heating systems of all facilities within area of responsibility. Responsible for the supervision and security of prisoners on a work crew and the security of tools and equipment. Position may require travel within the region, which could include overnight stays.

Required Education and Experience:

• Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
• Five years of experience in the plumbing trade, including one year equivalent to a Plumber E9.
• Alternate Education and Experience: Completion of a vocational training program in plumbing that includes commercial or industrial level instruction may be substituted for two years of experience assisting skilled trades people.

Additional Requirements and Information:

This position requires possession of a journey plumber's license issued by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth. View the entire job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/Plumber_12862_7.pdf

Ethical Standards and Conduct:

Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services. All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards. As part of this effort, all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest, please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application.

Required Information:

To be considered for the position, you must:

• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). Your education listed cannot be used to credential review you for a position unless a copy of an OFFICIAL transcript confirming your education is attached to your electronic application. We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.
• Provide at least three professional references and their contact information to include phone number, and email address. Current MDOC employees must include their current supervisor as one of three professional references.
• Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered.

Benefits:

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Insurance Benefits:

The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

Retirement Programs:

The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

Vacation and Sick Leave:

Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave:

Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

Paid Holidays:

Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

Bonus Programs:

Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

Military Pay Differential:

Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if military pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

Tax-Advantaged Programs:

In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

Student Loan Forgiveness:

Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

Tuition Reduction:

Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

Professional Development:

To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:

Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

About the State of Michigan:

Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please follow these steps:

1. Visit the NEOGOV website and click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application.
2. Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
3. If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). Your education listed cannot be used to credential review you for a position unless a copy of an OFFICIAL transcript confirming your education is attached to your electronic application. We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.
4. Provide at least three professional references and their contact information to include phone number, and email address. Current MDOC employees must include their current supervisor as one of three professional references.
5. Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school? Yes No
• Do you possess five years of experience assisting skilled trades people in the plumbing trade OR three years of such experience and completion of a vocational training program in plumbing that includes commercial or industrial level instruction? Yes No
• Do you possess a journey plumbers license issued by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth? If so, please attach a copy of your certification in the Certifications/Licenses section of your profile. Yes No
• Are you a participant in the Return to Work program? This program is for employees that were displaced from their regular jobs due to work injuries which do not allow them to perform their normal work duties. Yes No
• Are you related to or acquainted with anyone who is currently incarcerated in a State prison, tether program, on parole or felony probation status? (NOTE: an affirmative response to this question will NOT automatically result in you being screened out for consideration) Yes No
• If yes, indicate name(s),