Licensed Plumber

2600 White Plains Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 79,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is seeking an experienced Plumber to perform installation, maintenance, inspection and repair of plumbing and HVAC systems across hospital facilities. You will read blueprints, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and work with minimal supervision.

The role requires a Westchester County plumbing license and at least nine years of professional experience, with the ability to communicate effectively in English and operate safely in a hospital

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Must have high degree of mechanical expertise.
• Plumbing License in Westchester County.
• Minimum of nine (9) years’ experience as a plumber.
• Valid, clean driver’s license.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, inspects, tests, and repairs DWV, potable water, medical gas, medical vacuum, HVAC systems.
• Works from blueprints and drawings to install and maintain systems.
• Calculates materials and flow rates; tests lines for leaks under pressure.
• Maintains preventative maintenance schedules and assists in snow removal.

Skills

Mechanical expertise

English communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Plumbing License (Westchester County)

Driver's license

Job description

City / State

White Plains, New York

Department

Plant Maintenance

Bargaining Unit

WPH - Local 30

Work Shift

Day

Work Days

MON-FRI

Scheduled Hours

8 AM-4 PM

Hours Per Pay Period

75

Pay Rate / Range

$66.87 - $66.87

For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Job Summary

Completes installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, and repair of pipe and equipment used in DWV, potable water, medical gas, medical vacuum, fire suppression (standpipe, sprinkler, and fire pumps), storm water, and HVAC systems of all buildings. Receives general supervision to carry out duties and responsibilities. Works independently with minimal supervision.

Essential Functions

Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors. Installs, maintains, inspects, tests, and repairs DWV, potable water, medical gas, medical vacuum, fire suppression (standpipe, sprinkler, and fire pumps), storm water, and HVAC systems. Works from blueprints, specifications and drawings to install and maintain DWV, potable water systems, connections, steam systems, radiators, fixtures, HVAC units, and other systems as described above. Installs, maintains, inspects, tests, and repairs systems according to the requirements of the City of White Plains, State of New York, County of Westchester, NYS and County Health Departments, NFPA, The Joint Commission, and all other authorities having jurisdiction. Calculates required materials and equipment needed for jobs and specific flow rates. Locates points where pipes pass through wall structures and determines that there are no impassable structures or holes that might cause structural weaknesses. Cuts, threads and assembles pipe and tubing. Secures tube or pipe to wall, ceiling or floor with wires, brackets and patented fittings. Sets and secures radiators and other heating and ventilating units, and connects valves, traps, thermostats to pipe system. Fits pipe assembly into position by matching flanges with adjacent assemblies, blocking and bracing assembly, bolting flanges together and performing necessary welding. Tests lines for leaks by filling them with gases or water under pressure and observing pressure gauge for fall in pressure. Maintains preventative maintenance schedules. Attends meetings as required. Assists in snow removal as needed. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Must have high degree of mechanical expertise
• Plumbing License in Westchester County
• Minimum of nine (9) years’ experience as a plumber
• Valid, clean driver’s license
• High School Required or GED Required
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English
• Must maintain a calm disposition and work well under stress
• Able to work well both alone and with others
• Needs little supervision and is a self-starter
• Demonstrates ability to establish two-way communication by clearly defining expectations, communicating and utilizing a variety of methods, actively listens to ideas and responds in an appropriate manner
• May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks (hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) database and may be accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access))
• Must be physically capable of performing necessary job duties and be able to visually and audibly determine any discrepancies in equipment
• Must have physical dexterity, coordination and stamina to perform the inspections, which involves ascend/descend ladders, using and operating the tools and machinery to perform job duties
• Must be able to transport heavy objects up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods
• Must be able to constantly position self in order to perform job duties over an extended period of time
• Must be able to perform snow/ice removal and work in all outdoor weather conditions
• Must be able to perform job duties when exposed to high level of noise
• Able to work from sketches and blueprints
• Able to respond to written and verbal instructions
• Able to concentrate for extended periods of time
• Able to work well with department staff and other hospital staff
• Able to maintain a calm disposition and work well under stress
• Able to communicate effectively with all hospital departments and personnel
• Have visual perception needed to comprehend color-coded wiring systems
• Able to communicate via telephone, fax machine, computer, internet, etc

Company Overview

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. White Plains Hospital Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

White Plains Hospital is a proud member of the Montefiore Health System, serving as its tertiary hub of advanced care in the Hudson Valley. The Hospital is a 292-bed not-for-profit health care organization with the primary mission of providing exceptional acute and preventive medical care to all people who live in, work in or visit Westchester County and its surrounding areas.

White Plains Hospital has outpatient medical facilities across Westchester, including multispecialty practices in Armonk, Hawthorne, Larchmont, New Rochelle, Rye Brook, Scarsdale, Somers, Yonkers and Yorktown Heights; and Scarsdale Medical Group locations in Harrison and Scarsdale. The Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission, and in 2025 received another 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) — the highest distinction offered by the federal agency — for the fourth consecutive year.

In addition, the Hospital received its third Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a distinction held by only two percent of hospitals in the country.

White Plains Hospital has consistently received the Outstanding Patient Experience Award from Healthgrades, and in 2025 was awarded an A Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group for the 14th consecutive time.