Plumber III, Maintenance , 8a-5p

Job Description

Summary: Address 530 South Jackson Street Louisville, KY 40202
Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

About the Role

Under the direct supervision of a Supervisor/Lead Mechanic, this position will provide a safe campus, including:

• Installs repairs and/or maintains fixtures and equipment such as urinals, toilets, sinks, drinking fountains and faucets.
• Clears pipe stoppages utilizing drain cleaning equipment.
• Replaces copper, cast and PVC piping.
• Installs, inspects, and maintains all existing plumbing and hydronic systems.
• Completes inspections of all plumbing systems and equipment according to established procedures, federal and state regulation and codes.

Responsibilities

Must be able to have the ability read and understand blueprints and sketches.
Ability to braze, solder and use plumbing tools.
Assists other skilled workers and performs general maintenance work as needed.
Responsible for corrective and preventive maintenance of all assigned equipment utilizing a data-based work order management system.
Responsible for maintaining of parts materials and supplies to perform daily job function.
Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

(Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification)
Education: High School diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)
Plumber apprenticeship or 2-year degree (preferred)
Experience: 5+ years commercial/industrial Plumber (required)
10+ years commercial/industrial Plumber (preferred)
Licensure: Current Valid Driver’s License must be maintained (required)
Plumber Journeyman (preferred)
Certification: Kentucky Society of Healthcare Engineers KSHE Safe Day One (preferred)
Med Gas (preferred)
Backflow Prevention (preferred)

Job Competencies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:
Time management skill, able plan work and priorities
Able to build strong relationships
Able to take initiative and gather and analyze information
Able to break down complex tasks into manageable parts in a systematic, detailed way
Able to check own work for accuracy and quality
Able to problem-solve by identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner, as well as develop alternative solutions when needed
Able to adjust and change rather than identify why things cannot be accomplished
Able to problem solve and come up with a solution
Able to learn other relevant systems and databases, as needed

Language Ability

Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
Must have the ability to read, analyze and interpret common and industry-related documents
Must have the ability to respond to common inquires or complaints from patients, families, UofL staff and the general public

Reasoning Ability

Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Must have the ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deliver successful results

Computer Skills

Basic work knowledge of computers (email)
Specialized programs (data-based work order management system)

Additional Responsibilities

Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times
Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times
Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines
Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members
Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectations

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit
• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve
• Working together as a team to achieve our goals
• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback
• Seking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve
• Using our resources wisely
• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health