Plumber Supervisor

The incumbent plans, directs, and oversees installation, modification, repair, testing, and maintenance of plumbing and piping systems including domestic/process water, sanitary systems, oil and gas distribution, medical gas systems, therapy pool systems, irrigation systems, and fire suppression systems. Ensures compliance with VA policies, NFPA standards, applicable codes, infection prevention requirements, and patient care safety.

Manages workload, staffing, training, resources, and contractor coordination to ensure reliable operations across inpatient, outpatient, and critical care areas. Major duties include but not limited to: Plans, assigns, and schedules work for WG and WL staff across medical gas, domestic/process water, sanitary, therapy pool, irrigation, and fire suppression systems. Prioritizes corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance (PM), recurring inspections, and life safety testing in alignment with patient care operations and Joint Commission readiness. Develops and monitors PM programs, procedures, and checklists. Ensures all work is logged in AEMS/MERS or CMMS and validates work completion and quality. Oversees diagnostic, repair, and replacement activities for pumps, PRVs, valves, pipe sections, sprinkler components, medical gas outlets/valves, and associated control/alarm systems. Ensures compliance with NFPA 25 (inspection, testing, and maintenance for water-based fire protection systems), VA safety directives, plumbing codes, infection control risk assessment (ICRA) practices, and medical gas standards. Coordinates annual certifications (e.g., medical gas) and required NFPA inspections (e.g., fire suppression internal pipe inspections); tracks discrepancies and implements corrective actions. Manages therapy pool operations (water chemistry testing, mechanical reliability, safety compliance) and seasonal irrigation programming and maintenance. Authors SOPs, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and emergency response protocols (e.g., emergency water supply). Leads operational risk assessments; prepares and executes planned shutdowns with proper authorizations and communication to patient care supervisors. Distributes work orders and gives technical direction; ensures materials, tools, and equipment availability; reviews work-in-progress and final products for adherence to standards and codes. Implements performance management (appraisals, awards), discipline, leave administration, and labor management relations per policy. Trains and develops personnel; mentors in medical gas maintenance, fire suppression testing, therapy pool operations, irrigation controller programming, leak detection, and safety. Enforces safety practices and PPE usage; conducts tailgate safety briefings; investigates incidents and near-misses; implements corrective measures. Forecasts materials and spare parts; requests procurement of specialized tools and equipment; supports budget estimates for shop operations. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm Position Description Title/PD#: Plumber Supervisor/PD618-608660 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. Physical Requirements: The incumbent tasks require standing, stooping, squatting, and kneeling in cramped positions for prolonged periods. He/she will be required to work from ladders and scaffolding. He/she will lift and carry heavy objects weighing over 50 pounds.You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Working Conditions: The incumbent may work in various hot, dirty, dusty, wet, or otherwise unpleasant areas. In the performance of his/her duties he/she may be exposed to unpleasant odors, human waste, and other unpleasant materials that are flushed in the sanitary sewer system. He/she will be required to work in contaminated or sterile areas, and will be required to wear protective clothing and mask. There may be exposure to cuts, bruises, burns, contagious diseases, and inclement outdoor weather. He/she will be required to perform proper Lockout/Tagout procedures as well as all other safety requirements that VA policy requires.