Maintenance Technician | Plumbing

Job Description Summary

The Hospital Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and general maintenance of hospital facilities and equipment, with a primary focus on plumbing systems. This position plays a critical role in ensuring a safe, functional, and compliant healthcare environment by maintaining building systems and responding promptly to maintenance requests while minimizing disruptions to patient care.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC001533 LAN - Plant Operation & Maintenance (LMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-23

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial plumbing systems, including water supply, drainage, sewer, and medical support piping.
• Repair and replace faucets, sinks, toilets, valves, water heaters, pumps, and other plumbing fixtures.
• Perform preventative maintenance on plumbing equipment and building systems according to established schedules.
• Respond quickly to emergency maintenance calls, including water leaks, sewer backups, clogged drains, and equipment failures.
• Perform general maintenance tasks including carpentry, painting, drywall repair, electrical troubleshooting, HVAC support, and other facility repairs as needed.
• Maintain mechanical rooms, utility spaces, and equipment in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Assist with installation and modification of plumbing and facility systems during renovation or construction projects.
• Monitor building systems and identify potential maintenance concerns before failures occur.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to document work orders, preventative maintenance, labor hours, and materials used.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, OSHA regulations, infection prevention standards, and applicable building codes.
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors as needed for specialized repairs.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedules and respond to after-hours emergencies when required.
• Support departmental goals by maintaining a positive, customer-focused attitude when interacting with staff, patients, and visitors.

Additional Job Description

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical or vocational training in plumbing, facilities maintenance, or a related trade preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of commercial or institutional maintenance experience required.
• Previous experience in a hospital, healthcare facility, or similar critical environment preferred.
• Strong commercial plumbing repair and troubleshooting experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of commercial plumbing systems and repair techniques.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and work order systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
• Basic computer skills for documenting maintenance activities.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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