Journeyman Plumber -Skilled Trades Technician 3

St. Luke's Health System•Boise, ID

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Skilled Trades Technician 3 Journeyman Plumber maintains and repairs facilities, buildings, equipment, fixtures, and systems under minimal supervision. The role performs plumbing inspections, installations, repairs, and replacements for pipes, fittings, and fixtures serving heating, water, gas, and drainage systems, in accordance with specifications and plumbing codes. Plumbing work may include assembling pipe sections and fittings; testing pipes or fixtures with water or air to identify leaks; caulking leaks; clearing clogged drains; installing sinks, showers, toilets, water heaters, and related fixtures; and consulting blueprints, building codes, and specifications to determine work details and procedures. The technician also troubleshoots facility systems, performs preventive maintenance and repairs, responds to dispatched service requests and scheduled work, identifies materials and supplies needed, and follows established safety procedures. The position coordinates day-to-day operations of a group of employees and work with outside contractors, helps ensure code and building standards are met, and serves as a trainer, lead, subject matter expert, and first point of escalation for complex issues. The schedule is 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Four years of experience in the area of specialization.
Valid driver's license.
Journeyman license in Electrical, Plumbing, or HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning).
Must meet St. Luke's driving policy requirements and maintain a valid, current driver's license.

Responsibilities

Perform repairs, modifications, and preventive maintenance on buildings, facilities, equipment, fixtures, and systems.
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain facility systems.
Perform work based on dispatched service requests or daily and weekly work schedules.
Review work requirements and document needed materials, supplies, and instructions.
Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
Review repair and maintenance requests, determine the nature of problems, and recommend appropriate solutions.
Inspect, install, repair, and replace pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures for heating, water, gas, and drainage systems.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, and fittings using appropriate joining materials and methods, including soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
Test pipes and plumbing fixtures with water or air and use pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Caulk leaks, clear clogged drains, and install sinks, showers, toilets, water heaters, and related plumbing fixtures.
Review blueprints, building codes, and specifications to determine work details and procedures.
Coordinate the day-to-day operations of a group of employees.
Coordinate work with outside contractors.
Ensure code and building standards are met.
Serve as a trainer, lead, or subject matter expert and act as a first point of escalation.
May participate in interviews, training, onboarding, and performance improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.