License Plumber

Job Overview

Under general supervision of the Plumbing Supervisor, responsible for the operation and maintenance of all Acid Waste systems, closed water loop treatment, and coordination of associated vendors. Also responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and testing piping systems, including but not limited to water, fire protection, sewerage & medical gases. Work may be required on weekends, rotating shifts, or on-call pager.

• Responsible for water, sanitary, sewerage and medical systems and associated auxiliary equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, testing, and repairs on the acid waste and closed loop chemical systems throughout the facility.
• Sample, test, and report violations per MWRA compliance; maintain accurate logs, records and daily work sheets (including PM reports); record daily pH readings.
• Respond to MV/RA violations and sampling protocol established through The MWRA guidelines; must be an approved sampler by MWRA.
• Read and interpret blueprints (piping drawings) for piping locations, system labeling and proper system tie‑ins.
• Conduct surveys of various systems.
• Prepare material listings as required, order and maintain stock and spare parts inventory.
• Participate in planning activity at the departmental level or assist in developing solutions to specific problems.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in areas of Engineering Department responsibility as assigned.
• Maintain proper PPE.
• Respond to calls from all areas of the hospital as assigned by the supervisor.
• Communicate with other employees and management regarding process water and plumbing systems.
• Interface and coordinate appropriate vendor relationships.
• Maintain appropriate records of testing and other assigned duties.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Respond to all emergency plumbing situations when and where appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with appropriate plumbing codes.

High School Diploma or Equivalent required, or Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma required. No experience can be accepted in lieu of a degree.

Master Plumber [State License] – Generic – HR Only required.

Formal technical plumbing training generally beyond high school required.

• Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with staff throughout the hospital.
• Ability to clearly explain plumbing issues to others.
• Analytical skills to evaluate systems and develop appropriate solutions to plumbing problems.
• Physical ability to lift over 30 lbs. (less than 15% of the time), work on a ladder.
• Knowledge of plumbing supplies and equipment; ability to read blueprints and piping diagrams.
• Ability to work independently; refer to supervisory staff for clarification or exception to established policies and procedures.
• Read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations at a level generally acquired through high school.

• Standing Constantly (67‑100%)
• Walking Constantly (67‑100%)
• Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Lifting Frequently (34‑66%) 20‑35 lbs
• Carrying Frequently (34‑66%) 20‑35 lbs
• Pushing Frequently (34‑66%)
• Pulling Frequently (34‑66%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Balancing Constantly (67‑100%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Reaching Frequently (34‑66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67‑100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34‑66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67‑100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision – Far Constantly (67‑100%)
• Vision – Near Constantly (67‑100%)
• Talking Constantly (67‑100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67‑100%)

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.