Master Plumber

GENERAL

SUMMARY:

The Master Plumber is responsible for all plumbing systems within the facility to include the installation, repair and preventative maintenance of service piping and associated equipment. Performs master-level work installing, repairing, maintaining and fabricating materials for plumbing systems throughout the facility. Comprehends and translates construction blueprints and change orders; adheres to department, local, and national codes; estimates materials needed for projects;

acts as lead worker on all plumbing assignments and projects within the facility; inventories, recommends and stocks parts needed to perform duties; operates applicable hospital equipment.

• 1.
  * Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• 2.
  * Obtains all plumbing permits for facility per City of Lincoln requirements; maintains professional relationship with plumbing contractors and inspectors.
• 3.
  * Maintains construction specification manuals and coordinates all phases of plumbing construction with general contractors, subcontractors and in-house personnel; provides recommendations and information regarding current facility plumbing systems, departmental needs related to service provision/safety expectations, and internal/external relationships with other facility and user systems.
• 4.
  * Regularly inspects connections and maintains natural gas, medical gases, water, air, waste disposal and heating and cooling systems throughout the facility to ensure proper operation.
• 5.
  * Installs, constructs, repairs and maintains building systems and equipment in accordance with departmental, local, state and federal codes/guidelines.
• 6.
  * Performs various construction tasks to meet departmental standards for new, remodeled or repaired plumbing systems; installs, replaces and re-routes piping for back flow systems, medical gases, water, waste and heating and cooling systems; installs back flow devices and tamper valves for fire water systems.
• 7.
  * Conducts biannual fire pump tests; maintains logs, records and reports as required by regulatory agencies for routine work and preventative maintenance.
• 8. Detects malfunctioning equipment before damage occurs; utilizes information within manufacturer's manuals, troubleshooting techniques and preventative maintenance schedules to repair and maintain equipment and building systems; cares for tools and equipment.
• 9.
  * Responds to all maintenance service requests for plumbing or related repair; installs and repairs pipes, fittings and fixtures; estimates the cost of installation or repair work.
• 10. Collaborates with facility/departmental personnel, contractors, subcontractors and regulatory representatives to ensure existing and proposed plumbing equipment/systems meet user, building specifications and regulatory requirements.
• 11. Requisition s pipes and fittings; maintains inventory of appropriate tool and supply items.
• 12.
  * Installs, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces auxiliary equipment including steam traps, humidifiers, pressure‑reducing valves, condensate pumps, medical air compressors/vacuum pumps and alarms systems.
• 13.
  * Utilizes various maintenance techniques to weld, fabricate and repair equipment such as soldering and brazing.
• 14. Maintains computerized controlled systems, ie: pneumatic tube system, fire alarm system and nurse call system.
• 15. Acts as lead plumber on all skilled assignments; provides direction, support and mentoring to other maintenance personnel regarding plumbing systems and related equipment.
• 16. Writes and updates preventative maintenance operating procedures and schedules for appropriate equipment and systems.
• 17. Follows facility and professional work procedures to ensure personal, coworker and patient/visitor safety.
• 18. Attends classes to expand and maintain proficiency on assigned equipment and systems; advances work knowledge by participating in continuing education, reading periodicals/reference books and seeking ongoing developmental opportunities.
• 19. Enters restricted access areas, without supervision, to perform assigned work.
• 20. Responds to snow emergencies when needed.
• 21. Performs other related duties as assigned.

• 1. Knowledge of the plumbing code, ordinances and other regulatory requirements.
• 2. Knowledge in the methods and practices of maintenance and repair of utility systems.
• 3. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software application relevant to work functions.
• 4. Knowledge of AC/DC (stick) welding, brazing and soldering applications and techniques.
• 5. Knowledge of plumbing and mechanical safety precautions and intervention techniques.
• 6. Skill in the operation and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and measuring devices.
• 7. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.
• 8. Ability to direct and support coworkers in order to meet customer needs and service construction timelines.
• 9. Ability to communicate effectively both…