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The Plumber supports the operations and maintenance mission at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center by performing skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems and equipment. This role ensures the reliability of critical infrastructure that directly supports patient care, medical operations, research environments, and daily facility functions.
Job Responsibility:
Assemble, install, maintain, and repair piping, fittings, fixtures, and equipment for heating, water, and drainage systems
Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on plumbing infrastructure
Diagnose system issues, identify root causes, ensure proper installation of new components
Run drain snakes and operate high-pressure jetters to clear clogged pipes
Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems across WRNMMC buildings
Respond promptly to service orders, customer calls, and emergency repairs
Perform inspections, testing, and documentation of plumbing systems within the CMMS
Coordinate with hospital departments to schedule system outages and shutdowns
Collaborate with HVAC technicians, electricians, carpenters, and other skilled trades
Participate in after-hours on-call rotations, emergency responses, and high-priority corrective maintenance
Adhere to all WRNMMC safety protocols, infection control requirements, and environmental health standards
Provide recommendations for system improvements, upgrades, and long-term reliability enhancements
Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent
3-5 Years of experience in commercial, institutional, or government facility plumbing experience
Strong understanding of plumbing codes and infrastructure common to large medical facilities
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
Ability to work in mechanical rooms, crawlspaces, rooftops, and active patient care environments
Strong communication, customer service, and teamwork skills
Nice to have:
Trade School or vocational training
Experienced in Healthcare or military medical facility experience
Experienced in Medical gas systems experience
Valid plumbing license depending on task scope
Journeyman-level certification depending on task scope
Experience with medical gas systems
What we offer:
Eligible for a wide range of benefits based on applicable bargaining unit agreements