Plumber

Job Title

Trinity Health Oakland Full Time Journeyman

Maintains, installs, and repairs plumbing equipment. Provides for the reliable and safe operation of the hospital plumbing distribution system.

Education: Minimum: A high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.). Preferred:
An Associate's degree (two-year program or two to three years of college) or equivalent formal training.

Credentials/Licensure: Minimum: A current Journeymen plumber's license. Preferred: A current Master plumber's license.

Related Experience: Minimum:
Four year plumbing experience. Preferred:
Five or more years experience, hospital experience preferred.

Other Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

:

• Working knowledge of and ability to use basic hand tools and the test equipment specific to the field.
• Ability to follow written instructions, perform tasks and document actions taken.
• Read and understand Blue Prints and Schematics.

Preferred:

• Experience with Pro-Press fittings and tools.

Computer Competency: Shows how to use (through a competency assessment) a standard desktop and windows based computer system, including a basic understanding of email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation. Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job.

Physical/Mental:

• Must be physically able to balance, bend, climb, crawl, crouch, kneel, reach, sitting, squat, stand, twist, and walk.
• Possess ability to mentally concentrate while being subject to interruptions and changing work priorities. Must be able to work while being exposed to infectious disease, dust and inclement weather, marked changes in temperature and/or humidity, radiation, fumes/vapors, sharp instruments/tools, hazardous liquids, and operating machinery.
• Must have near vision, far vision, depth perception, and be able to distinguish colors.
• Must have sensory ability to distinguish hot, cold, range of temperature, surfaces, fine motor skills, manual dexterity, and detect/distinguish odors.
• The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must frequently bend and turn at waist, reach overhead and lift, push/pull and or move up to 100 pounds. Ability to work in cramped/confined areas for extended periods.

Hospital environment, potential exposure to contagious disease. Exposure to wet, slippery, unsteady, irregular and narrow surfaces. Exposed to indoor and outdoor temperatures. Exposure to hazard from plumbing construction work, possible exposure to fumes, dust, hazardous materials, noise, and hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather.

• Flexibility – Demonstrates exceptional ability and willingness to take on new and additional responsibilities. Embraces new ideas and cultural differences while managing competing priorities.
• Accountability – Willingly accepts personal responsibility for decisions, actions, attitudes and behaviors which contribute to the overall effectiveness of the organization. Communicates effectively, follows through on assignments, uses resources efficiently, participates in learning opportunities and treats others with respect and dignity.
• Excellence – Serves as a role model and performs job responsibilities to the highest standards in every situation. Delivers "Something More" that ensures a more complete and personally satisfying experience for every customer.
• Focus – Understands and demonstrates behaviors consistent with the mission and values of the organization while contributing to the overall success of the strategic plan. All actions are rooted in providing excellent customer service.

• Assists in planning, installation, and maintenance of hospital water and drain systems
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment according to established procedures and guidelines and document results of activities performed to comply with all regulatory accreditation and licensing standards.
• Performs corrective maintenance including diagnosing problems using electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, or other sciences and document results of activities performed to comply…