Plumber II

Insight Health Systems; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 44,083 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization based in Chicago is seeking a skilled Plumber II to handle the maintenance and repair of all plumbing fixtures and equipment, including domestic hot water heating systems. Candidates should have a high school diploma, trade school certification, and at least 10 years of experience in plumbing maintenance. This role requires a keen understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, the ability to interpret schematics, and strong communication skills. Join our mission to deliver impactful care in the community.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial/industrial plumbing maintenance.
• Ability to interpret building drawings and schematic diagrams.
• Certificate of completion from a reputable vocational/trade school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on plumbing fixtures and equipment.
• Conduct performance checks on plumbing systems.
• Inspect, evaluate, and recommend replacement of plumbing systems.

Skills

Plumbing expertise

Electrical systems knowledge

Mechanical systems knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Trade school certification in plumbing

Job description

Join to apply for the Plumber II role at Insight Health Systems (Chicago, IL).

Pay Range

Base pay: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr (actual pay based on skills and experience).

About Insight Health Systems

Insight Hospital and Medical Center Chicago is dedicated to delivering compassionate, expert, and impactful care. Our mission is to provide patient care second to none and support health equity in the Bronzeville community.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for testing, inspection, replacement, installation, and maintenance of all plumbing fixtures and equipment, domestic hot water heating systems, hot water circulating pumps, sump pumps, sewage ejector pumps, and related systems. The plumber must be familiar with copper, cast iron, galvanized, and carbon steel pipe, valves, and fittings, and have experience with pipe welding, sweating, braising, and installation of threaded, sweat, and flanged fittings.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform at a high level of competency.
• Work across trade disciplines including mechanical and electrical systems, air‑compressor maintenance, painting, plastering, lock repair, wall and tile repair/replacement, pneumatic tube system, preventive maintenance, corrective actions, and minor construction as directed.
• Perform timely preventive maintenance on all domestic hot water heating equipment, sump pumps, ejector pumps, circulating pumps.
• Inspect and evaluate all facility plumbing fixtures and valves.
• Install plumbing fixtures.
• Conduct performance checks on newly purchased equipment before service.
• Evaluate existing plumbing systems for safe operations and recommend replacement equipment.
• Perform life‑cycle cost analysis.
• Work from schematic diagrams and building drawings.
• Maintain personal diagnostic tools.
• Perform snow removal and trash pick‑up as needed.
• Accept on‑call for plumbing emergencies affecting the facility or satellites.
• Implement plumbing conservation measures to improve building efficiency and reduce water usage costs.
• Stock facility with needed piping, valves, fittings, fixtures, clamps, and specialty items for emergency and routine repairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School Diploma required.
• 10 years or more experience and trade school certification in commercial/industrial plumbing maintenance and repair.
• High aptitude for plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems including pumps, motors, drives, hot water heaters.
• Ability to interpret building drawings and schematic diagrams.
• Documented certificate of completion from a reputable vocational/trade school in plumbing maintenance applications and theory preferred.
• Proficiency in written and verbal English.

Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID‑19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity.