Medical Gas & Plumbing Systems Technician

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minneapolis VA Health Care System is seeking a skilled Plumber for the Pipe Shop to install, modify, repair, and maintain plumbing and piping systems across critical hospital infrastructure and patient care areas.

The role covers medical gas systems, water supply and sewage networks, fire suppression systems, and routine maintenance. A strong background in blueprint interpretation, system testing, and safe operation of hand and power tools is essential.

Qualifications

• Evidence of training or experience sufficient to perform the duties; must be supported by detailed resume.
• Applicants will be rated according to the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds and occasional up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Medical Gas Systems – Maintains and repairs piped medical gas systems including oxygen, nitrous oxide, and vacuum systems.
• Responds to alarms, traces pressure drops, tests outlets, and isolates faulty zones.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains plumbing fixtures such as water closets, tubs, showers, and sinks.
• Fire Suppression Systems – Maintains and repairs fire suppression systems per NFPA standards.
• Irrigation Systems – Serves below ground watering systems and seasonal maintenance.
• General Maintenance – Coordinates with contractors for large-scale projects and ensures code compliance.

Skills

General plumbing

Estimate materials

Solder copper pipe

Troubleshoot water systems

Read blueprints

Fire suppression systems

Medical gas systems

Compressed air systems

Job description

The Minneapolis VA Health Care System is seeking a skilled Plumber for the Pipe Shop to install, modify, repair, and maintain plumbing and piping systems across critical hospital infrastructure and patient care areas.

The role covers medical gas systems, water supply and sewage networks, fire suppression systems, and routine maintenance. A strong background in blueprint interpretation, system testing, and safe operation of hand and power tools is essential.