Plumber

Introduction

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This is where world‑class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Performs skilled work of the journeyman level involving the installation, maintenance and service of plumbing systems. Work involves installing, maintaining, repairing and servicing gas, water, air and sewer lines. Also involves maintaining existing steam systems. This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Inspects structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure resulting from installation of pipe.
• Locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors.
• Cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
• Cuts and threads pipe.
• Bends pipe to required angle by use of pipe‑bending machine or by placing pipe over block and bending it by hand.
• Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners.
• Repairs and maintains plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes, and opening clogged drains.
• Welds holding fixtures to steel structural members.
• Maintains an inventory of parts and supplies to maximize the operational readiness of building systems and equipment with due respect to the limitations of cost, regulations and relative priorities.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

Licensed Journeyman Plumber with the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or other state or four years of job‑related experience, and training.

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full‑time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother‑Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state‑of‑the‑art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

• Job Type: Full Time
• Pay Basis: Hourly
• Pay Grade: Minimum 17.19 – Maximum 25.00
• Schedule: M–F 8:00 am–5:00 pm with rotating on‑call 7:00 am–4:00 pm
• Travel Required: None
• Shift: Day

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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