Plumber Licensed

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
United States, Virginia, Culpeper
Nov 20, 2024
Plumber Licensed Job Code: EN6105 Full Time Days 7a-3:30pm ABOUT US We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know - and making connections with - our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience. As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people's lives every day. JOB TYPE Classification: Nonexempt Supervises Positions: No JOB SUMMARY As a Licensed Plumber, you will be responsible for advanced level work, as assigned by Plant Engineering Services leadership, necessary to maintain the service life of company assets such as physical structures, HVAC, mechanical, utilities, and grounds in an operative and safe working condition. Customer Service: Collaborates with service personnel, inspectors, and vendors in facility maintenance. Assists outside service personnel, inspectors, and vendors. Relays information to all team members as needed. Collaborates with supervisor/manager and ESIC to identify building/equipment/grounds issues. Safety: Ensures company assets are in a safe working condition. Wears appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), essential to the job. Responds and assists in Code Red/evacuation activities/alarms. Compliance: Maintains knowledge and compliance with regulatory agencies. Supports organizational and departmental policies and procedures as required for compliance. Provides support during facility compliance audits. Inter-departmental Collaboration: Interacts with individuals from different departments and levels of authority. Provides leadership, support, guidance, and experience to other technicians for facility maintenance. Assists with events and programs outside of typical engineering responsibilities. Participates in department meetings as well as other special meetings to provide information on facility issues/condition. Engineering and Maintenance Expertise: Maintains the service life of company assets such as physical structures, HVAC, mechanical, utilities, and grounds. Understands the operation and repair of all types of mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC equipment. Understands universal hazardous materials waste as it relates to maintenance activities. Reads and understands building system drawings. Uses a variety of hand and power tools in facility maintenance. The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School Diploma required. 1 year of vocational school required. Experience: 5 plus years of experience in commercial plumbing installation and maintenance. Experience with RO systems and rehab pools required. Healthcare experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details. Licensure: A city/county journeyman's card and/or a plumber's license from state of employment required. Valid Driver's License in state of employment required. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Applied knowledge in the application and practice of life safety, plumbing and building codes. Extensive knowledge in the repair of plumbing systems and equipment. Ability to analytically troubleshoot plumbing and mechanical equipment issues using a variety of testing equipment. Thorough knowledge in repairs and installation of medical air, oxygen, vacuum, nitrogen, compressed air and nitrous oxide systems and equipment. Experienced in the installation and repair of various kitchen equipment. Ability to evaluate plumbing systems for performance and efficiency improvement. Thorough knowledge in understanding and utilizing technical service manuals, electrical schematics, and blueprints. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Knowledge in electrical and electronic systems. Thorough knowledge in the use of personal computers and PC programs. Ability to hear and understand verbal communication changes in machine/equipment noises. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Demand Code: 15A, Maintenance Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand The job requires standing and walking constantly and frequently bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper. OTHER May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes On call responsibilities as directed: Yes Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.