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Plumber - Facilities Operations

Silver Cross Hospital · New Lenox, IL · $30.23–$37.79 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 25, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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About your past

Tell me about a time you had to work in a space with patients or the public nearby. How did you manage it?

What they are checking: Whether they keep work areas safe, clean and quiet when people who are sick or vulnerable are close by.

Describe a repair that did not go as planned. What happened and what did you learn?

What they are checking: Whether they own setbacks honestly and adjust their approach instead of blaming parts or people.

What would you do

You get a call about a water leak above a ceiling in a patient care area. Walk me through your first ten minutes.

What they are checking: Whether they act fast to stop damage while protecting patients, infection control and ongoing care.

You have three work orders open and an emergency comes in. How do you decide what to do?

What they are checking: Whether they triage by impact on patient care and safety, and communicate when other jobs will slip.

How do you coordinate a planned water shutdown with nursing and other departments?

What they are checking: Whether they plan shutdowns with clear notice so clinical teams can keep care running safely.

About the work

What are ICRA and PCRA, and how do they change how you work during a renovation in an occupied hospital?

What they are checking: Whether they understand containment and risk assessments that keep construction dust and water from harming patients.

How do you troubleshoot a recurring drain backup on a unit where you cannot shut things down for long?

What they are checking: Whether they can find root causes on sanitary systems while keeping disruption to patient care minimal.

What is involved in maintaining domestic water systems in a hospital, and why does water management matter for patient safety?

What they are checking: Whether they know hospital water carries risks like Legionella, so maintenance is a safety task and not just plumbing.

How do you document your work in a CMMS, and why does that record matter?

What they are checking: Whether they keep accurate maintenance records that support regulatory surveys and future repairs.

Which fixtures and safety equipment, like eyewash stations or mixing valves, have you installed or maintained?

What they are checking: Whether their hands-on experience covers the fixtures and safety devices a hospital depends on.

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The full job description

As published by Silver Cross Hospital.

Silver Cross Hospital is an extraordinary place to work. We’re known for our culture of excellence and delivery of unrivaled experiences for our patients, their families, the communities we serve…and for each other. Come join us! It’s the way you want to be treated. Position Summary : Silver Cross Hospital is seeking a skilled and reliable Plumber to support the operation, maintenance, and repair of critical plumbing systems across the hospital campus. This role is essential to ensuring a safe, compliant environment that supports uninterrupted patient care. The Plumber will work in both patient care and non-clinical areas while adhering to all infection control, safety, and regulatory requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : • Install, maintain, and repair domestic water, sanitary, and storm systems throughout the facility • Troubleshoot and resolve plumbing issues with urgency to minimize impact to patient care operations • Respond to emergency conditions including leaks, system failures, and drainage issues • Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with department schedules and regulatory standards • Replace and repair plumbing fixtures including sinks, toilets, showers, valves, and safety equipment • Support construction and renovation activities; comply with ICRA and PCRA requirements • Maintain accurate documentation using CMMS systems • Coordinate work with clinical departments to ensure minimal disruption and patient safety • Adhere to applicable codes and standards including local plumbing codes, NFPA, CMS, and The Joint Commission • Participate in on-call rotation and after-hours response as required Required Education and Skills: • High school diploma or equivalent required • Valid State of Illinois Plumbing License required • Minimum 3–5 years of plumbing experience required • Working knowledge of plumbing systems required • Experience in a hospital or healthcare environment preferred • Familiarity with ICRA and PCRA processes preferred • Experience using CMMS systems preferred Work Shift Details: Days - Variable weekday and weekend, Days Department: BUILDING SERVICES Benefits for You At Silver Cross Hospital, we care about your health and well-being and that is why we work hard to provide quality and affordable benefit options for you and your eligible family members. Silver Cross Hospital and Silver Cross Medical Groups offer a comprehensive benefit package available for Full-time and Part-time employees which includes: · Medical, Dental and Vision plans · Life Insurance · Flexible Spending Account · Other voluntary benefit plans · PTO and Sick time · 401(k) plan with a match · Wellness program · Tuition Reimbursement Registry employees who meet eligibility may participate in our 401(k) Savings plan with a potential match. However, registry employees are ineligible for Health and Welfare benefits. The expected pay for this position is listed below: $30.23 - $37.79 The final pay rate offered may be more than the posted range based on several factors including but not limited to: licensure, certifications, work experience, education, knowledge, demonstrated abilities, internal equity, market data, and more.

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