What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumber - Plant Maintenance position at Ochsner Health?
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Job Duties:
- Performs a variety of repair and installation duties in and around the buildings of the facility of the plumbing systems such as water and sewer, steam, air, piped medical gas, vacuum and fire protection.
- Performs Preventative Maintenance on associated plumbing system components and documents accordingly to department procedures.
- Assists outside contractors with plumbing system outages during major utility repairs and/or new construction.
- Assists other Facilities Management staff with troubleshooting/repairing equipment as it relates to the Facility infrastructure.
- Other related duties as required.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
- Knowledge of the state, parish, and southern building codes.
- Drawing skills to document plumbing changes for updating prints on CADD.
- Ability to properly using all power, hand tools and specialized equipment associated with the plumbing/pipe fitting trade.
- Interpersonal skills to deal effectively and courteously with a diverse group of internal and external callers and visitors.
- Ability to handle mental and physical stress and pressure to complete all jobs including emergencies.
- Ability to work indoors, outdoors, and in restricted spaces involving static postures/positions which must be held for extended periods of time.
- Ability to work extended hours and call-in on an emergency basis.
Work Experience:
- Required - 2 years Commercial or Industrial experience, to include experience reading specifications and Interpreting Schematics, Blueprints, and Mechanical Drawings, experience working with little supervision.
Education:
- Required - High School diploma or equivalent.
- Preferred - Trade school training in Plumbing or Pipe Fitting
Certifications:
- Required - Current Louisiana State Journeymen Plumbers License in the state of practice.
- Preferred - Medical Gas and Back-Flow Certification.
Other:
- Required - Trade school training in plumbing or pipe fitting.
About Ochsner Health:
Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate. Ochsner Health is a not-for-profit committed to giving back to the communities it serves through preventative screenings, health and wellness resources and partnerships with innovative organizations that share our vision. Ochsner Health healed more than 876,000 people from across the globe in 2019, providing the latest medical breakthroughs and therapies, including digital medicine for chronic conditions and telehealth specialty services. Ochsner Health is a national leader, named the top hospital in Louisiana and a top children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report. As Louisiana’s leading healthcare educator, Ochsner Health and its partners educate thousands of healthcare professionals annually. Ochsner Health is innovating healthcare by investing in new technologies and research to make world-class care more accessible, affordable, convenient and effective. Ochsner's team of more than 26,000 employees and 4,500 providers are working to reinvent the future of health and wellness in the region. To learn more about Ochsner Health, please visit www.ochsner.org. To transform your health, please visit www.ochsner.org/healthyyou.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K Plan