Plumber – Facility Maintenance (New Orleans)

About the role

Ochsner Health is seeking a qualified Plumber to maintain and service the hydrology, steam, gas, and sewerage distribution systems across its facilities. The role involves preventative maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting using specialized equipment and tools.

Key responsibilities

• Perform repair and installation duties on water, sewer, steam, air, medical gas, vacuum, and fire protection systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on plumbing components and document activities per department procedures.
• Assist outside contractors during major utility outages and new construction projects.
• Support other Facilities Management staff with infrastructure‑related troubleshooting and repairs.

Required profile

• High School diploma or equivalent; trade school training in plumbing or pipe fitting preferred.
• Minimum 2 years commercial/industrial plumbing experience, including reading specifications, schematics, blueprints, and mechanical drawings.
• Current Louisiana State Journeymen Plumbers License; Medical Gas and Back‑Flow Certification preferred.

Required skills

• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and mechanical drawings.
• Proficiency with power tools, hand tools, and specialized plumbing equipment.
• Experience with CADD for documenting plumbing changes.
• Knowledge of state, parish, and Southern building codes, as well as medical gas and back‑flow systems.