Group Leader Plumber

Full-time position with a schedule of Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.

About the Role

The Group Leader coordinates, assigns, and oversees daily maintenance operations to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with hospital policies, CMS work orders, and regulatory requirements. This role provides leadership and technical guidance to maintenance personnel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, prioritize, assign, and monitor daily work assignments to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of plumbing activities.
• Provide day-to-day technical guidance and support to maintenance personnel.
• Conduct field inspections to assure quality of work, safety, and compliance with hospital policies and procedures (e.g., I.C.R.A).
• Participate in departmental meetings, safety initiatives, and regulatory inspections throughout the hospital.
• Perform skilled maintenance work as needed to support departmental operations.
• Participate in rotating on-call, weekend, and emergency response.
• Fill in weekly scheduling for the plumbing department.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the plumbing department and management by communicating the latest UPMC policies and procedures.
• Ensure departmental goals are achieved with effective communication between shops on ongoing projects.
• Coordinate, schedule, and oversee vendors/outside contractors with ongoing contracts.
• Proactively plan and coordinate the procurement of parts, materials, and equipment required for upcoming projects and preventive maintenance activities.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Trade or vocational school graduate required.
• Successful completion of education requirements for the trade(s) for which he/she is responsible.
• Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in a hospital is preferred, including maintenance, repair, and monitoring of:
  • Fire suppression and sprinkler systems.
  • Water management procedures and protocols.
  • Kitchen equipment and Department of Health compliance.
  • Medical gas distribution and regulatory requirements.
  • Waste and water utilities servicing all on-campus buildings.
• Working knowledge of computerized work order systems, including the ability to navigate, update, and complete work orders with accurate documentation.
• Ability to move throughout the facility’s various buildings, roofs, tunnels, and confined spaces.
• Ability and knowledge to operate and maintain power equipment/tools, both stationary and portable, pertaining to the maintenance field.
• Ability to perform maintenance work or repairs using ladders, scaffolds, man-lifts, and safety equipment at extreme heights.
• Familiarity with applicable local, state, and federal codes.

Qualifications

• Journeyman’s license or 10 years of progressively responsible experience in a hospital.
• ASSE Plumbing backflow license preferred.
• I.C.R.A. training preferred.
• Valid PA driver’s license.
• Act 34 criminal clearance.