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Maintenance Trades Specialist III - Plumber

Advocate Health · Oak Lawn, IL

Posted Aug 27, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Tell me about a time you diagnosed a plumbing failure in a building where you couldn't just shut the whole system down. How did you handle it?

whether the candidate can work around occupied, critical spaces without disrupting operations

Tell me about a time you had to fix something outside your usual specialty, maybe electrical or mechanical, because the situation demanded it.

versatility across MEP systems, since this role isn't plumbing-only

Describe a situation where you had to keep working with very little supervision and make a judgment call on your own.

ability to operate independently, which the posting explicitly calls out

Tell me about a time a repair took longer than expected and staff or patients were affected. How did you communicate with them?

soft skills and composure when work disrupts a clinical environment

What's your process for staying current on continuing education or license renewals for your trade?

whether the candidate treats certification upkeep seriously, since the role requires ongoing CEUs

Technical

Walk me through how you'd approach a medical gas system issue in a patient care area.

depth of hands-on knowledge with medical gas systems and awareness of the added risk in a hospital setting

What's your experience with backflow preventers, water heaters, and steam or condensate lines, and what's a repair you're proud of on one of those?

concrete verification of core plumbing skills at the journeyman-plus level this role expects

How comfortable are you reading blueprints and Life Safety drawings, and can you give an example where doing that correctly prevented a mistake?

actual fluency with technical drawings versus just claiming familiarity

What do you know about codes or compliance standards that apply to plumbing and water systems in a hospital, like backflow testing or Joint Commission requirements?

awareness of the regulatory environment specific to healthcare facilities, not just general plumbing code

Have you used a building automation system to troubleshoot a problem before it became a bigger issue? Tell me about that.

real experience connecting BAS monitoring to physical repairs, not just system familiarity

Situational

Say you're paged at 2 a.m. for a burst pipe flooding near a critical care unit. What do you do first, and who do you call?

judgment under pressure and understanding of hospital escalation protocols during on-call coverage

If you found a plumbing issue that wasn't an emergency but was clearly a compliance risk down the road, how would you document it and get it prioritized?

judgment about escalation and written communication in a system that runs on documentation and CMMS

You're asked to lift and move equipment near overhead pipe runs in a tight mechanical room. What safety steps do you take before starting?

practical safety awareness given the physical demands and hazard exposure listed in the posting

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 11917 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Facilities Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Regular Day shift Pay Range: $30.70 - $46.05 It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling! Position: Maintenance Trades Specialist III - Plumber Location: Christ Medical Center; Oak Lawn, IL. Full Time; 1st shift Major Responsibilities: • Performs preventive maintenance and technical repairs on complex facility systems.  • Diagnoses and implements repairs for Utility and Infrastructure Systems.  • Installs/replace and maintains building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and controls systems.  • Operates and monitors advanced utility equipment (generators, plant chillers, steam boilers, fire protection systems, etc.) and utilizes building automation systems to troubleshoot issues.  • Maintains vacuum, compressed air, and medical gas systems  • Reads blueprints, Life Safety drawings and manuals for accurate task completion.  Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: • Valid Driver’s License.  Trade/Tech School Trades Certificate or trades or industry recognized certification/license requiring Continuing Education Units or periodic renewal to maintain.     Education Required: • Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of technical training.   Experience Required: • 4 or more Years of Experience in relatable industrial/trades maintenance or operations. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: • Ability to work with minimal oversight with advanced technical skills in facility maintenance.    • Clear written and verbal communication skills required.   • Advanced computer skills/competency required in using and operating systems such as Microsoft Office Platform, Building Automation Systems, Pneumatic Tube Systems.   • Clear understanding of applicable compliance codes and guidelines.   Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: • Works required shifts and participates in on-call duty to provide 24/7 coverage.  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.  • Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead, lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest-level, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.  • Must be able to push/pull with 50 lbs. of force.  • Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards and therefore knowledge of safety precautions.  • Position requires travel.  May be exposed to road/weather hazards.  • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.  Preferred Job Requirements: • Community College/Trade school degree • Trade/Tech School Trades Certificate or trades or industry recognized certification/license requiring Continuing Education Units or periodic renewal to maintain.  • 7+ Years of Experience in relatable industrial/trades maintenance or operations. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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