PLUMBER-PIPEFITTER

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Medicine is seeking a skilled Journeyman Plumber to assemble, install and repair piping systems across the hospital’s water, steam and HVAC networks. You will read blueprints, work with medical gas piping, and ensure compliance with codes while maintaining safety and quality.

Responsibilities include installing and inspecting water mains, pumps, valves, and fixtures; performing tests for leaks; and documenting service activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Journeyman Plumber license with backflow certification.
• Knowledge of domestic water, steam, heating, and chilled water systems.
• Experience with water distribution fixtures and plumbing tools.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at elevations; drive university vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, and repair piping systems including water mains and fixtures.
• Install or repair steam and water lines, radiators, pumps, gauges, and controls.
• Install medical gas piping mains and wall outlets; proper testing.
• Cut, thread, and bend pipe; join using appropriate methods.
• Read blueprints and job specs; test piping for leaks.
• Install and maintain boilers, refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Prepare service records and time expended.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

Journeyman Plumber license

Backflow certification

Master Plumber license

6010 Medical Gas Certification

Fire Pump Test Certification

Tools

Threading machine

Pipefitting tools

Welding equipment

Job description

• Fire Pump Test Certification.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components: patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

To assemble, install, and repair piping, fixtures, and equipment used in the distribution and drainage of water and water-carried wastes, air, gas, steam, heating water, and chilled water, under low or high pressure.

Responsibilities

• Install new or inspect and repair piping systems, including water mains, service lines, sewer lines, air and gas lines, valves, gauges, pumps, and fixtures, including sinks, water heaters, toilets, urinals, and disposals.
• Install new, or inspect and repair steam, condensate, and water lines, equipment, radiators, traps, valves, pumps, gauges, controls, fittings and accessories.
• Install new Medical Gas piping including mains, branches, wall outlets and proper testing.
• Cut pipe and thread, using a threading machine or other mechanical method, and bend pipe by hand or with a pipe-bending machine.
• Assemble and install pipe and pipe fittings of brass, cast-iron, copper, lead, glass, plastic and other materials.
• Join piping by means of threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused, pressed, cemented or welded joints.
• Cut or bore through walls, ceilings or partitions.
• Test piping systems for leaks using gauges.
• Secure pipes to structures with clamps, brackets and hangers.
• Unclog drains, pipes and fixtures using a drain snake.
• Install and maintain boilers and refrigeration and air-conditioning systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches and job specifications.
• Install, repair and maintain fire protection systems.
• Prepare records and service reports of materials and time expended.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from high school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current Journeyman Plumber's license (maintained for the duration of employment in the classification) and backflow certification (maintained for the duration of employment in the classification).
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, equipment, and materials used in the installation and repair of domestic water, steam, heating, chilled water distribution systems and fixtures.
• Reasonable experience in the installation and repair of water distribution systems and fixtures. Considerable skill in the operation of plumbing and pipefitting tools, power equipment, and machinery. Ability to exercise tact and discretion in relationships with others.
• Reasonable knowledge of plumbing codes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the classification in areas that can be located at high elevations; behind or beneath obstacles; in confined spaces; subject to high heat; underground; in walls or floors; inside or outside buildings.
• Working knowledge of underground water mains, drain pipes and associated valves, pits, separators, and structures.
• Working knowledge of steam, hydronic, chemical treatment, and other process piping systems.
• Ability to observe safety precautions in the operation of tools, power equipment, and machinery.
• Reasonable knowledge of the maintenance requirements of steam, heating, chilled water, and domestic water lines, fixtures, and controls.
• Must be able to fulfill the requirements necessary to drive a University vehicle

Desired Qualifications

• Current Master Plumber's license.
• 6010 Medical gas certification (maintained for the duration of employment in the classification).
• Fire Pump Test Certification.
• 4-6 years of fire suppression system experience.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards pertaining to NFPA 13, 16, 20, and 25.
• Knowledge of FM Standards on Loss Prevention.
• Functional knowledge of wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge sprinkler systems.
• Knowledge of proper tool use, principles, methods, and techniques in fire sprinkler pipe fitting.
• Reasonable ability to use a computer, including data entry, online research, use of the internet, email, and document manipulation.
• Must be able to demonstrate effective communication and customer service skills with a variety of people at different organizational levels, including staff, faculty, and students.
• Experience with Halon, Carbon Dioxide, and other specialty fire suppression systems.
• Reasonable knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Knowledge of Google Cloud technology products (or equivalent).
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage changing demands.
• Working knowledge of steam, hydronic, chemical treatment, and other process piping systems.
• Working knowledge of underground water mains, drain pipes and associated valves, pits, separators and structures.
• Previous plumbing experience in a healthcare setting, maintenance and/or construction experience in all phases of plumbing; residential, commercial and industrial.
• Experience working with an automatic work order system.
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work well in a teamwork environment.
• The desired candidate would ensure plumbing installations meet appropriate codes and standards.
• Candidates for this position will need to transport tools, move a work cart, and travel long distances in a large Hospital complex with or without accommodations, and will need to drive a department vehicle where needed for assignments to remote facilities.
• This position will require frequent moving and positioning with the execution of daily work duties.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U‑M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world‑class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Licensure & Certification

Required

Current State of Michigan Journeyman Plumber's license (maintained for the duration of the classification employment)

ASSE Backflow Certification

Desired

Current State of Michigan Master Plumber's license

6010 Medical Gas Certification

Fire pump test certification

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

Sunday - Wednesday 2:00pm - Midnight

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the U-M Skilled Trades Union, Inc., which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Michigan Medicine also requires candidates to complete a new employee health assessment.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled at any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.