Plumber
Akicita Federal, LLC
Apply to this job Montgomery, AL Until 9/29/2026 First posted July 31, 2026 Last posted July 31, 2026
Job description
Akicita Federal is hiring Plumbers to maintain and repair critical plumbing infrastructure supporting veteran healthcare facilities for the Central Alabama VA Healthcare System in Montgomery, AL. These roles directly support the daily operation of VA medical campuses, ensuring safe and functional plumbing systems for veterans and clinical staff. You will work a consistent Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 AM–4:30 PM) alongside a skilled trades team serving two VA campuses.
- Test joints, piping, and fixtures for leaks and pressure integrity across medical facility plumbing systems
- Install, repair, and replace valves, fittings, and piping components to maintain uninterrupted facility operations
- Inspect and test piping systems following repairs, alterations, or new installations to verify code compliance and functionality
- Disassemble, diagnose, and repair damaged pipe sections or fabricate replacement components as needed
- Repair and replace toilets, sinks, and other plumbing fixtures throughout active healthcare facilities
- Conduct routine inspections of piping, fittings, and connections to identify and address wear or defective parts proactively
- Operate hand and power tools common to the plumbing trade safely and in accordance with facility protocols
What sets candidates apart:
- Prior experience performing plumbing work in a hospital, medical center, or other large institutional/commercial facility
- Familiarity with healthcare facility maintenance standards or Joint Commission environment-of-care requirements
- State plumbing license or journeyman certification
- Experience working within a VA or other federal government facility
- Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities across multiple campus locations
About Akicita FederalAkicita Federal is a Native American-owned federal contractor delivering healthcare, clinical, IT, and program-support services across the Indian Health Service, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other federal agencies. We hire the people who do the work — clinicians, analysts, engineers, support staff — and we treat them like the professionals they are.
Equal Opportunity EmployerAkicita Federal is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Akicita Federal complies with the Indian Preference provisions of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (P.L. 93-638) where applicable.
Compensation (from employer):
58240–64480 USD per year
About this role
Summary
Maintain and repair plumbing systems in veteran healthcare facilities
Job title
Plumber
Experience level
journeyman certification or equivalent
Industry
federal healthcare
Location requirements
Montgomery, AL; remote work not allowed
Salary
$58k–$64k
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
plumbing licensefittingpipe repairfixture repairinspection
Preferred skills
healthcare maintenance standardsVA or federal experience
Specializations
plumbinghealthcare facilitiesfederal facilitymaintenancerepair
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Montgomery, AL, USA
On-site City