Hospital Plumbing Technician: Systems & Safety

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summary

responsible routine and complex inspection, maintenance, repair, alteration and installation of plumbing systems, equipment and fixtures.

responsibilities

performs routine inspections to ensure distribution systems are maintained. Diagnosing and correcting malfunctions as necessary to avoid hazards and defects.able to read schematic diagrams and blueprints to perform high level maintenance and plumbing installations.actively mentors peers on the basics of plumbing work focusing on safety and compliance requirements.oversees contractors performing service work in terms of quality to the memorial healthcare system standards, compliance and workmanship.support

construction and project initiatives through scope development sketches, field assessment and document review to ensure compliance and specific facility building standards are met.repairs, installs, and/or replaces piping equipment to supply, sanitary and various water distribution systems.

competencies

accountability, customer service, facilities and building systems, maintenance, repairs and projects, patient and family centered care, responding to change, standards of behavior

education and certification requirements

high school diploma or equivalent (required) plumber certification (plumber cert) - professional association (professional assoc)

additional job information

complexity of work: this role requires extensive knowledge of code requirements, power tools, and appropriate building materials. Required work experience: four (4) years of plumbing experience. Other information: additional credential info: an approved certificate or diploma from an accredited trade school or a maintenance of medical gas system certification.

working conditions and physical requirements

• bending and stooping = 60%
• climbing = 40%
• lifting or carrying 0 - 25 lbs non-patient = 20%
• lifting or carrying > 75 lbs non-patient = 20%
• lifting or carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs non-patient = 20%
• pushing or pulling 0 - 25 lbs non-patient = 60%
• pushing or pulling > 75 lbs non-patient = 20%
• reaching = 80%
• repetitive movement foot/leg = 60%
• repetitive movement hand/arm = 80%
• sitting = 20%
• squatting = 40%
• standing = 60%
• walking = 60%
• audible speech = 80%
• hearing acuity = 60%
• depth perception = 80%
• smelling acuity = 80%
• distinguish color = 80%
• seeing - far = 80%
• seeing - near = 80%
• bio hazardous waste = 20%
• biological hazards - respiratory = 20%
• biological hazards - skin or ingestion = 20%
• blood and/or bodily fluids = 20%
• asbestos = 20%
• cytotoxic chemicals = 20%
• dust = 40%
• gas/vapors/fumes = 40%
• hazardous chemicals = 40%
• hazardous medication = 20%
• latex = 20%
• computer monitor = 20%
• domestic animals = 20%
• extreme heat/cold = 60%
• fire risk = 80%
• hazardous noise = 40%
• hypoxia = 20%
• heating devices = 40%
• magnetic fields = 20%
• laser/high intensity lights = 20%
• moving mechanical parts = 60%
• needles/sharp objects = 40%
• potential electric shock = 80%
• potential for physical assault = 20%
• radiation = 20%
• unprotected heights = 40%
• wet or slippery surfaces = 40%

shift

days

disclaimer: this job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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