Lead Plumber

Job Title

Performs senior functions relating to coordinating and leading the plant operations shop for various assignments throughout the Hospital.

Job Responsibilities

• Diagnoses the cause of leaks, pressure failures, valve malfunctions, regulator problems and repairs or replaces defective valves, piping and fittings to restore a system to normal perception.
• Works from drawings, sketches or verbal instructions to install and modify plumbing systems.
• Plans sequence, details of operations, material required and time estimated to complete assigned tasks.
• Performs gas welding, arc welding, braze solder and silver solder with materials consistent with the plumbing trade.
• Maintains records of repairs made and preventative maintenance performed.
• Maintains repairs, replaces and installs sinks, faucets, water closets, water coolers, kitchen equipment and other equipment consistent with the plumbing trade. May assist plumbing contractors in performance of their duties.
• Performs and completes assigned tasks utilizing necessary tools, pipe threaders, pipe cutters, reamers, power drain cleaners and other power tools.
• Ability to diagnose and repair problems to steam, water, oil, sewage, and all pumps and associated equipment.
• Diagnoses and repairs problems to boilers and boiler safety devices.
• Troubleshoots and repairs difficulties to hot water and chilled water circulating systems.
• Maintains repairs and replaces steam traps, steam valves and other devices related to the steam cycle and network.
• Maintains and repairs air handling equipment including filters, dampers, coils, registers and duct work.
• Maintains plumbing shop and storage, maintenance shop and assigned work area in a neat and orderly manner.
• Maintains records and inventory of shop supplies and recommends and/or prepares purchase requests, as directed.
• Assists Contractors in shutdown of services and utility systems.
• Serves as a member of the Fire Response Team.
• Maintains knowledge of latest Codes and performs all tasks in accordance with local, state, federal, and Hospital building codes.
• Responds to hospital emergencies such as snow removal, utility failures, etc., as directed.
• Assist shop training as necessary and follows- up on assignments.
• Assist with assigning work to department personnel and inspects assignment to ensure proper workmanship & quality outcomes and completion of assignment in absence of managers of department.
• Coordinates and collaborates with various staff and trades to ensure departmental outcomes are achieved.
• Coordinates work schedule, day-off and vacation.
• Assists with prompt completion of work orders and preventive maintenance work orders of the department personnel.
• Assists management to monitor and maintain shop inventory of materials, equipment, including creating and completing purchasing requisitions.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Performs emergency repairs as needed communicates these repairs with Director of Department appropriately.
• Performs daily equipment rounds and other inspections as assigned.
• Reviews applicable code compliance and ensure projects are within requirements.
• Performs related duties, as required.

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Associate Degree in Engineering related fields, preferred.
• Vocational school certificate for plumbing training is required.
• Minimum of ten (10) years/ experience as a plumber or journeyman plumber in a hospital, industrial plant or similar institution. Including experience in a hospital environment and leadership role. Maintenance repairs, and installation and trouble- shooting experience with domestic water system, HVAC piping, valves, controls, pumps, sewer system, plumbing fixtures and rough-out installation, hot water heaters, and boiler equipment.
• Knowledge and work experience in general maintenance tasks in minor electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and general repairs, etc.
• Plumber license preferable. Knowledge of blueprint reading, etc.
• Valid Driver's License, required.

*Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).