ROLE SUMMARY

Howard University Hospital is seeking a skilled Plumber to join our Facilities team. In this role, you will inspect, install, repair, and replace pipes, valves, in-line devices, and pipe fittings in steam, domestic hot water, heating hot water, and chilled water systems. The position also assists with maintaining the heating, cooling, domestic water, medical gas, and drainage systems throughout the Health Center—keeping our physical environment safe, functional, and ready for the patients, families, and staff who depend on it every day. If you take pride in precision trade work and want that work to matter, this is a place where it does.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Study engineering drawings, equipment technical information, and sketches to determine equipment selection, routing, sizes, and required fittings.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on a wide variety of plumbing, heating, and cooling equipment and devices, including sinks, pumps, steam traps, commodes, water coolers, water heaters, domestic hot water and heating tube bundles, water filters, vent systems, drainage systems, and pressure and non-pressure piping.
• Maintain and install medical gas and vacuum systems throughout the Health Center; repair blockages in vacuum piping systems and medical air compressors; install manifold valves; and inspect systems for proper operation.
• Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe and tubing according to work order or project specifications.
• Position valves, couplings, and other in-line devices using mechanical techniques.
• Perform maintenance, repairs, and installation on domestic hot and cold water systems and other steam and condensate lines.
• Maintain, repair, and install Health Center fire protection systems, including wet and dry pipe systems; replace sprinkler heads, tamper switches, pipes, fittings, and related devices; and maintain, repair, and install main fire and jockey pumps.
• Maintain, install, test, inspect, and repair backflow prevention devices, and maintain accurate inspection and testing records.
• Prepare and maintain accurate preventive maintenance records.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities related and appropriate to the position and work area.
• Promote adherence to the Health Sciences Compliance Program, the Howard University Code of Ethics, and Health Sciences Standards of Conduct.
• Attend annual and periodic mandatory compliance training, including HIPAA Privacy training, and participate in activities supporting federal healthcare program requirements and the Health Sciences Compliance Program.
• Follow HIPAA Privacy Policies and Procedures and maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, and staff.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years of experience in the plumbing trade.
• DC Certified Plumber license required.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques for working safely with steam and condensate systems.
• Knowledge of steam and other fluid systems.
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team to support the Health Center's needs.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and single-line drawings.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.

Preferred: Completion of a Journeyman Program.

ABOUT HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Founded in 1862 as Freedmen's Hospital, Howard University Hospital is the nation's only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black College or University. As a District of Columbia Level 1 Trauma Center, we deliver advanced, compassionate care to the communities we serve while training the next generation of health care professionals. For more than 150 years, our mission has been to provide exceptional care to all who come through our doors.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Howard University Hospital, your expertise is valued and your growth is supported. We offer:

• A commitment to work-life balance.
• Recognition and rewards for the work you do.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, disability insurance, vacation and sick leave, and a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Tuition remission of up to two courses per semester.
• The opportunity to be part of a mission-driven institution with more than 150 years of service to the community.

POSITION DETAILS

PAY

This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement with Local 2094 and is compensated according to the Local 2094 wage scale for Grade 2094-17. The hourly base pay range for this position is $26.03 - $41.66. Placement within the range is determined by the applicable wage scale and contract provisions. Shift and weekend differentials are paid in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

Culture of Care: In an effort to improve patient safety, Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture. This atmosphere of accountability promotes the identification of human error (mistake), at-risk behavior (behavioral choice that increases risk), and reckless behavior (disregard for risk). The goal is to maintain a culture for learning, safe systems, and well-managed behavioral choices.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation: Howard University Hospital provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact HUHLA@huhosp.org.

Pay Transparency: The posted pay range should reflect the applicable bargaining unit wage scale in effect at the time of posting. Actual pay is determined by the collective bargaining agreement and may be adjusted in accordance with its terms.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The organization reserves the right to alter working hours based on needs.