Plumber

Category: Environmental & Facilities Services
Job Type: Full time
Shift: Day - 08 Hour
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Req: P139845-1847
Employee Group: Non-Exempt/Non-Represented
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Remote Eligible: No
Department: Facilities Management
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

At Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford, we know world-renowned care begins with world-class caring. That's why we combine advanced technologies and breakthrough discoveries with family-centered care. It's why we provide our caregivers with continuing education and state-of-the-art facilities, like the newly remodeled Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford. And it's why we need caring, committed people on our team - like you. Join us on our mission to heal humanity, one child and family at a time.

Job ID: P139845-1847

JOB SUMMARY

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

The Plumber is required to install, inspect, maintain and repair all piping systems and allied equipment, fittings, valves, etc., (except refrigerant systems), in all hospital buildings and facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

* Assists in major and minor utility shut-downs, requested by facilities project, outside vendors or contractors and in house shops.
* Does plumbing and steam fitting, alterations and repairs on hot and cold water, sewer, steam process and heating, gas air pressure, vacuum and oxygen systems, chilled water systems, etc.
* Installs new piping for sterilizers, laundry, and other Hospital equipment and puts in piping installations in accordance with national and local code requirements.
* Installs, checks, maintains and repairs piping systems, checks and maintains faucets, pipes, bowls, sinks, valves, traps, etc., of water systems. Performs repairs to steam systems, checking and maintaining radiators, traps, regulators, controls, valves and other specialties.
* Maintains existing fire sprinkler systems for all the buildings assigned to facilities E&M.
* Make sketches of proposed changes for purpose of making or correcting working drawing for future references. Reads and interprets plumbing blueprints.
* May perform pipe covering and other allied covering as required. Repairs leaks in all pipes (except refrigeration), toilets, and sinks.
* Opens and cleans out stopped and clogged fixtures, traps, drains and pipes with flexible wires, eels, plungers, pressure tools.
* Replaces, repairs and maintains such items as washers, valves, faucets, liquid and bar soap dispensers, laboratory equipment, O.R. equipment, laundry equipment, boiler equipment, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience
License/Certification: None

KNOWLEDGE

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure/certification.

* Ability to adapt to and deal with change and ambiguity.
* Ability to operate standard tools, instruments and equipment used on the job.
* Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines.
* Ability to read and interpret blueprints and sketches.
* Ability to solve problems and identify solutions.
* Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
* Ability to work in a fast paced work environment.
* Ability to work well with individuals at all levels of the organization.
* Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.
* Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility.
* Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance and repair.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Pay Range
Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role.
Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.
Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $57.73 to $65.45

Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.