Plumber jobs in Cheyenne, WY

Day in the Life of a Journeyman Plumber:

The Journeyman Plumber works under the supervision of the Facilities Manager. Assembles, installs, and repairs pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating/cooling, domestic water, and drainage systems by performing the following duties. 

Why work at Cheyenne Regional? 

• 403(b) with 4% employer match 

• ANCC Magnet Hospital 

• 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure) 

• Education Assistance Program 

• Employee Sponsored Wellness Program 

• Employee Assistance Program  

• Loan Forgiveness Eligible

Here's what you will be doing:

• Oversees the operation and safety of the mechanical systems on assigned shift

• Performs plumbing, repairs and preventative maintenance tasks for residential and commercial type plumbing systems throughout the hospital and other Cheyenne Regional Medical Center (CRMC) owned facilities (almost exclusively located within Cheyenne city limits)

• Monitors and inspects facilities, equipment, and plumbing systems to determine compliance with State standards, and need for repair or upgrades

• Studies building plans and working drawings to determine functionality of system, work aids required and sequence of installations.

• Maintains, repairs and location knowledge of the natural gas distribution system. Potential work on air/gas and vacuum piping systems as allowed within scope of certification/licensure.

• Performs the installation, operation, preventative maintenance, and repair of plumbing/mechanical systems, including domestic water, irrigation water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer and hydronic heating and cooling systems. 

• Assembles and installs, and repairs valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of metals, such as iron, copper, steel, brass, and lead, and nonmetals, such as glass, vitrified clay, plastic, pex, victaulic fittings, pressed and sweated copper fittings.

• 8.  Installs, inspects and repairs plumbing fixtures and equipment, such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage   disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners.

• Analyzes malfunctions and makes repairs or adjustments.

• Coordinates, monitors and performs installation of materials, fixtures, and equipment to plumbing systems.

• Directs outside plumbing contractors for compliance of standards and good work practices

• Maintains and documents “Life Safety Systems” in domestic hot and cold potable water systems and hot and chilled water closed loops

• Logs and maintains records of operation, maintenance and repairs, and related reports

• Provides support to the HVAC technicians with respect to routine and preventative maintenance on various mechanical, related electrical equipment, Building Automation System (BAS) to include DDC and pneumatic controls in heating, cooling and refrigeration systems.

• Maintains inventory of plumbing parts and supplies

• Responds to emergencies on campus related to loss of power, fire, flooding, HVAC breakdowns or safety and security actions. 

• Seasonal snow removal and ice mitigation as needed.

Desired skills:

• Ability to work variable rotating shifts

• Knowledge of State of Wyoming codes, practices, procedures, equipment and systems related assigned function and applicable safety practices and procedures

• Knowledge of the National Plumbing Code and ability to interpret and locate specific items in code

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public

• Ability to work in small, close spaces; climb ladders; work in hot, cold, noisy environments  

• Verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to read and comply with blueprints, diagrams, schematics, manuals, and specifications

• Ability to use various tools, equipment, test equipment, and computer software related to the assigned function

• Excellent mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills

• Ability to use duty phone for day to day requests

Here’s what you will need:

• Four (4) or more years of commercial plumbing experience

• Valid USA driver’s license

• Must have clean driving record that follows Cheyenne Regional Medical Center’s driving guidelines

• 60 Days: City of Cheyenne Journeyman Plumber’s license within 60 days of start date

Nice to have:

• Boiler/Steam piping experience

• HVAC experience

• Backflow Certification

• ASSE 6040 Medical gas maintenance certification

• Experience in Healthcare setting

About Cheyenne Regional:

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000 patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health. 

Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!