Plumber

Trinity Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a full-time Plumber to maintain, install, and repair hospital plumbing equipment, ensuring a reliable and safe distribution system.

The role requires a high school diploma (Associate degree preferred) and a current plumber’s license, with one year of plumbing experience minimum and hospital experience preferred. The shift is Day, with hours 7am-3:30pm and variable weekends/holidays; benefits emphasize teamwork and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Preferred: Associate degree or equivalent formal training.
• Minimum: Current plumber’s license.
• Minimum: One year plumbing experience; hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning, installation, and maintenance of hospital water and drain systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and documents results for regulatory standards.
• Diagnoses problems using various methods and documents outcomes for compliance.
• Interacts with clinical staff to resolve operational problems.
• Completes daily timesheets to track work orders and maintenance activities.
• Determines need for replacement parts and orders as appropriate.

Skills

Hand tools

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription: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.