Plumber Pipefitter - Facilities Maintenance

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center is seeking an experienced Facilities Plumber to maintain and repair a wide range of essential systems, including steam, water, medical gases and asset documentation. You will ensure compliance with AHJ policies and operate the CMMS to log activities.

Ideal candidates have 3 years of relevant plumbing experience, a valid license, and certifications such as ASSE 6040 and backflow testing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three (3) years job related experience in residential or industrial plumbing and mechanical trades required.
• Technical school training in the plumbing arena and industrial plumbing experience are preferred.
• ASSE 6040 certification, Backflow preventer tester certification and asbestos abatement certifications required or the ability to obtain these certifications.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Must pass a written test and hands on skills demonstration with a score of 75% or greater.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and document steam and condensate systems, natural gas, water, medical gas and distilled water systems.
• Repair, upgrade, test and document all related system components as required by AHJ and HMC policy.
• Operate the computerized maintenance management system to record maintenance activities.

Skills

Residential plumbing

Industrial plumbing

Mechanical trades

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school plumbing training

ASSE 6040 certification

Backflow tester certification

Asbestos abatement certifications

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Penn State Health -Hershey Medical Center

Responsible for the integrity, maintenance, testing, repair, modification and documentation of the facilities steam distribution systems, condensate return systems, natural gas distribution, hot and cold domestic water systems, medical gas delivery systems, distilled and de-ionized water systems, effluent and waste piping, and fire sprinkler systems. Responsible to repair, maintain, upgrade, test and document all related system components as required by AHJ and or HMC policy. Must interact with and operate the computerized maintenance management system to record all maintenance activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three (3) years job related experience in residential or industrial plumbing and mechanical trades required.
• Technical school training in the plumbing arena and industrial plumbing experience are preferred.
• ASSE 6040 certification, Backflow preventer tester certification and asbestos abatement certifications required or the ability to obtain these certifications.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Must pass a written test and hands on skills demonstration with a score of 75% or greater.
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds and push/pull up to 800 pounds.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S)

• Operation of tractors, forklifts, high lifts and other types of equipment preferred.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

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