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Plumber, Full-time

Spaulding Hospital - Boston and Cambridge
United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge
1575 Cambridge Street (Show on map)
May 14, 2025
Summary
Responsible for materials, fixtures used in the installation, removal, maintenance, extension and alternative of a plumbing system of all piping fixtures, fixed appliances and appurtenances in connection with the following sanitary drainage on storm drainage facilities, special wastes, the venting system and the public or private water supply systems. Working knowledge of chilled water supply and returns
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
-Installs and repairs plumbing throughout the campus including, but not limited to: piping valves, faucets, plumbing fixtures, drains.
-May perform functions of a gas fitter, steamfitter and sprinkler fitter
-Maintains wastewater treatment systems
-Must also be proficient in the assembly and installation of different plumbing materials such as but not limited to: iron, steel, glass, copper and plastic
-Responds to emergency and trouble calls throughout the Hospital
-Must be able to soft, solder, silver solder and caulk joints
-Installs and maintains oxygen, vacuum and air systems

Education
Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Plumbing preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Journeyman Plumber [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Master Plumber [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred ASSE 6010 Installer Certified (NITC) - National Inspection Testing and Certification Corporation preferred ASME IX Brazer Certification/Medical Gas Brazer - National Inspection Testing and Certification Corporation preferred Wastewater Treatment Operator [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of Certification of Operators of Wastewater Treatment Facilities preferred Personal Drivers License (New Hampshire) - New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles preferred
Experience
completion of a three-year apprentice program in plumbing plus one to two years of formal training 2-3 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read and follow blueprints.
- Knowledge of Massachusetts plumbing codes.
- Physical strength to carry tools and equipment, and to walk throughout the Hospital.
- Ability to work overtime on occasion and ability to provide own hand tools.
- Occasionally (less than 15% of the time) must exert to lift over seventy pounds.

Physical Requirements
  • Standing Constantly (67-100%)
  • Walking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
  • Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)


  • The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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