Facilities Mechanical Plumbing Technician Senior

Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexner Medical Center is seeking a skilled plumbing technician to supervise and perform maintenance on complex plumbing systems, including compressed gas and specialty water systems. You will inspect, install, fabricate, modify, and repair piping and fixtures, while prioritizing safety and documentation.

The role requires at least three years of plumbing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and EPA Universal certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associates/technical degree preferred.
• Three years of plumbing trades experience or equivalent.
• EPA Section 608 Technician Certification- Universal.
• OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card required during probation.
• Valid driver’s license and plumbing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain threaded, flanged, groove locked, soldered and pressed plumbing systems.
• Inspect, test, install, fabricate, modify, repair and troubleshoot plumbing equipment.
• Respond to emergencies; follow safety practices; document work and communicate with the team.

Skills

Plumbing tools

Customer service

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates/technical degree

Job description

Under the supervision of a supervisor, performs tasks that ensure the uninterrupted operations of threaded, flanged, groove locked, soldered, and pressed plumbing systems and equipment. Inspects, tests, installs, fabricates, modifies, rigs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs plumbing systems and equipment. Threaded, flanged, groove locked, soldered, and pressed Plumbing systems and equipment include, but are not limited to compressed gas systems, backflow preventers, sump pumps, drain, waste and vent systems, specialty water systems (e.g., chlorine dioxide, de-ionized water, reverse osmosis), domestic water systems and plumbing fixtures, heating hot water systems, and chilled water systems. Responds to emergency situations and evaluates and corrects defects.

Assists other trades as needed; adheres to all safety practices and procedures; cleans and maintains work areas and equipment; attends meetings; properly completes documentation; provides a high level of customer service; communicates to customers, coworkers and supervision via written, electronic and verbal methods and devices; operates department vehicles; performs other duties as assigned. Actively supports our commitment to the university value of acting with integrity and personal accountability to establish a culture of professionalism in the workplace.

Minimum Classification Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience
• three years’ experience in the plumbing, trade and related equipment or equivalent combination of education and experience
• obtain the following during probationary period: valid OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card
• EPA Section 608 Technician Certification- Universal
• Efficient skills and knowledge in using plumbing tools and equipment
• A basic understanding of plumbing code compliance
• Knowledge of plumbing fixtures (i.e. faucets, toilets, hot water tanks, etc.) as well as piping components (i.e. types of valves, fittings, types of piping)
• A valid driver’s license
• Successful completion of probationary period

Desired Qualifications:

• Associates/technical degree or certificate in skilled trades/maintenance related field
• valid OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to push and pull 70 lbs. and distinguish colors
• Climb and stand on ladders for extended periods of time

Unusual Work Conditions:

• May work in hot, cold, dusty, or dirty environments for an extended period of time
• May work in cramped spaces

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.