General Service Technician Licensed Plumber (Mon-Fri 6:30AM - 3:00PM)

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center seeks a General Service Technician - Licensed Plumber for its Plant Operations team in Boston. Under general supervision, you will paint and maintain interior and exterior surfaces and perform plumbing system repairs and maintenance.

The role requires a Massachusetts Plumbing License, 3–5 years of specialty experience, and a 6:30AM–3:00PM, Monday–Friday schedule. You will document work in CMMS and follow safety procedures to support hospital operations.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Plumbing License required with 3–5 years of specialty experience.
• High school diploma or GED plus related apprenticeship program.
• Experience in painting within residential, commercial, or hospital settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain hospital plumbing systems including medical gas, sewage, water, heating, steam, and distribution systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections; enter data in CMMS and keep records.
• Install, maintain and repair Oxygen, Vacuum, and compressed air piping and associated equipment.
• Respond to routine and emergency repair calls; train junior staff when needed.
• Ensure work zones are safe and compliant with hospital guidelines.

Skills

Painting methods

Mix paints & finishes

Basic computer proficiency

Read blueprints/plans

Team player

Physical stamina

Hazardous materials handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Union/military/private or trade apprenticeship

Tools

Massachusetts Plumbing License

Forklift certification

OSHA training

Lock out tag out / confined space

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision, performs journey level work by painting, finishing, and maintaining a wide variety of interior and exterior surfaces and structures. Prepares surfaces for painting and finishing; applies undercoats and finish coats using the full range of application methods and materials; mixes and matches paints and finishes; performs soda and water blasting; maintains a clean environment and participates in the selection and proper storage of painting materials.

Position: General Service Technician - Licensed Plumber

Department: Plant Operations

Schedule: Full Time, Mon-Fri 6:30AM-3PM

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES

• Primary Duties and Responsibilities Performs all repairs and maintenance of all plumbing systems and components for efficient and cost-effective BMC operations including but not limited to medical gas distribution systems, sewage ejectors, sump pumps, lab waste, domestic water distribution systems, heating distribution systems, steam distribution systems, RODI distribution systems, fire protection distribution systems, and others.


• Plans and performs preventative maintenance schedules as assigned.


• Makes rounds as assigned and inspects equipment and records.


• Enters data into appropriate database.


• Troubleshoots all designated equipment and reports any problems.


• Perform a variety of duties to install, maintain and repair systems fixtures and equipment.


• Installs, maintains and repairs the Oxygen and Vacuum Systems.


• Installs Oxygen, Vacuum and compressed air piping and equipment as necessary.


• Installs, maintains, and repairs such equipment as high and low pressure steam lines, radiators, cooking equipment, sterilizers, dryers, washers and steam tables.


• Installs, maintains and repairs hospital water, medical gases, sanitary waste and other such systems as assigned.


• Performs daily record keeping requirement, including entering and updating work performed in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).


• Maintains appropriate service and repair records.


• Applies materials to new construction, existing, multi-story buildings, alterations, and re-models.


• Ensures areas of work are cordoned off for public protection.


• Sets up scaffolding, rigging and ladders as necessary in a manner consistent with safety codes.


• Estimates time and materials required; keeps computerized records and submits reports of work performed.


• Performs removal, installation, and maintenance of plumbing related systems etc.


• Perform cycle counts and inventories equipment parts and supplies.


• Prepares stock orders for purchasing and notifies Lead or Supervisor when other supplies are below par.


• Maintains a clean and dust-free work environment.


• Ensures work areas are clean and free of debris upon completion of all tasks.


• Other duties: Responds to routine and emergency calls for repairs and service.


• May train and monitor the work of other junior staff or temporary help in the area.


• Assists and serves as back up to other Facilities employees within their abilities and skill set.


• Adapts to changes in the departmental needs including but not limited to: adjusting assignments, being flexible to work different hours when needed, etc.


• Utilizes hospital’s behavioral standards as the basis for decision making and to support the department and the hospital’s mission and goals.


• Conforms to hospital standards of performance and conduct, including those pertaining to patient rights, so that the best possible customer service may be provided.


• Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.

EDUCATION

Graduation from high school (or GED), supplemented by completion of a Union, private (in-house), military, or trade school apprenticeship program that includes related theory and on-the-job work.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

• Massachusetts Plumbing License required, and three to five years of specialty experience.


• Other licenses would be a plus, Forklift operation certification, lock out tag out, confined space, MSDS, asbestos and lead identification, ladder safety, emergency evacuation, in-house OSHA and respirator training, infection control.

EXPERIENCE

At least three years as a journey-level painter in either a residential, commercial, industrial, or facilities operations setting, with experience in both interior and exterior painting

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledgeable in various painting methods and practices; ability to properly mix and match paints and varnishes, apply finishes to a wide variety of surfaces; estimate wait times and materials required on widely varied assignments.


• Basic computer proficiency to keep computerized records and prepare reports.


• Ability to follow and give oral and written instructions in English and ability to read, comprehend, and work from plans and blueprints.


• Highly organized and ability to maintain proper productivity and workflow for multiple projects.


• Must be a team player and able to maintain cooperative working relationships.


• Demonstrated sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population.


• Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting equipment (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking.


• Must be able to safely use manual tools and power equipment common in the trade.


• Must be able to safely handle hazardous materials.

Compensation Range

$36.21- $57.38

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements.

In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits:

• medical


• dental


• vision


• pharmacy


• contract increases


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• 403(b) savings matches


• earned time cash out


• paid time off


• career advancement opportunities


• resources to support employee and family wellbeing

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer.

We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital.

BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.