PLUMBER-HOSPITAL MAINTENANCE

The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.

Are you ready to join a growing team? As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and functional environment, Hospital Maintenance is seeking a skilled and experienced plumber to join our growing team.

As a Hospital Maintenance Plumber in UAB Facilities, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the proper functioning of plumbing systems throughout our healthcare facility. Your responsibilities will include installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems within the hospital to align with the distinct requirements and standards of a healthcare setting, all while demonstrating a dedication to providing excellent customer service.

Essential Job Functions to Include\:

· Water Systems\: Maintains and performs repairs, modifications, replacements, and installations of domestic hot and cold water systems, including pumps, piping, valves, dietary equipment, restroom fixtures, filters, and water treatment equipment.

· HVAC Systems\: Services HVAC hot and chilled water components, including coils, boilers, hot and chilled water piping, and valves.

· Waste Removal Systems\: Manages waste removal systems, including grease traps, piping, sewage processing equipment, sanitary drain lines, traps, sewage ejectors, and bedpan washers.

· Steam Systems\: Maintains and performs repairs, modifications, replacements, and installations of steam systems, including traps, piping, valves, heat exchangers, condensate return systems, flash tanks, boilers, and laundry equipment.

· Life Safety Systems\: Services life safety systems, and specialized medical and research equipment, including fire protection systems, medical gas lines, autoclaves, sterilizers, and vacuum systems.

· Maintenance Requests\: Responds to maintenance and services requests from building occupants, including emergencies, maintenance problems, installations, modifications, repairs, and adjustments.

· Compliance\: Ensures all work complies with plumbing codes and regulations.

· Record Keeping\: Utilizes an iPad to maintain accurate records of plumbing activities, including repairs, installations, and inspections in the maintenance software system.

· Collaboration\: Collaborates with customers to understand specific plumbing needs and provide appropriate solutions.

· Teamwork\: Works closely with other maintenance and management staff to address cross-functional issues.

· Emergency Response\: Responds promptly to plumbing emergencies and provides effective solutions to minimize downtime and ensure patient and staff safety.

· Health and Safety\: Ensures compliance with health and safety standards during all plumbing activities.

· Meetings and Training\: Attends safety meetings and other required meetings and training.

· Customer Service\: Provides exceptional customer service.

Rate of Pay\: $20.80 - $30.00 (Commensurate with experience & qualifications), plus incentive opportunities for Master Plumbers and Medical Gas Licenses upon hire.

Work Schedule\: Multiple shifts available. Incumbent must have flexibility due to on-call requirements. Position is designated as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to work during emergency situations, such as inclement weather, regardless of the University’s closure. Employees should be prepared to travel to work during inclement weather, emphasizing the importance of their role in critical situations. Qualifications