Licensed Plumber / Steamfitter / 40 Hours / Day / BWH Engineering

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks a qualified Plumber responsible for the maintenance and operation of various plumbing systems at the Brigham and Women's Hospital. The role requires a Master Plumber license and formal technical training, engaging in tasks such as preventive maintenance, compliance testing, and emergency response. Join a team dedicated to exceptional patient care and community service, providing a safe and clean working environment.

Qualifications

• Master Plumber state license is required.
• Formal technical plumbing training beyond high school is necessary.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and piping diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, testing, and repairs on acid waste and closed loop chemical systems.
• Maintain accurate logs and respond to emergency plumbing situations.
• Coordinate with vendors and ensure compliance with plumbing codes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge of plumbing supplies

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Plumbing Supervisor, responsible for operation and maintenance of all Acid Waste systems, closed water loop treatment, and coordination of associated vendors. Also responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and testing piping systems, including but not limited to water, fire protection, sewerage, and medical gases.

May require working weekends or rotating shifts and carrying the on-call pager.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Responsible for water, sanitary, sewerage, and medical systems and their auxiliary equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, testing, and repairs on acid waste and closed loop chemical systems.
• Sample, test, and report violations per MWRA compliance; must be an approved sampler by MWRA.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, daily work sheets, including pH readings.
• Respond to violations and sampling protocols established through MWRA guidelines.
• Read and interpret blueprints and piping diagrams.
• Conduct system surveys and prepare material lists, order, and maintain inventory.
• Participate in planning activities and develop solutions to specific problems.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and proper PPE.
• Respond to calls from hospital areas as assigned.
• Coordinate with vendors and maintain testing records.
• Respond to emergency plumbing situations and ensure compliance with plumbing codes.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma preferred.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials: Master Plumber [State License] - required

Experience: Formal technical plumbing training beyond high school required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and physical abilities; knowledge of plumbing supplies, blueprints, and independent work capability.

Additional Job Details

Physical Requirements: Standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, vision, talking, hearing, and foot use with specified frequencies and weights.

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 50 Staniford Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer statement and accommodations information.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework: Overview of leadership behaviors and performance evaluation criteria.