Licensed Plumber

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston seeks a qualified Plumber to operate, maintain, and repair acid waste systems, water treatment systems, and medical gas plumbing across the facility. You will read blueprints, perform preventive maintenance, and coordinate with vendors to ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include maintaining logs, responding to service requests, and participating in on-call rotations while upholding safety standards and collaborating with hospital staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade/tech diploma preferred.
• Formal plumbing training beyond high school level required.
• Master Plumber State License required.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair acid waste and water treatment systems and medical gas plumbing.
• Read blueprints, piping diagrams, and technical drawings to locate piping and tie-ins.
• Perform preventive maintenance, testing, and repairs across hospital facilities.
• Maintain logs, records and daily pH readings; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors; respond to service requests and on-call rotations.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma

Master Plumber State License

Job description

Plumber - Facilities & Engineering

Join a team that keeps critical hospital infrastructure operating safely and efficiently. Reporting to the Plumbing Supervisor, you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of acid waste systems, closed-loop water treatment systems, and a wide range of plumbing infrastructure, including water, fire protection, sewerage, and medical gas systems. This role also partners with vendors and supports regulatory compliance across the facility.

Patient Care Required: No

Schedule Requirements: May be required to work weekends or rotating shifts. May be required to participate in an on‑call rotation and carry a pager.

What You’ll Do

• Operate, maintain, and repair acid waste systems, closed-loop chemical treatment systems, and associated equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs throughout the facility.
• Maintain water, sanitary, sewerage, and medical gas systems and related auxiliary equipment.
• Collect samples, perform testing, and report violations in accordance with MWRA compliance requirements.
• Respond to MWRA violations and follow established sampling protocols and guidelines.
• Serve as an approved MWRA sampler.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, daily worksheets, preventive maintenance reports, and daily pH readings.
• Read and interpret blueprints and piping diagrams to identify piping locations, system labeling, and proper system tie‑ins.
• Conduct inspections and surveys of plumbing and utility systems.
• Prepare material lists, order supplies, and maintain stock and spare‑parts inventory.
• Participate in departmental planning activities and assist in developing solutions to plumbing and system‑related challenges.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Respond to service requests from all areas of the hospital.
• Coordinate emergency response efforts for plumbing‑related issues when needed.
• Communicate effectively with staff and management regarding process water and plumbing systems.
• Coordinate and maintain productive relationships with vendors and contractors.
• Maintain required testing records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable plumbing codes and standards.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent or Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma required.

Experience in lieu of a degree: No

Required License

• Master Plumber State License required

Required Experience

• Formal technical plumbing training beyond the high school level.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, supplies, equipment, and industry best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, piping diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to evaluate systems and implement effective solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain plumbing issues to staff and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently while following established policies and procedures.
• Sound judgment to recognize when issues require supervisory guidance or escalation.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills typically acquired through completion of high school.
• Physical ability to lift more than 30 pounds (less than 15% of the time) and safely work on ladders.
• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Constantly (67-100%)
• Walking Constantly (67-100%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
• Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.