Job Description

Plumber 3 - Master - Facilities Management * Days - 40hrs/wk -

Requisition #: req7293

Shift: Days

FTE status: 1

On-call: No

Weekends: Yes

General Summary:

The Plumber 3 - Master provides maintenance and repair services, specializing in both domestic supply and waste as well as hydronic plumbing work for Metro Health Facilities Management under the direction and supervision of the Manager - Maintenance to ensure comfortable, efficient, continuous and compliant facility operation.

Requirements:

• High school or vocational school diploma or GED.
• Licensed with the State of Michigan as a Master Plumber, or hold comparable license from another recognized organization and obtain State of Michigan license within 6 months of employment. Preferred State of Michigan Contractor License. Certified by the State of Michigan or another recognized organization to Test and Repair Backflow Prevention Devices or certified in another state and obtain Michigan certification within 6 months of employment.
• Valid Michigan driver\'s license without restriction affecting performance of job responsibilities; or another State as long as a Michigan license is received in accordance with State of Michigan guidelines for individuals moving to this state.
• Five years of demonstrated ability in healthcare engineering and maintenance or food processing licensed facility engineering and maintenance, or ten years of demonstrated ability in commercial building maintenance or construction. Plumbing diploma, associate degree program or other advanced mechanical training, preferred. Will also consider service in Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) in plumbing or related field.
• Valid EPA Section 608 Universal Technician Certification or have the required experience and knowledge and obtain certification within 1 Year of employment.
• Valid Boiler Operator\'s License through a recognized independent licensing entity, municipality, state, or federal agency or have the required experience and knowledge and obtain certification within 2 Years of employment.
• MECH Senior Health Care Mechanic Certification or have the required experience and knowledge and obtain certification within 30 Months of employment.
• Able to read and comprehend at an advanced level of understanding construction drawings and specifications, owner, and operator manuals, etc. Able to write and draw advanced level construction drawings and specifications. Advanced understanding and maintain current understanding with all aspects of the Michigan Plumbing Code that apply to the facilities, maintain an advanced familiarity and understanding of all plumbing equipment, installations, and systems within the facilities.
• Able to verbally communicate fluently with individuals at all levels inside and outside the organization. Must be able to effectively communicate, read and construct written communications in English.
• Able to work independently, in support of other technicians, and as a team. Able to prioritize, schedule and effectively conduct work.
• Able to successfully mentor and train others with advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Able to effectively use a computer, tablet, and other technology devices to conduct research on internal and external resources, utilize the department computerized maintenance management system, communicate via email and text messaging, receive and schedule calendar appointments, receive electronic training and receive and respond to alerts from multiple building and equipment management systems, etc.
• Intermediate familiarity and understanding of electrical equipment, power distribution and lighting, heating and cooling equipment and systems, and general carpentry and painting.

• Utilize the department Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to both create and receive work requests, document time spent, parts used and ongoing status and completion information, etc. Create new assets, revise equipment and location, develop and document OEM preventative and repair procedures, etc.
• Utilize the department Building Automation System (BAS), Pneumatic Tube Transport System, as well as other automated equipment systems to view conditions, identify concerns, troubleshoot issues, respond to alarms, modify schedules, change values, and decommission as well as install replacement sensors, controllers, and devices, etc. with appropriate coordination of the Automation Analyst.
• Accurately complete all required documentation including but not limited to the Infection Control Risk Assessment, Alternative Life Safety Measures, etc. for compliance with Metro Health policies and procedures and other authorities having jurisdiction including but not limited to Health Care Facilities Accreditation Program, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, State of Michigan, City of Wyoming, etc. Review evidence books and identify missing or incorrect documentation and take appropriate corrective action. Review evidence books and documentation against Health Care Facilities Accreditation Program, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and other applicable standards and take appropriate corrective action to ensure evidence books meet current standards.
• Inspect both visually and through the use of technology the grounds, buildings and equipment to assess condition and operation, level of preventative maintenance, and detect conditions needing maintenance and repair; prepares documentation, reports and work requests from inspections. Conduct root cause analysis of failure and develop solutions. Develop scope, prepare specifications, and other detail necessary to complete work for approval.
• Complete preventative maintenance and corrective work orders including investigating the requirements and troubleshooting the problem(s) to determine the best solution. This includes prioritizing, scheduling, communicating, requesting non-stock parts, and documenting time spent, parts used and ongoing status and completion information. Using appropriate hand, power and specialty tools and maintaining a clean, neat, and compliant work area:

• Perform advanced plumbing maintenance, testing, repair, replacement, and new installation with in-depth knowledge of the Michigan Plumbing Code (adopted IPC) at the skill level of a plumber master.
• Perform intermediate electrical maintenance, testing, repair, replacement, and installation with awareness of the Michigan Electric Code (adopted NEC)
• Perform intermediate heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration maintenance, testing, repair, replacement, and installation with awareness of the Michigan Mechanical Code (adopted IMC)
• Perform finish painting and maintenance painting of various surfaces, structures, and equipment
• Perform intermediate carpentry work
• Reconfigure, install, move, positions, and remount modular offices and equipment
• Perform intermediate equipment repair
• Accompany, assist, and coordinate vendors and contractors providing services within or upon Metro Health facilities. With approval research vendor/contractor capabilities, develop specifications, obtain, and analyze quotes, schedule work and coordinate contract services.
• Mentor and train all Facilities Management staff to improve their technical skill and knowledge as well as process and procedural skill and knowledge. Provides \'first contact\' technical support and reviews quality of work-in-progress as well as completed work of Maintenance Plumbers and others conducting plumbing maintenance and provides feedback to staff as well as the Manager - Maintenance.
• Review and develop effective processes, procedures, and policies. Assist in development and planning of plumbing building systems, engineering capital projects & initiatives. Independently manage projects being conducted by both staff and contracted service providers including development of specifications and requests for proposals, review of proposals and submittals, and management of scope, schedule, and budget. Attend, participate, and lead where appropriate planning and coordination meetings as directed across a wide spectrum of project assignments.
• Monitor inventory and request both stock and non-stock parts, maintain parts rooms along with tool and equipment storage areas in a clean and organized manner. Work with purchasing coordinator to select and establish quality, grade, PAR level, etc. of inventory.
• Transport self/others to worksite, load/unload/pickup/deliver department stock/materials/tools/equipment, transport a variety of furniture/fixtures/equipment for other departments utilizing appropriate transport equipment including dollies, pallet jacks, hi-lo, motorized non-highway vehicles and motorized highway vehicles.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Respond timely and report to work for call-in, call-back, and telephone and other electronic requests for information both on and off-shift as well as on and off-rotation. Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions whether they occur on/off-shift as well as on/off rotation. Work extended and flexible hours when required including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays to access restricted areas and respond to non-clinical emergency requests and department absence and call coverage.
• Performs other duties as assigned. These may include but are not limited to: Maintaining a current knowledge base of department processes, protocols and procedures, pursuing self-directed learning and continuing education opportunities, and participating on committees, task forces, and work groups as determined by management.

University of Michigan Health-West