Plumber

Plumbing Maintenance Technician

Provides plumbing maintenance to all areas of Memorial Health System as assigned. Insures that work is completed per established policies/procedures, work order specifications and appropriate codes. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values.

Qualifications

Education:

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Licensure/Certification/Registry:

· State Plumbing License required.

· Certification in backflow preventers preferred.

· Must possess valid Illinois driver's license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (five year MVR will be required).

Experience:

· Four years of plumbing experience required. Commercial and/or healthcare experience strongly preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· Demonstrated ability to read, understand and apply complex building codes such as NFPA and Joint Commission.

· Demonstrated ability to apply plumbing theory, read/understand blueprints, and other technical specifications.

· Demonstrated ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for long periods of time.

· Have basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Establishes work priorities ensuring efficient organization and coordination of activities with installing, and repairing pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, water and drainage systems per codes and specifications.
• Installs new plumbing pipe for water, steam, condensate lines, sewer, air, oxygen, vacuum, nitrous oxide, drains, and vents and for sterilizers and other sterilizing equipment.
• Studies building plans and working drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installations.
• Inspects structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure resulting from installation of pipe.
• Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:
• SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others.
• COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude.
• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results.
• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays.
• Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, dishwashers and water softeners
• Repairs and maintains plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes and opening clogged drains.
• Performs and documents preventative maintenance.
• Notifies department if asbestos exists in work area.
• Interacts with patients and hospital personnel in a courteous, helpful and cooperative manner.
• Maintains appropriate dress and appearance, projecting a positive image of the Medical Center.
• Follows all safety procedures/policies in completing work assignments.
• Assists with completing division goals.
• Coordinates assigned work to meet the needs of customers, patients and visitors.
• Develops work practices that utilizes time and material efficiently.
• Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.