Plumber

County of Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

49d•Onsite

About The Position

LA Health Services is LA County’s integrated healthcare system and the second-largest public health system in the nation. Our system includes four public hospitals, more than 20 community health centers, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Correctional Health Services, and community-based programs that connect people to care where they are. We serve as the safety net for more than 9.6-9.7 million residents, providing care regardless of ability to pay, insurance coverage, or immigration status. As one connected system, we deliver extraordinary care—from prevention and primary care to emergency, specialty, trauma, and recovery services across Los Angeles County. With more than 2.9 million visits annually and a workforce of over 23,000 dedicated staff, LA Health Services is proud to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and accessible care to everyone, no matter how they come through our doors. Explore our system of hospitals and community health centers: Our Locations – Health Services Los Angeles County MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.

Requirements

Option I: Completion of a recognized plumber apprenticeship training program. A recognized apprenticeship training program is approved and validated by the U.S. Department of Labor or a State Apprenticeship Agency. Applicants who expect to qualify under Option I, must include a legible photocopy of their apprenticeship training certificate.
Option II: Five (5) years of experience in plumbing construction, installation, alteration, or repair work, one (1) year of which must have been as a journey-level plumber. Journey-level experience applies to a person who has completed an apprenticeship program or is an experienced worker, not a trainee, and is fully qualified and able to perform a specific trade without supervision. E.g., selecting appropriate problem solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulations, or applying accurate procedures to carry out work.
A valid California Class C Driver License is required in order to carry out job-related essential functions. A California Class A or B Driver License may be required.
Los Angeles County and Los Angeles City Certification of Registration as a Journey Plumber is required.
A City of Los Angeles Regulation 4 Certificate may be required for testing Life/Safety systems in County buildings located within the city limits of Los Angeles. Life/Safety systems are defined as: fire alarms, automatic-closing fire assemblies, elevator recall, fire suppression, and emergency power systems.
A State of California Fire Extinguisher Test Certificate, and a Grade II Water Treatment Operator License and/or Grade III Distributions License May be required.

Nice To Haves

Additional experience in excess of the Requirements.
Experience in Microsoft Office applications such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel: including but not limited to crafting and editing documents and reports, data entry, and managing worksheets.
Experience in maintaining and repairing medical gas systems, fire alarms, fire suppression, medical air and vacuum systems, water softeners and deionization water systems.
A Certificate of Competence to test backflow prevention devices issued by the Los Angeles County Health Officer.

Responsibilities

Performs journey-level plumbing work in the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of plumbing and related systems.
Locates and removes stoppage in waste lines.
Installs piping for hot and cold water, waste sewage, vent and leader lines, gas, compressed air, etc.
Trains and provides technical supervision for apprentices or helpers.
Maintains tools and equipment used in the plumbing trade in a safe, working condition.
Drives automotive equipment to and from work sites in order to transport tools, equipment, and materials in order to perform job-related essential functions.
Installs or assembles fixtures and appliances connected to plumbing and drainage systems.
Determines reasons for operating malfunctions in piping systems and makes appropriate repairs.
Performs welding and soldering work connected with plumbing.
Records and maintains all required documentation mandated by regulatory agencies.
Procures vendors to perform services and maintenance.
Inspects water mains, fire hydrants, service lines, fire hoses, and fire extinguishers when necessary.
Installs and inspects piping of all types of materials subject to the plumbing code.
Orders and maintains stock of materials and supplies.