Plumber ($1,500 Sign on Bonus)

				Overview:

Plumber- Building Operations & Maintenance  ($1,500 Sign on Bonus)

 This position is responsible for installing, inspecting, repairing and maintaining all piping systems and allied equipment (except refrigerant piping), in the hospital complex and off-site facilities.  Must be able to work independently without assistance or direct supervision.  Working from blueprints with written and oral instructions.  Estimates material requirements and costs.  Tests joints and piping systems for leaks.  Orders job stock as needed.  May be required to work after normal working hours, weekends and holidays, work outdoors during inclement weather conditions, day or night. Responds to call out's when requested.

2nd shift position
Days: Tuesday - Saturday
Hours: 3pm - 11:30pm

Responsibilities:

* Performs plumbing and fitting alterations, and repairs on hot and cold water lines, sewer lines, steam process and heating systems, medical air, vacuum, and oxygen systems. Repairs leaks, replaces pipe as needed.
* Repairs and replaces all flush valves. Repairs and replaces all faucets and associated electronics.
* Performs preventative maintenance (PM's) in patient rooms routinely, checks and maintains faucets, water closets, traps, loose closet seats, etc.
* Maintains all master mixing valves on the domestic hot water system. Including point of use mixers for eye wash, safety showers, and faucets.
* Performs repairs and makes adjustments to pressure reducing valves on domestic pumps and water systems.
* Performs adjustments and repairs to all domestic water heating systems. Including circulation pumps and associated piping.  Maintains proper temperatures to sinks, dish machines and public areas.
* Performs all fire pump and sprinkler testing and repairs. Testing of tampers, flow switches and alarms.
* Maintains all specialty water systems, softeners, RO systems etc., testing and repairs.
* Performs general repair work in connection with the maintenance of hospital equipment.
* Performs preventative maintenance of equipment as scheduled, grease traps, acid pits, fire pump testing, etc.
* Prepare supply requisitions and material list and completes necessary work documentation (i.e. purchase orders and work orders). Signs out materials from the tool crib necessary to complete work orders.
* Records time and material expended on the job when requested.
* Complete work orders daily, enter time into computer and file completed work orders. (if applicable)
* Opens and cleans out stopped and clogged drains, clears piping for fixtures and traps by using drain machines, augers, and jet tools. Replaces old cast iron piping as needed.
* Maintains piping on sump and sanitary lift stations.
* Checks medical gas equipment. Performs all weekly and monthly tests.
* Willing to train and receive State of Ohio brazing license.
* Willing to train and receive State of Ohio backflow license.
* Assists other trades personnel (Plumber, Electrician, HVAC Tech, Electronic Tech and Mechanics) in completing work/tasks as assigned to include: 1)  replace light bulbs, ballasts, switches, receptacles; 2) reset or replace thermostats, cooling tower maintenance and water treatment; 3) change out inoperable televisions, remotes, nurse call patient stations.
* Performs operational testing and documentation to comply with JCAHO, NFPA, ODH, and any other monitoring organization to meet local, state and national regulatory requirements.
* Maintain all mechanical rooms: Keep area and equipment clean and painted, keeps shop area clean and neat providing a safe environment.
* Maintains valid State of Ohio driver's license. Can operate Hospital vehicles per insurance carrier's requirements.
* Operates Hospital vehicles or personal vehicle to travel to off-site clinics/properties to complete assigned tasks.
* Follows all departmental safety procedures. Maintains all personal safety equipment, and keeps in working conditions and available at all times.
* Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Education:

* High School graduate

Required Experience:

* Two (2) years related experience
* Knowledge of plumbing code
* Valid driver's license required

Preferred Experience:

* State of Ohio Brazing certification
* State of Ohio Backflow Preventor certification

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