POSITION SUMMARY:

The Plumber is responsible for providing plumbing and pipe-fitting services to the Hospital and, as a member of the Facilities Management team, is responsible for maintaining critical equipment and life safety systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspecting, installing, repairing and replacing pipes, fittings and plumbing fixtures to maintain the heating, water, gas, drainage, and specialized plumbing/mechanical systems of the Hospital.
• Planning installation by studying blueprints (both hardcopy and electronic), and tracing systems associated with the hospital’s infrastructure.
• Proactively identify and correct mechanical issues so as not to adversely impact normal Hospital operations
• Ability to investigate and troubleshoot using integrated systems techniques
• Performing preventive maintenance on plumbing, mechanical, and hospital specific systems
• Plan and execute mechanical shutdowns as required, minimizing the impact to hospital operations
• Ability to work alone with minimal supervision as required, specifically off-hour shifts and weekends
• Performing mandatory testing and analysis such as water treatment, weekly back-up emergency generators testing
• Participate in a project team environment for own-forces renovations and external contractors associated with capital infrastructure projects
• Knowledgeable in computerized building automation systems (BAS)
• Knowledgeable with fire alarm systems
• Participate in energy management initiatives
• Knowledgeable regarding all application Codes and Regulations associated with plumbing/mechanical work, and healthcare facilities
• Installing pipe assemblies and plumbing fixtures.
• Replacing worn or damaged parts.
• Performing steam-fitting duties.
• Perform steam trap analysis and correct as required
• Estimating material requirements and costs and preparing requisitions.
• Completing work orders and the associated reporting documents in a timely manner using the Hospital’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)- AMMS
• Ability to prioritize work orders
• Training, orientating, and mentoring new staff
• Providing a call-back service as required by the hospital, and have the ability to perform decision-making duties independently. Response to the Hospital while on-call must be within 30 minutes

Perform other duties as may be requested by the Director of Facilities Management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Graduate of grade 12 is required
• Completion of 5-year apprenticeship to attain Ministry of College and Universities (of Ontario) certificate of qualification in the certified trade of “Plumber.” is required
• Current G-1 Gas License is an asset

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years experience as a licensed Plumber is required (post apprenticeship)
• 3 years experience in a Hospital environment an asset

Competencies:

• Demonstrated emotional stability, maturity, self-confidence, reliability, dependability and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to follow verbal and written instructions with and without supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to sustain pressure of work and flexibility in ordering/re-ordering priorities.
• Demonstrated written and verbal ability to communicate with staff, contractors, and others.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand blueprints, specifications, and operational maintenance manuals.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, organize, and complete work in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to mathematically estimate materials and costs, and to measure pipes.
• Demonstrated ability to work rapidly under emergency situations.
• Demonstrated ability to direct suggestions, criticism, and questions to appropriate person.
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend a wide range of technical subjects and coordinate details.

Our Employees Enjoy

• a professional practice environment
• a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
• wellness initiatives
• continuing education grants
• employee recognition and assistance programs
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• equal opportunities for growth and development

Closing Statement

OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.

Employment Equity

Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.