Maintenance Plumber - 1st Shift

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio is looking for a skilled individual for the plumbing technician position. Responsibilities include installing and maintaining plumbing systems in the hospital and off-site facilities, working independently and collaborating with other professionals.

Qualified candidates must have a High School Diploma, a valid Ohio driver’s license, and at least two years of job-related experience. State certifications such as Brazing and Backflow Preventor are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have two years of job-related experience.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance are required.
• State certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs, and maintains plumbing systems.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and codes.
• Tests plumbing systems for leaks.

Skills

Clear communicator

Organized

Good time management

Knowledge of national and local plumbing codes

Knowledge of medical gas piping systems

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tools for plumbing installation and repair

Job description

Shift

Tuesday - Saturday 7:30am - 4pm

Eligibility

Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Job Summary

Installs, inspects, repairs, and maintains piping systems and allied equipment within the hospital and off‑site facilities.

Essential Functions

• Installs, repairs, and maintains plumbing systems in industrial and commercial buildings.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and building codes to determine optimal plumbing layout.
• Tests plumbing systems for leaks and other issues, and makes necessary repairs or replacements.
• Collaborates with other construction professionals to ensure plumbing systems are installed correctly and on time.
• Provides estimates for plumbing services and orders necessary materials.
• Maintains accurate records of work performed and materials used for billing and future reference.

Education Requirement

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

Licensure Requirement

Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy and position‑specific requirements. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Certifications

• State of Ohio Brazing certification, preferred.
• State of Ohio Backflow Preventor certification, preferred.
• State of Ohio High Pressure Boiler Operators license, preferred.
• ASSE 6010 Medical Gas System Installer certification, preferred.

Skills

• Clear communicator, able to work unsupervised, organized, good time management.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal assistance or direct supervision.
• Knowledge of national and local plumbing codes.
• Knowledgeable of fire suppression systems, medical air, medical vacuum, and medical gas piping distribution systems.

Experience

Two years of job‑related experience.

Physical Requirements

Occasionally: Biohazard waste, computer skills, driving motor vehicles (work required, additional testing may be required), lifting/carrying 61-100 lbs, patient equipment, pushing/pulling 100 lbs or greater with assistance, pushing/pulling 41-60 lbs, pushing/pulling 61-100 lbs, sitting. Frequently: Blood and/or bodily fluids, chemicals/medications, climb stairs/ladders, cold temperatures, communicable diseases and/or pathogens, decision making, flexing/extending of neck, fume/gases/vapors, hot temperatures, interpreting data, lifting/carrying 0-10 lbs, 11-20 lbs, 21-40 lbs, 41-60 lbs, machinery, problem solving, pushing/pulling 0-25 lbs, 26-40 lbs, reaching above shoulder, squat/kneel, walking, working outdoors. Continuously: Audible speech, bend/twist, color vision, depth perception, electricity, hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, hearing acuity, loud noises, peripheral vision, power tools, repetitive hand/arm use, seeing – far/near, standing, working at heights.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet.