Jamaica Hospital Medical Center is seeking a highly skilled Plumber A to oversee critical plumbing operations that directly support patient care and hospital safety. This role requires top-tier technical expertise, leadership ability, and full compliance with all regulatory certifications. Every qualification listed is mandatory.
ROLE SUMMARY
As our Plumber A, you will supervise plumbing technicians and manage the operation, maintenance, and installation of essential hospital systems, including :
- Medical gas distribution systems
- Steam and condensate utilities
- Domestic water and drainage systems
- Backflow prevention assemblies
- Fire suppression piping
- Specialty hospital plumbing infrastructure
You will ensure readiness for inspections, coordinate system shutdowns with clinical teams, and uphold the highest safety and compliance standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & Training
Lead a team of plumbing professionals, assign daily tasks, and enforce safety, compliance, and infection-control standards.Provide hands-on training and support staff development.Maintenance & Repairs
Oversee PM programs for medical gases, steam, domestic water, drainage, fire suppression systems, and backflow devices.Troubleshoot and repair valves, fixtures, steam coils, leaks, and complex piping issues.Installation & Project Oversight
Direct installation of fixtures, medical gas piping, steam components, and backflow assemblies.Coordinate shutdowns and assist emergency / fire response operations.Compliance & Documentation
Maintain PM logs, inspection records, and CMMS entries.Ensure compliance with NYC Plumbing Code, OSHA, NFPA, JCAHO, and all FDNY certificate requirements.Tagged as : plumber
Requirements
MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
All qualifications listed below are critical and required for consideration.
High School Diploma or GED (required)Minimum 5+ years of commercial or institutional plumbing experience (Hospital or healthcare environment strongly preferred)Journeyman or Master Plumber license / certification (NYC Master Plumber preferred - 7 years' experience or applicable degree)Medical gas and backflow certification (required upon hire)FDNY Certificates of Fitness : G-60, F-60, (all required)Strong ability to read blueprints, plan work, and interpret code requirementsValid NYS driver's licenseAbility to lift 50+ lbs., handle heavy tools, climb ladders, and work in confined spacesPAY & BENEFITS
$36.6608 per hourFull 1199SEIU Union Benefits, including medical / dental / vision, pension, paid time off, tuition benefits, and strong union protections.