Plumber - Hospital Maintenance - Days

Position Overview

Pay range: $20.80 - $33.80 / hour

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

Are you ready to join a growing team? As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and functional environment, Hospital Maintenance is seeking a skilled and experienced plumber to join our growing team.

As a Hospital Maintenance Plumber in UAB Facilities, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the proper functioning of plumbing systems throughout our healthcare facility. Your responsibilities will include installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems within the hospital to align with the distinct requirements and standards of a healthcare setting, all while demonstrating a dedication to providing excellent customer service.

Job Description

Reads, understands and interprets blueprints, drawings, floor plans, schedules and manufacturer's operating and/or maintenance specifications as they relate to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and special equipment, building structures and finishes. Maintains and perform repairs, modifications, replacement and installations on a wide variety of plumbing systems and equipment. Performs corrective, routine, and preventive maintenance to include operating, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, adjusting, tightening, replacing, lubricating, reporting problems, and other similar tasks on a wide variety of plumbing systems and equipment. Installs and maintains natural gas piping. Enters time into departmental specific system (i.e., Maximo , WebTMA, CMMS or other designated system). May be called upon to assist the work of other maintenance personnel or to assist in the completion of their work to include HVAC Mechanics, Electricians, Maintenance Technicians, Carpenters, Masons and others. Responds to requests for maintenance and service from building occupants to include emergencies, maintenance problems, requested installations, modifications, repairs and adjustments, projects, and other similar tasks. Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned or directed by Division management and supervision.

 Qualifications

Qualifications

Associate's degree or Technical Diploma in a related field, or successful completion of a plumbing apprenticeship training program as defined by the State of Alabama Plumbers & Gasfitters Examining Board, AND three (3) years of related experience to include plumbing maintenance with similar facilities. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed with a Journeyman Plumber Registration or Masters Plumbers License, issued by the State of Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board required. A Fire pump and Backflow certification preferred. Satisfactory completion of a minimum of 6,000 hours of verifiable on-the-job training for the Plumber certification, or equivalent verifiable experience. Must maintain a valid driver’s license, issued in the United States. Motor Vehicle Record will be obtained and reviewed at least annually. Driving record should meet University underwriting standards to drive vehicle in performance of University business.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.1 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 2,200 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s only ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.

Salary : $21 - $34