Plumber

Shift Hours

Mon - Fri  7a - 3:30p

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.
 

Required - High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred - Trade school training in Plumbing or Pipe Fitting
 

Required - Current Louisiana State Journeymen Plumbers License in the state of practice

Preferred - Medical Gas and Back-Flow Certification

Required - Trade school training in plumbing or pipe fitting

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.

• Knowledge of the state, parish, and southern building codes.

• Drawing skills to document plumbing changes for updating prints on CADD.

• Ability to properly using all power, hand tools and specialized equipment associated with the plumbing/pipe fitting trade.

• Interpersonal skills to deal effectively and courteously with a diverse group of internal and external callers and visitors.

• Ability to handle mental and physical stress and pressure to complete all jobs including emergencies.

• Ability to work indoors, outdoors, and in restricted spaces involving static postures/positions which must be held for extended periods of time.

• Ability to work extended hours and call-in on an emergency basis.

Job Duties

• Performs a variety of repair and installation duties in and around the buildings of the facility of the plumbing systems such as water and sewer, steam, air, piped medical gas, vacuum and fire protection.
• Performs Preventative Maintenance on associated plumbing system components and documents accordingly to department procedures.
• Assists outside contractors with plumbing system outages during major utility repairs and/or new construction.
• Assists other Facilities Management staff with troubleshooting/repairing equipment as it relates to the Facility infrastructure.
• Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.

Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.