Plumber, Sr.

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health is seeking a skilled plumber to plan, perform, and delegate maintenance of piping systems including natural gas, medical gases, vacuum, water, and fire protection across facilities. You will review work orders, coordinate with engineering, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include repairing and replacing plumbing components, installing fixtures, reviewing drawings, coordinating with outside vendors, and maintaining records of repairs and equipment.

Qualifications

• Five years of plumbing experience, preferably in a healthcare facility.
• Three years of experience required from a trade or vocational school graduate.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with clean record and insurability per policy.

Responsibilities

• Receive and review work orders and assign tasks to plumbers and mechanics.
• Coordinate schedules with Engineering Supervisor/Manager.
• Maintain compliance with Joint Commission and facility policies.
• Inspect and repair plumbing systems, fixtures, and equipment per state code.
• Plan, install, and service plumbing systems and controls for water, gas, and waste.
• Respond to emergency calls and coordinate with vendors and inspectors.

Skills

Plumbing

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade or vocational school graduate

Job description

Position Summary
Plans, performs, and delegates proper functioning of piped systems to include natural gas, medical gases, vacuum, heating, steam (traps and piping), valves, controls, piping, outside utilities on premises (sewer and storm drains, gas, water), water distillers, pumps, hot and cold water, tanks, drains, water booster systems and fire protection throughout the Orlando Health facilities.
Responsibilities

• Receives and reviews work orders and makes assignments to plumbers and mechanics.
• Coordinates schedules and projects with the Engineering Supervisor and/or Manager.
• Works closely with department leadership to ensure a safe environment as prescribed by The Joint Commission.
• Repairs, adjusts, or replaces the entire plumbing systems, including waste-vent water piping, and fixtures and equipment served by these systems in compliance with state plumbing code.
• Plans, installs and services plumbing systems, fixtures, piping equipment and controls used to transport water, waste, or gases.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on plumbing systems and fixtures. Installs supports and hangers for pipes, fixtures, and equipment. Assembles and installs valves, controls, and fittings.
• Reviews drawings, plans and specifications to determine system layout for repair or modification.
• Collaborates with outside utility vendors on premises and calls additional support from outside contractors and vendors as needed to maintain the integrity of all related systems.
• Responds to emergency calls.
• Works independently from work orders or verbal instructions and prioritizes work based on type and circumstance.
• Works with inspectors from the water and/or sewer department, fire department and plumbing inspectors.
• Performs visual inspections to detect abnormal operation and correct deficiencies.
• Maintains inventory and orders stock.
• Identifies required tools and special equipment.
• Installs various fixtures in new work and remodeling projects.
• Coordinates shutdown of various plumbing systems as necessary.
• Supervises trades assigned to help with plumbing projects.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Maintains a professional appearance at all times.
• Participates in scheduled department meetings.
• Maintains the confidentiality and security of all data and information relating to the facility, medical staff, and patients.
• Ensures Joint Commission and other regulatory or licensure requirements are updated and maintained.
• Maintains current operational and repair records for all utilities equipment to include vendor related activities.
• Promotes and engages in behavior that is conducive to Orlando Health’s standards of behavior.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Five (5) years’ experience as a plumber, preferably in a healthcare facility. Three (3) years of experience is required of a trade or vocational school graduate.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with no more than six (6) points, at least 21 years of age, and must be insurable under the Orlando Health insurance carrier’s requirements and standards.