NYU WINTHROP is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services.
POSITION SUMMARY: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Plumber. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for assisting in the year-round operation, maintenance and repair of all plumbing related mechanical systems required for the continuous and uninterrupted operation of NYU Winthrop Hospital. This includes, but is not limited to domestic hot and cold water distribution and production, hot water heating, DWV piping, fire sprinkler, and any other equipment or systems which fall under the responsibility of the Engineering Department s Plumbing Shop. Duties may include performing routine maintenance tasks such as: clearing clogged drain lines, changing water filters, performing rounds, testing or repairs to fire sprinkler system and assisting in the repairs of equipment or systems and other forms of operational support. All individuals will be assessed on their abilities to properly perform those tasks as well as follow more general guidelines in the day-to-day performance of their duties as an employee of not only the Engineering Department but as an employee of NYU Winthrop Hospital.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify you must have a High School diploma or GED. Technical Diploma Appropriate Trade/Vocation School. 3 - 5 years Commercial plumbing, building maintenance or plant operations field, preferably Healthcare. Excellent communication skills (both oral & written), interpersonal and organization skills. Must demonstrate a working knowledge and skill in all phases of plumbing repair and maintenance. Must be able to read and follow technical documents, manuals, drawings, schematics, specifications and blueprints. Must be familiar with the proper operation and maintenance of power and hand tools. Must also be able to meet all of the demands of this position, with no physical impairments or impediments.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Current NYS Commercial Plumbers license.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Winthrop provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. NYU Winthrop is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online. If you wish to view NYU Winthrop's EEO policies, please click here. Please click here to view the Federal "EEO is the law" poster or visit https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm for more information. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here.
Required Skills Required Experience