Plumber II

Overview

At Augusta Health, your work matters - and so do you. Whether you're delivering direct patient care, supporting operations, or innovating behind the scenes, every role contributes to our mission of promoting wellness and healing through compassionate service. We offer more than just a job - we offer a purpose-driven career in a nationally recognized, independent health system located in Virginia's scenic Shenandoah Valley.

Learn more about career opportunities on our Careers Page.

Our team members thrive in a supportive culture that values collaboration, integrity, and excellence. With opportunities across clinical and non-clinical areas, Augusta Health is a place where your skills make a difference, and your growth is a priority.

Why Join Augusta Health?

We believe in taking care of the people who care for our community. That's why Augusta Health offers a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your well-being, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're launching your career or bringing in years of experience, we provide the tools, resources, and encouragement to help empower you to reach your full potential - personally, professionally, and financially.

Explore our Benefits, current Hiring Incentives, and our Taking Care of Us initiative - which embraces Belonging , Respect , Inclusion , Diversity , Growth , and Equity ( B.R.I.D.G.E. ) - to see how we invest in our team members and culture.

Total Rewards & Benefits (may vary by position)

• Comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plans and financial wellness support programs
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance
• Career development programs including clinical ladders, shared governance, and advancement opportunities
• Personalized onboarding with dedicated preceptors and ongoing educational support
• Tuition reimbursement and access to onsite childcare
• Free onsite parking, 24/7-armed security for your safety, a Health Fitness Reimbursement Program, and an onsite credit union and pharmacy
• Competitive pay with shift/weekend differentials
• Employee discounts at the cafeteria, gift shop, pharmacy, and local entertainment venues (i.e., movie tickets)

Full details are available on our Benefits Page.

Job Summary

The Plumber II performs preventive and corrective maintenance on plumbing systems at the Main Hospital and Satellite Buildings. Installs, repairs, assembles and maintains water, sewage, drainage, air, gas appliance, pumps and vacuum systems and related equipment and facilities in accordance with pertinent state and local building codes. Participates in the hospital preventive maintenance (PM) program.

This position plays a critical role in supporting Augusta Health's mission and advancing departmental goals through measurable performance indicators and service excellence. This position contributes to a collaborative, patient-centered environment and helps drive outcomes aligned with organizational priorities.

Essential Job Duties

• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs a wide variety of plumbing systems and fixtures.
  • Typical tasks include:
    • Cuts, bends, solders, and installs piping systems as required to complete plumbing system repairs.
    • Installs, connects and test plumbing fixtures such as: sinks, toilets, urinals, hot water heaters and drinking fountains.
    • Replaces pumps and pump couplings.
    • Troubleshoots and repairs a wide variety of pumps including but not limited to: sump pumps and float switches, swimming pool pumps, hot water circulating pumps and chilled water pumps.
    • Performs routine preventive maintenance on hot water heaters, pressure relief valves, pump motors, kitchen grease traps and dishwashing machines.
    • Orders repair parts and supplies.
• Diagnoses causes of problems and/or failures in plumbing systems for the purpose of identifying repair and/or replacement needs.
• Maintains freshwater system and wastewater system valves, pressure regulators, pressure gages and pumps.
• Repairs pipe leaks and cleans traps and strainers.
• Diagnosing trouble with or taking corrective action to correct clogged sanitary drain lines.
• Performs minor building plumbing system upgrades.
• Installs new equipment such as ice maker filters, strainers, water softeners, water coolers and unit heaters.
• Participates in the hospital preventive maintenance (PM) program.
• Updates the status of assigned work orders on the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Maintains pertinent records to document work completed.
• Operates and maintains drain cleaning machines.
• Proficient in the use of a pro-press/ solderless pipe coupling machine.
• Trains new Plumbers assigned to the maintenance team.
• Performs repairs on medical gas system piping and fittings.
• Assists the Maintenance Supervisor in Planning Plumbing System outage work to perform system repairs. This work shall include but not be limited to: Ordering repair parts and scheduling contractors to perform repair and modification work.
• Assists the Maintenance Supervisor in coordinating the work efforts of various contractor tasks including but not limited to: annual back-flow preventer testing, fire sprinkler system testing, and insurance company inspections of heat exchangers and pressure vessels.
• Tests backflow preventer valves.
• As a member of the Hospital maintenance team he performs a wide variety of routine building maintenance tasks including: door hardware repairs, replacing light bulbs, clearing clogged sinks and toilets, laundry department equipment repairs, repairing furniture and moving furniture.
• As part of the Hospital maintenance team, provides after hours call-in support on a rotating schedule basis and comes to work in a timely manner in response to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Assists other maintenance trades with troubleshooting and repairing various mechanical and electrical systems.
• May be required to use hospital vehicles for various reasons (going to supply houses, travel between buildings on the Augusta Health Campus and throughout the county etc.).
• During the winter months, assists with shoveling snow on sidewalks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Licensure/Certification: Must hold a current Plumber License as issued by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) at the journeyman Level.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of five (5) years Hospital campus or commercial/industrial plumbing work experience.
  • Minimum of two (2) years Healthcare experience with demonstrated advanced troubleshooting and plumbing repair experience.
• Driver's License: Yes
  • To drive an Augusta Health Vehicle, must also be 21 years old and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must be approved by Risk Management.
• Eligibility to work in the United States and meet Virginia state employment requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Formal Plumbing Systems Training from a Vocational School or Military Technical School.
• Licensure/Certification: None
• Experience: Acute Healthcare experience as a Plumber
• Prior experience in a hospital, healthcare system, or related service-oriented environment
• Familiarity with Augusta Health's systems, workflows, or organizational culture is a plus

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read blueprints and other technical documentation.
• Must demonstrate Advanced troubleshooting skills on a wide variety of facility plumbing systems including county water supply systems and the wastewater collection and disposal systems.
• Basic computer keyboard skills necessary for sending and receiving e-mails and entering work status updates for assigned work orders.
• Must be able to thread carbon steel pipe.
• Must be able to solder copper tubing.
• Must be knowledgeable of building code requirements as they pertain to plumbing systems.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Demonstrated skills with repairing sanitary drain systems, water softeners, steam traps, pumps and motors, reheat system and boilers.
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Works independently and as a member of a work team. This job is part of a formal work team within the Facilities Maintenance Department.
• The Plumber is a team member but is not responsible or accountable for the team's activities.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations. Cleans work area and shop areas. Tools, equipment, chemicals and supplies are not to be left unattended in patient care areas or other areas where they may injure patients, visitors or employees.
• Work is done in a timely and orderly manner with few complaints or call backs.
• Patient concerns (patient hospital experience) must be a top priority.
• Problem Solving / Thinking Skills: Must demonstrate good troubleshooting skills.

About Augusta Health

Augusta Health is an independent, nonprofit, mission-driven health system located in Fishersville, Virginia, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. We offer a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services, including Augusta Medical Center-a 255-bed facility-and Augusta Medical Group, which operates 40 practice locations and four urgent care centers. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care makes Augusta Health a leading employer and healthcare provider in the region.

Discover more about our history, values, and community impact on our About Us Page.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in accordance with federal and Virginia state employment laws.

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