Plumber

at  Ascension

DETAILS

• Department: Matntenance
• Schedule: Full Time, Days. 40 hrs. 7a-3p
• Hospital: Ascension Providence Rochester
• Location: Rochester, Michigan

REQUIREMENTS

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Must possess valid State of Michigan Operator’s License with a good driving record at time of hire/transfer date required. Must meet approval by insurance carrier to drive hospital vehicles
• One or more of the following is required:
• Valid State of Michigan Master Plumber license.
• Valid State of Michigan Journeyman Plumber license.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Relevant experience as Journeyman s plumber may be considered in lieu of high school diploma.

Work Experience:

• Two (2) or more years job related experience required.

The Plumber is responsible for supporting the Mission and Vision of Ascension by, under general supervision of the Facilities Director, installing, altering, maintaining and repairing plumbing systems and associated equipment. Inspect/test water, steam disposal, oxygen, and vacuum and natural gas systems. In addition to insuring that all plumbing work is in compliance with all codes and regulations, etc., perform general maintenance and repair tasks.

• Essential Functions
• Review blue prints and/or sketches/drawings of assignment and accurately estimates quantity and type of materials needed for plumbing work to be performed.
• Perform assignments which typically includes, but not limited to, the following: a) Lay out, measure, cut, lead and thread pipe b) Installation of valves, couplings and other fittings/seal connectors.. c) Repair or replaces plumbing fixtures and water heaters, or other fixtures d) Performs repairs on main drain systems e) Inspect, test and/or repair existing or new water systems f) Inspect and/or repair oxygen regulators, flow meters, outlets, etc. g) Maintain reverse osmosis systems and makes appropriate repair h) Preventative maintenance of fire sprinkler system i) Perform inspection and repairs as needed to outdoor sprinkler system j) Perform winterizing of all outdoor plumbing/piping.
• Non-Essential Functions
• Maintain and insure plumbing inventory is in adequate supply.
• Insure all tools are in proper repair and uses proper safety techniques while completing assignments.
• Respond to codes as appropriate.
• Assure timely and quality completion of assigned work in compliance with department standards and procedures.
• Perform preventative maintenance as specified by supervision.
• Clean up work area when finished with a job.
• Promote a positive work environment as evidenced by quality service and positive staff attitudes.
• Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of Ascension through performing behaviors consistent with the Ascension Standards of Performance and Code of Ethics.
• This job function does not require direct use or disclosure of personal health information and inappropriate access, use or disclosure is subject to disciplinary action up to and including discharge with a first offense. Incidental access to personal health information may occur in performance of job related functions. In such circumstance the employee is subject to disciplinary action for any inappropriate use or disclosure of personal health information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• This position requires the ability to identify age related differences within the persons served and the adjustment of treatment style and expectations as appropriate, including adjustments based on the person’s served cognitive function and learning ability. This will include taking into account their religious and cultural needs and preferences. ,