Plumber- Building Operations & Maintenance

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a skilled plumber to install, inspect, repair and maintain piping systems across the hospital and off-site facilities.

You’ll read blueprints, ensure code compliance, test for leaks and coordinate with construction teams. Minimum high school diploma, valid Ohio driver’s license, and two years’ related experience preferred; state certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of job-related experience preferred.
• Valid Ohio driver's license and auto insurance as required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Clear communicator

Independent worker

Knowledge of codes

Medical gas systems knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview:

Tuesday - Saturday 7:30am - 4pm

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 Description Summary:

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

Job Description:

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/ladder, 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, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Machinery, Problem solving, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 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

“The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet”