Maintenance Trades Specialist III - Plumber

Advocate Health; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health's Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, IL is seeking a Maintenance Trades Specialist III - Plumber for a full-time 1st shift. You will perform preventive maintenance and repair of complex facility systems, including plumbing, electrical, and controls, ensuring reliability and safety.

The role requires 4+ years in industrial/trades maintenance, technical training, and a valid driver's license. Strong communication and BAS experience are essential, with on-call 24/7 coverage.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in industrial/trades maintenance or operations.
• Valid driver’s license and relevant trade certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Experience with building automation systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on complex facility systems.
• Diagnose and implement repairs for Utility and Infrastructure Systems.
• Install/maintain building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and controls systems.
• Operate and monitor advanced utility equipment and building automation systems to troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain vacuum, compressed air, and medical gas systems.
• Read blueprints and Life Safety drawings for task accuracy.

Skills

Advanced technical skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Building Automation Systems

Compliance knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Education

Technical training beyond high school

Trade/Tech School certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling!

Position: Maintenance Trades Specialist III - Plumber

Location: Christ Medical Center; Oak Lawn, IL.

Full Time; 1st shift

Major Responsibilities:

• Performs preventive maintenance and technical repairs on complex facility systems.
• Diagnoses and implements repairs for Utility and Infrastructure Systems.
• Installs/replace and maintains building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and controls systems.
• Operates and monitors advanced utility equipment (generators, plant chillers, steam boilers, fire protection systems, etc.) and utilizes building automation systems to troubleshoot issues.
• Maintains vacuum, compressed air, and medical gas systems
• Reads blueprints, Life Safety drawings and manuals for accurate task completion.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Valid Driver’s License. Trade/Tech School Trades Certificate or trades or industry recognized certification/license requiring Continuing Education Units or periodic renewal to maintain.

Education Required:

• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of technical training.

Experience Required:

• 4 or more Years of Experience in relatable industrial/trades maintenance or operations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Ability to work with minimal oversight with advanced technical skills in facility maintenance.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills required.
• Advanced computer skills/competency required in using and operating systems such as Microsoft Office Platform, Building Automation Systems, Pneumatic Tube Systems.
• Clear understanding of applicable compliance codes and guidelines.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Works required shifts and participates in on-call duty to provide 24/7 coverage.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead, lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest-level, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 50 lbs. of force.
• Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards and therefore knowledge of safety precautions.
• Position requires travel. May be exposed to road/weather hazards.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Community College/Trade school degree
• Trade/Tech School Trades Certificate or trades or industry recognized certification/license requiring Continuing Education Units or periodic renewal to maintain.
• 7+ Years of Experience in relatable industrial/trades maintenance or operations.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.