Hospital Plumbing & Facilities Technician

Nexus Health Systems; Shenandoah (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Children’s Hospitals – Houston Market is seeking a Plumber / Maintenance Technician to support Plant Operations across our Houston facilities. The role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining plumbing systems and related equipment, with broader facility maintenance support as needed.

The ideal candidate has hands-on plumbing experience and the flexibility to assist with general maintenance within a busy hospital environment, ensuring safe, reliable systems for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a plumbing trade or technical program preferred.
• Strong knowledge of commercial plumbing systems and maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary resource for plumbing maintenance and repairs across hospital facilities.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing issues involving water supply, drains, fixtures, valves, and pumps.
• Install and replace plumbing fixtures, piping, and related components as needed.
• Inspect systems for leaks and deterioration; perform preventive maintenance.
• Respond to plumbing emergencies promptly to minimize disruption to patient care.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment specifications.
• Maintain inventories of plumbing parts and tools; document maintenance activities.

Skills

Commercial plumbing knowledge

Troubleshooting

Blueprints & schematics reading

Diagnosing plumbing issues

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Plumbing trade/technical program (preferred)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Nexus Children’s Hospitals – Houston Market is seeking a Plumber / Maintenance Technician to support Plant Operations across our Houston facilities. The role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining plumbing systems and related equipment, with broader facility maintenance support as needed.

The ideal candidate has hands-on plumbing experience and the flexibility to assist with general maintenance within a busy hospital environment, ensuring safe, reliable systems for