Plumber

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Cambridge is seeking a skilled Plumber to ensure all plumbing systems operate as designed. This role involves installations, maintenance, and repairs of various piping systems, requiring a Journeyman Plumber state license and 2-3 years of plumbing service experience.

The position demands effective communication skills and the ability to meet variable work schedules. The role offers a consistent 40-hour work week and is expected to comply with all departmental standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in plumbing service, specifically 2-3 years.
• Ability to read blueprints and piping diagrams.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts plumbing codes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain piping systems for various utilities.
• Respond to emergency and routine repairs effectively.
• Document repairs and equipment adjustments according to guidelines.

Skills

Plumbing service experience

Knowledge of plumbing codes

Computer proficiency

Effective communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Journeyman Plumber state license

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

Job Summary

Ensure all plumbing systems operate as designed, including routine installations, maintenance, and testing of equipment and systems, calibrations, and repair and related piping. Work on special projects and programs to support construction and renovation projects. Monitor the installation and repair of equipment and systems by contractors during construction and renovation projects.

Essential Functions

• Install, repair, and maintain piping systems for water, sewage, gas, steam, and air per department standards.
• Order and maintain replacement parts, materials, and tools to meet the needs of work orders.
• Respond to emergency and routine repairs within department time frames.
• Prepare stock and material lists to complete work order requests and other routine work.
• Complete daily rounds to ensure mechanical equipment is functioning and report malfunctions to appropriate parties.
• Document repairs, replacement parts, and adjustments as per department and regulatory guidelines.
• Assist various trades in the installation, maintenance, or basic repair of equipment, piping, electrical, HVAC systems, and other duties per department standards.
• Perform and maintain the preventive maintenance program per established time frames.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; experience in lieu of a degree accepted.
• Journeyman Plumber state license required.
• Plumbing service experience: 2–3 years.
• Knowledge of plumbing supplies and equipment, ability to read blueprints and piping diagrams.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts plumbing codes.
• Working knowledge of automated building maintenance systems.
• Effective verbal, electronic, and written communication skills in English.
• Computer proficiency required; Microsoft Office applications preferred.
• Maintain variable work schedule to meet department needs (e.g., evenings, holidays, weekends, on‑call).

Physical Requirements

• Standing constantly
• Walking constantly
• Sitting rarely
• Lifting frequently
• Carrying frequently
• Pushing frequently
• Pulling frequently
• Climbing occasionally
• Balancing constantly
• Stooping occasionally
• Kneeling occasionally
• Crouching occasionally
• Crawling occasionally
• Reaching occasionally
• Gross manipulation (handling) constantly
• Fine manipulation (fingering) frequently
• Feeling constantly
• Foot use rarely
• Vision – far constantly
• Vision – near constantly
• Talking constantly
• Hearing constantly

Work Details

• Remote Type: Onsite
• Work Location: 1575 Cambridge Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Employee Type: Regular
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range: –
• Grade: 4

EEO Statement

1460 Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.