Plumber Journeyman

Vanderbilt Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville, TN is seeking a Journeyman Plumber to perform skilled plumbing work, including installation, operation, maintenance and repair of systems, equipment and fixtures within the Plumbing Shop scope.

The role requires adherence to hospital policies, safety practices, and ability to work under supervision or independently while expanding knowledge. Minimum 3 years experience and a high school diploma or GED are required, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years relevant work experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to VUMC Credo.
• Adhere to Medical Center and Department policies and procedures.
• Installation, operation, maintenance and repair of plumbing systems, equipment and fixtures within the Plumbing Shop scope.
• Service of fixtures and equipment including domestic water systems, backflow preventers, water heaters, pumps, piping, valves, and related components.
• Maintain fire protection, gas piping and clinical/laboratory gas systems per safety standards.
• Follow instructions, work under supervision or independently, and continuously expand knowledge base.
• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Performs skilled Plumbing work at the Journeyman level, including installation, operation, maintenance and repair associated with systems, equipment and building fixtures within the scope of services provided by the Plumbing Shop.

Key Responsibilities

• Commitment to VUMC Credo
• Adhere to Medical Center and Department policies and procedures
• Installation, operation, maintenance and repair of all aspects of the systems, equipment, and fixtures included in the Plumbing Shop scope of services, including but not limited to: domestic water system to include but not limited to backflow preventers, domestic water pumps, booster pumps, circulating pumps, water heaters and water coolers, emergency water supply stations, water meters, distribution piping, valves, etc.
• Equipment and fixtures serviced by the Plumbing Shop to include but not limited to dishwashing equipment, sewage ejection pumps, water fountains, acid neutralization tanks, aquariums, plaster traps, grease traps, emergency wet vacuums, sinks of all types, faucets, water closets, showers, sump pumps, safety showers, eye wash stations, decontamination showers, food interceptors, fire extinguishers, etc.
• Fire protection system to include fire pumps, distribution piping, valves, sprinkler heads, etc.
• Clinical and Laboratory gas piping systems. Natural gas distribution system.
• Follow instructions, work under supervision and independently, demonstrate an eagerness to learn and expand knowledge base and skill set.
• Employ safe work practices.

Technical Capabilities

Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more.

Core Accountabilities

• Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact the team's performance with occasional guidance.
• Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems.
• Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedures that apply to your own job.
• Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Core Capabilities

• Develops self and others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.
• Builds and maintains relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.
• Communicates effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner.
• Serves others with compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.
• Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner.
• Provides accurate information and support.
• Performs excellent work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards.
• Fulfills safety and regulatory requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department.
• Demonstrates accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service.
• Stewards organizational resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources.
• Make data-driven decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error.
• Generates new ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them.
• Applies technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action.
• Adapts to change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Position Qualifications

• Relevant Work Experience: 3 years
• Education: High School Diploma or GED

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

EEO Statement

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.