**Overview** Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ioujd4fnJcY) . Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experience Hello Humankindness (https://www.chisaintjosephhealth.org/library/landing/humankindness) with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our team members well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance such as: + Paid Time Off (PTO) + 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs with matching + Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance + Mental Health resources for you and your family + Wellness Program with rewards up to $450 + Tuition Reimbursement for future career growth and development + Adoption Assistance + Voluntary Protection: Accident, Critical Illness, Identify Theft and Pet Insurance + Short and Long Term Disability + Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits to support adult and child care needs + Employer Discounts + Relocation Assistance* + Employee Referral Bonuses up to $7,500* *for eligible hires and positions Learn more about Saint Joseph Hospital and its awards and recognitions here: Saint Joseph Hospital (https://www.chisaintjosephhealth.org/saint-joseph-hospital) . Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians advanced practice clinicians nurses and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2200 care centers serving 24 states. **Responsibilities** **J** **OB** **S** **UMMARY** **/ P** **URPOSE** **This position is responsible for all plumbing, piping and steam systems and equipment. These systems are life support systems or essential utilities, including medical gasses/vacuum. Sewage systems, domestic water supply, domestic hot and cold water generation and distribution and steam and condensation systems (i.e., sterilization).** **E** **SSENTIAL** **K** **EY** **J** **OB** **R** **ESPONSIBILITIES** + Installs, repairs and maintains hospital fixtures and equipment such as urinals, toilets, sinks, drinking fountains, faucets. + Install, inspects, and maintains all existing plumbing systems and related lines such as hot and cold water lines, steam lines, sewer lines. + Completes inspections of all plumbing systems and equipment according to established procedures completing log sheets, checklists and PM sheets as required. + Completes required documentation in reference to mechanical systems as required by federal, state and regulatory agencies. + Works as part of the project team. + Assist other skilled workers and perform general maintenance work as requested. + Assist Contractors with building information as needed. + Facilitates the efficient operation of the department by answering the telephone and assisting callers or visitors with requests. + Safe handling/disposal / packaging for Transport of Pharmaceutical Waste/ Hazardous Materials/Bio- Hazardous Regulated Medical Waste. 1) Completes the Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) and Hazardous Waste education during employee orientation. 2) Tri-annually education for the D.O.T training. 3) is knowledgeable of the process for identifying the proper waste stream and uses the appropriate container to dispose of waste. 4) Knowledgeable regarding the process to contact the emergency response coordinator for hazardous waste/pharmaceutical release/spill clean-up. + Other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** **M** **INIMUM** **Q** **UALIFICATIONS** **Required Education and Experience** High school diploma or equivalent Apprenticeship program or 2 year associate's degree preferred Plumber Journeyman License Preferred 5 years commercial plumbing experience **Required Licensure and Certifications** PLUMBER:KY; AUTO:KY **Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Training** + Must have strong relationship building skills and the ability to make and use connections throughout CHI Saint Joseph Health to complete projects and maintain strong partnerships with other departments. + Must have strong initiative and be able to gather and analyze information skillfully and be able to brainstorm alternative resources and directions. + Must be able to break down complex tasks into manageable parts in a systematic, detailed way and considers input from several sources. + Must be detail oriented in gathering relevant data while attending to essential details; checks work for accuracy and quality. + Must be able to problem-solve by identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner, as well as develop alternative solutions when needed. + Must have great flexibility and the ability to continually look for ways to make appropriate adjustments and changes -- rather than identifying why things cannot be accomplished -- in order to meet the changing needs of CHI Saint Joseph Health. + Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret common and industry-related documents. + Must have the ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from CHI Saint Joseph Health leadership and staff. + Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. + Must have the ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deliver successful results. **Pay Range** $20.62 - $28.35 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.