Plumber Steamfitter

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 42,939 - 44,937; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Time

Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Job summary

A leading academic medical center in Newark is seeking a Senior Plumber/Steamfitter to lead plumbing repairs, installations, and maintenance. This role requires a technical school diploma and 5+ years of experience in plumbing systems, knowledge of applicable codes, and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive hourly rates, vacation time, health benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Join a team dedicated to exceptional patient care and community service.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in operation, maintenance, and installation of plumbing systems/equipment.
• Sound knowledge of applicable codes (local, state, and national).
• Ability to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, repair, and install pipe systems and plumbing fixtures.
• Respond to plumbing trouble calls and requests.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on plumbing systems.

Skills

Blueprint and schematic reading

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

Technical school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

About the Role

The Sr Plumber/Steamfitter l position is to take the lead in performing a variety of maintenance repairs and installation/replacement of plumbing systems and fixtures including supply systems, DWV system, plumbing, heating, and steam fixtures/equipment. Assists in the work direction of other mechanics, trades helpers and mechanics of other skilled trades.

What You’ll Do

• Operates, maintains, repairs, and installs pipe systems, plumbing fixtures, heating fixtures, steam fixtures, regulator valves and various system elements/appliances.
• Responds to plumbing trouble calls and requests within the facilities, using hand tools, pneumatic and/or hydraulic power tools, analyzing equipment and testing instruments.
• Performs routine maintenance, preventive maintenance and inspections on plumbing systems equipment and related equipment/systems.
• Installs, repairs and/or maintains water, gas, oil, waste disposal and high-pressure steam and high-temperature hot water.
• Prepares, maintains, and submits to the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction requisitions for material, work orders, required records and reports relating to plumbing equipment/systems.

What You’ll Bring

Required

• Technical school diploma or an equivalent level of knowledge plus five (5) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and installation of plumbing systems/equipment, in an educational, industrial or health care setting.
• Sound knowledge of blueprint and schematic reading is required, as is through knowledge of all applicable (local, state, and national) codes.
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Must be able to work overtime.

Preferred

• New Jersey Black Seal Engineer’s License is preferred.

What We Offer

• Vacation Time
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is OH/2100 - $31.17/hr - $31.67/hr -$32.62/hr. University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs. The expected salary range for this position is in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

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We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.