Journeyman Plumber

JOB SUMMARY Inspects, installs, repairs and replaces pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures to maintain the heating, water, gas, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes. Assembles pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing and welding equipment. Fills pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observes pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.

Caulks leaks and opens clogged drains. Installs sinks, showers, toilets, water heaters and related plumbing fixtures. Reviews blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Estimates time and material costs on plumbing projects. Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group. #May act as a lead or first-level supervisor.

Strives for superior performance by consistently providing a product or service to leadership and staff that is recognized as ultimately contributing to the patient and family experience.# Recognizes and demonstrates understanding of patient and family centered care. # PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES General plumbing # sanitary. Knowledge of prints and drawings. Capable of obtaining permits. Plumbing repairs and/or installation. Follow all plumbing and sanitary codes.

Follow and execute scopes of work with outstanding quality and attention to detail. Maintain clean and organized job sites. Abide by industry and company safety protocols. # DEPARTMENTAL AND ADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties as assigned. # # JOB SPECIFICATIONS EDUCATION High School diploma or GED required. EXPERIENCE Must have 2-5 years of experience in Plumbing/sanitary. Must be on track to get Master lever certification.

Must have direct experience and solid working knowledge of commercial construction. Must have ability to read blueprints and specifications. # ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES/MOTOR SKILLS These physical requirements are not exhaustive and additional job related physical requirements may be added on an as needed basis.# Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements. Sedentary Work:# Frequently required to stand, kneel and crouch.#

On a daily basis may be required to move about, sit, climb stairs and bend.# Is frequently required to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.# May be required to push/pull/carry items between 20-100 lbs. Vision:# Requires the ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.# Near acuity:# Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.# Midrange Acuity:# Clarity of vision at distances of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet.

Motor Coordination:# While performing the duties of the job, it is required to regularly perform functions that include using hand and finger movement, handle or feel objects, be able to use tools or equipment that requires reaching with hands and arms.# Must be able to travel independently throughout the hospital; access patients/families including areas confined by space and/or equipment. Speaking/Hearing:# Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Must be able to handle tools, organize a number of daily tasks, maintain safe work habits and complete written work performed, including preventive maintenance records. Must be able to use a personal computer to track work orders, check status of HVAC and operate other maintenance software programs. # ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL ABILITIES Proficiency using modern office, computer and telephone equipment as used by Memorial Healthcare.

Fine hand/eye coordination required to perform small device repairs. Ability to safely operate mechanical and electrically powered tools. Ability to grasp small items and use hand tools simultaneously. Must have a valid Michigan driver#s license. # # ESSENTIAL MENTAL ABILITIES Ability to adapt and maintain focus in fast paced, quickly changing or stressful situations. Ability to read and interpret a variety of documents including, but not limited to policies, operating instructions, white papers, regulations, rules and laws.

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