Tradesman, Plumber

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Department

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the plumber is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining pipes, fixtures and other plumbing used for water distribution and waste water disposal. In residential, commercial and industrial buildings. Also repairs and maintains medical gas systems and sprinkler systems of Denver Health facilities.

Essential Functions:

• Performs preventative maintenance, new installations, repairs and monthly tests as required by/according to applicable and current standards and codes on all types of Domestic Water and Sewer Systems. Including Sewer System back-ups. Performs preventative maintenance, new installations, repairs and monthly tests as required by/according to applicable and current standards and codes on all types of sprinkler systems. Performs preventative maintenance, new installations, repairs and monthly tests as required by/according to applicable and current standards and codes on all types of Medical Gas Systems. Performs Emergency repairs, responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns. (35%)
• Acts as a lead for projects and repairs assigned that require helpers/assistants by coordinating, organizing and guidance to the assistants to insure project completion. Maintains computerized work order records and organize daily activity reports. Estimate materials, labor and equipment costs. Keep All Certifications and Licenses required for this job current. Reviews blue prints, schematics and drawings of all plumbing systems of new buildings and/or remodels for the purpose of determining that the design and products meet DHHA standards. (35%)
• Reviews/Ensures all contractor work of installations or repairs meet applicable and current standards, codes and design drawings. Requests / pulls permits from City of Denver building department as needed for minor installations and repairs. (30%)

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required

Work Experience:

• Four years working in a Commercial environment required

Licenses:

• DLR-Colorado Driver's License Class R - DMV - Department of Motor Vehicles required
• Plumber - Journeyman - Tradesmen International required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials common to the plumbing trade.
• Strong knowledge of applicable plumbing codes, regulations, policies and installation and maintenance procedures,
• Understanding of mechanical operations of equipment such as pumps, boilers, heaters, and other plumbing components.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other trades.
• Analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to make decisions in high pressure situations.
• Effective communication skills in written, verbal, listening and presentation.
• Effective negotiation and mediation skills.
• Strong ability to perform work orders efficiently without or minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to estimate materials labor and equipment requirements for costs and job planning.
• Ability to maintain records, organize daily activity reports.
• Ability to read blue prints, make one line diagrams for material and labor estimates.

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Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.