Sr Plumber Steamfitter

University Hospital, Newark; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital, a leading academic medical center, is seeking a Sr Plumber/Steamfitter to lead maintenance and installation of plumbing systems. The role involves operating and repairing plumbing fixtures, responding to trouble calls, and performing inspections. Candidates should have a technical school diploma and at least six years of relevant experience, with a strong focus on detail and communication.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

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

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in plumbing systems operation and maintenance.
• Sound knowledge of blueprint and schematic reading.
• Knowledge of local, state, and national codes.

Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, repairs, and installs plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Responds to plumbing trouble calls using hand tools and power tools.
• Performs routine maintenance and inspections on plumbing equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

Technical school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

About the Role

The Sr Plumber/Steamfitter 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.

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Required

• Technical school diploma or an equivalent level of knowledge plus six (6) 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

• Paid Time Off (PTO
• 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

The expected salary range for this position is [$34.58– $35.08 - $36.13] per hour, 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.

Apply Today

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.