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Plumber - Facilities Management - Full Time (1.0) - Day Shift
Mohawk Valley Health System
Operations
Utica, NY, USA
USD 22.62-29.4 / hour
Posted on Oct 28, 2025
Job Summary
Experienced in all forms of soldering. Experienced in diagnosing and repair of HVAC problems. Knowledge of sanitary, waste and vent piping. Cutting and thread pipe to meet fabrication needs. Maintain and install plumbing fixtures. Knowledge of medical gas systems. Install and maintain circulating pumps. knowledge of high-pressure steam boilers and delivery systems. Estimate and requisition materials needed for projects. Working knowledge of all OSHA, State, DOH and Hospital Safety Standards. Install and maintain fire protection systems. Working knowledge of simplex fire detection system. Knowledge of air conditioning and refrigeration including ice machines. Understand and follow preventative maintenance programs. Be able to perform heavy lifting and climbing. Ability to perform snow removal duties including shoveling salting and working knowledge of snow plow operations. Strong self-motivation is expected.
Core Job Responsibilities
- 50% Work order response: but not limited to area temperature problems throughout the Facility. Replacing/repairing pump and circulators. Repairing and charging refrigerant systems. Adding or moving equipment for construction projects.
- 25% Preventive maintenance duties: Typical but not limited to filter changes, coil cleaning, and belt changes. Ice machine cleaning and service.
- 15% Compliance with regulatory responsibilities: Ensure appropriate function is maintained to comply with various regulatory agencies. Refrigerant reclaiming, and Fire barrier repair.
- 10% Quality Improvement: to look for ways to improve the patient/visitor experience. Update heating and cooling systems. Modifying or move HVAC components or sensors for improve comfort.
Education/Experience Requirements
Required:
- High School or equivalent
- 5 years of Commercial Plumbing Experience
Preferred:
- Associates or higher degree
- 3-5 years of Healthcare Facilities or Trade Experience
Licensure/Certification Requirements
Preferred:
- Journeyman Plumber license
Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Job Details
Req Id 96155
Department ENGINEERING
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 7.50
FTE 0.94
Work Schedule
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union 2006 - UFCW
Pay Range $22.62 - $ 29.40 Per Hour