Plumber

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a full-time plumber to maintain, install, and repair hospital plumbing systems. The role is day shift with variable weekends and holidays, contributing to safe, reliable water and drainage services.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with associate degree or equivalent training preferred, and a current plumber’s license. Experience in hospital settings is valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or equivalent preferred.
• Current plumber’s license required; a current license is preferred.
• Minimum one year plumbing experience; five years hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, installs, and repairs hospital plumbing equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance and documents results to comply with standards.
• Diagnoses problems using mechanical and electrical methods and documents outcomes.
• Coordinates with outside service organizations when needed.

Skills

Hand tools

Test equipment

Follow written instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or equivalent training

Tools

Plumbing tools

Maintenance equipment

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Hours: 7am-3:30pm with variable weekends and holidays Full time : Day Shift

Position Summary: Maintains, installs, and repairs plumbing equipment. Provides for the reliable and safe operation of the hospital plumbing distribution system.

Education Minimum: A high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) Preferred: An Associate's degree (two-year program or two to three years of college) or equivalent formal training.

Credentials/Licensure Minimum: A current plumber’s license Preferred: A current plumber’s license

Related Experience Minimum: One year plumbing experience Preferred: Five or more years experience, hospital experience preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Minimum: Working knowledge of and ability to use basic hand tools and the test equipment specific to the field. Ability to follow written instructions, perform tasks and document actions taken.

Essential functions: Assists in planning, installation, and maintenance of hospital water and drain systems Performs preventive maintenance on equipment according to established procedures and guidelines and document results of activities performed to comply with all regulatory accreditation and licensing standards. Performs corrective maintenance including diagnosing problems using electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, or other sciences and document results of activities performed to comply with all regulatory accreditation and licensing standards. Interacts with clinical staff to understand and resolve operational problems. Completes Daily Time Sheet in AIMS to track work orders and preventative maintenance, and miscellaneous work done. Determines need for replacement parts and supplies and order as appropriate. Coordinates and monitors support efforts with outside service organizations when necessary to make sure the work they perform is appropriate and documented. Maintains age specific safety precautions including: No small, sharp objects, or tools that may injure patients or visitors will be left out. Hallways and pathways will be free of debris, equipment, tools and liquid spills. Promotes teamwork by keeping others informed, participating effectively in group decision making, working to accomplish team objectives and projects, and by soliciting feedback about one's effectiveness as a team member. Continually improves processes by seeking ways to eliminate and reduce waste. Performs other duties as assigned.

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.