Plumbing & General Mechanical Systems Technician - Days

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Full time

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St. Francis Hospital is looking for a Plumbing & General Mechanical Systems Technician to join our team!

Job Title:

Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Technician Employment Type:

Full Time, 40 hours per week

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Days.

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St. Francis Hospital Position Purpose This position is responsible for advanced plumbing work and higher-level general maintenance across the hospital campus. This includes installation, repair, and preventative maintenance of complex plumbing systems, mechanical infrastructure, and cross-functional building systems. The technician ensures safe, reliable, and efficient facility operations and provides technical leadership on complex maintenance tasks. Completes periodic inspections and maintains equipment associated with life safety, plumbing, heating, mechanical and associated systems. As a Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Technician you will: Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions. Performs expert-level plumbing work, including installation, troubleshooting, and repair of domestic water systems, drainage systems, medical gas piping, and backflow prevention assemblies. Executes higher-level general maintenance tasks across HVAC, mechanical, structural, and building systems. Diagnoses complex system failures and recommends long-term corrective actions. Installs, maintains, and repairs pumps, control valves, water heaters, heat exchangers, pressure systems, and related components. Maintains accurate logs of work performed, inspections, and preventative maintenance. Maintains routine records and inspections, preventative maintenance and repair records. Provides guidance and direction to junior technicians and coordinates work with contractors. Fabricates plumbing and mechanical piping systems using threaded, flange, welded, brazed, and soldered connections. Rebuilds, adjusts, and repairs valves, pumps, and mechanical components. Responds to facility emergencies, including leaks, mechanical failures, and critical system faults. Maintains knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local regulations and compliance requirements Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

Comprehensive knowledge of commercial plumbing systems, mechanical systems, and general maintenance practices.as normally obtained through completion of an accredited trade or vocational program in plumbing or mechanical systems. high school diploma required. Three (3) - five (5) years of commercial or institutional plumbing experience, including experience with related mechanical systems. Ability to interpret blueprints, system diagrams, and technical manuals. Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills. Experience in a hospital setting preferred

Position Highlights and Benefits:

Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment. Work/Life balance with flexible schedules. Free onsite parking. Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all. Referral Rewards Program For more than 90 years, Saint Francis Hospital has served the Wilmington community and Northern New Castle County by providing compassionate health care of the highest quality. Founded by the Sisters of Saint Francis of Philadelphia in 1924, Saint Francis heeds a particular call to serve those in need. Our ministry is to serve all who require expert medical care regardless of religion, race, color, creed or economic status. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.