Plumber

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care is looking for a skilled plumber in Jackson, Mississippi. You will install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems in various settings while ensuring efficient operation of critical equipment.

The role requires completing an Apprentice Program, a high school education or G.E.D., and possessing a Journeyman License. A minimum of basic computer skills is also needed to perform your duties effectively.

Qualifications

• Completion of Apprentice Program required.
• Minimum Required: Appropriate training.
• Journeyman License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing maintenance on medical facility systems.
• Complete preventive maintenance procedures on operating equipment.
• Inspect equipment and correct deficiencies.
• Assist in plumbing-related construction and installation.
• Complete assigned tasks as directed.

Skills

Plumbing maintenance

Mechanical equipment inspection

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school graduate or G.E.D.

Tools

Plumbing tools

Job description

Job Summary

Install, repair and maintain plumbing systems and fixtures in non‑residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, or public buildings. The plumber reads blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of plumbing systems, water supply networks, and waste drainage systems. The plumber then plans, installs, and services plumbing systems, fixtures, piping equipment, and controls. The piping systems may be used to transport water, waste, gases, and hot liquids. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs plumbing related maintenance on equipment in accordance with manufacturer's recommended procedures & specifications to ensure proper operation & minimize downtime of critical mechanical equipment, medical facility systems, plumbing, medical gas systems, & roof systems.
• Performs plumbing related preventive maintenance procedures on all operating mechanical equipment, medical facility systems, plumbing, medical gas, & roof systems as recommended by equipment manufacturers, standard engineering practices, & hospital policies & procedures to ensure continued equipment operation & minimize unscheduled corrective maintenance.
• Performs shutdown & startup procedures on equipment in accordance with seasonal comfort requirements & as recommended by equipment manufacturers, standard engineering practices, & hospital policies & procedures to ensure efficient equipment operation, maximize efficiency, & extend equipment life while equipment is in use & during seasonal periods of non‑use.
• Inspects mechanical equipment, work areas & mechanical spaces as assigned, corrects deficiencies & cleans as required by OSHA, mechanical standards, hospital policies, & as directed by superiors to ensure proper equipment operation & that mechanical spaces & work areas are kept clean & safe.
• Performs plumbing related construction, installation & alterations for new & existing mechanical & facility systems. Recommend system & procedural improvements to Foreman by evaluating plumbing systems, components & maintenance procedures in the field to ensure maximum performance & efficiency of both equipment & maintenance staff.
• Completes assigned tasks.

Experience

Minimum Required: Completion of Apprentice Program.

Education

Minimum Required: High school graduate or G.E.D.

Training

Appropriate training.

Special Skills

Minimum Required.

Basic Computer Literacy Skills Required

Basic computer literacy skills required.

Licensure

Journeyman License. DRIVER'S LICENSE (CURRENT) required