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Journeyman Plumber
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Lincoln, NE, 68510
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 25.42-37.82 HOUR
Date Posted : 9 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions:
- Spends majority of work time performing equipment repairs in accordance to assigned request.
- Detects equipment problems, purchases replacement parts and maintains the following equipment:
- Distilled water system i. Compressed air (mechanical/medical)
-Medical vacuum system j. Piping for steam/water/heat/air conditioning
-Sanitary sewer, ejector system k. Storm/floor drains
-Grease traps l. Acid dilution tank
-Condensate return pumps/traps m. Pressure reducing valves
-Drinking water pipes/cooler n. Sprinkler/standpipe systems
-Medical/natural gas o. Hot/cold water booster pumps
-Pipe insulation p. All auxiliary equipment
- On-call for emergency repairs/troubleshooting for the Medical Center.
- All Maintenance associates are expected to help during inclement weather/emergency conditions involving downtime of major equipment and systems within the Medical Center and Plant. Due to maintaining operation of the Medical Center 24-hours a day, each staff person will be required to work overtime as designated by the Maintenance Coordinator and/or Director of Plant Services. Those individuals who accumulate over time will be compensated in accordance with Medical Center policy.
Marginal Job Functions:
- Is cross-trained to lend support to other personnel (i.e. mechanic).
- Performs preventive maintenance activities.
- Performs other duties as required (i.e. cleaning, moving).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
1. High school graduate or equivalent and training from a recognized craft apprenticeship required.
2. Where formal education requirements are stated, equivalent may be substituted.
3. One year of plumbing experience required.
4. Takes one year for an average performer to receive on the-job training to this position.
Required Licensure and Certifications
● AUTO:NE
● NFPA99: Health Care Facilities Code Certification (preferred).
● Journeyman Plumber licensure required.
Attends mandatory education program and maintains skills/competencies required for the position. Attends departmental meetings and in-services as directed.
Where You'll WorkCHI Health St. Elizabeth, founded by the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration in 1889, is a full-service, 260-bed, nonprofit regional medical center in Lincoln, Neb. St. Elizabeth specializes in the treatment areas of newborn and pediatric care, women’s health, burn and wound, cardiology, oncology, emergency medicine, orthopedics and neuroscience.
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Frequently asked questions
Lincoln’s demand for skilled journeyman plumbers is steady due to ongoing healthcare facility maintenance needs. Candidates with journeyman licensure and healthcare certifications often find themselves in a favorable position within this relatively moderate competition landscape.
Holding a journeyman plumber license is essential, but local employers like Catholic Health Initiatives value certifications such as NFPA99 Healthcare Facilities Code. This credential reflects specialized knowledge aligned with hospital infrastructure standards in Nebraska.
Journeyman plumbers have completed apprenticeship training and hold licensure, enabling them to handle complex systems like medical gas piping and emergency repairs independently. Apprentices, by contrast, are still building foundational skills under supervision.
Medical center plumbing demands quick troubleshooting of systems like steam piping, medical vacuum, and emergency water supplies. Handling emergency calls and coordinating preventive maintenance amid a 24/7 operational environment is common.
Experienced journeyman plumbers often progress to supervisory or plant mechanic roles, especially within healthcare facilities where cross-training in mechanics and emergency response broadens their scope and value.
Catholic Health Initiatives offers exposure to specialized hospital equipment and systems, fostering unique skill development in healthcare plumbing. Their emphasis on ongoing education and emergency readiness enhances career resilience.
This role includes maintaining critical hospital systems like medical gas and acid dilution tanks, requiring familiarity with safety codes and emergency procedures uncommon in typical commercial plumbing jobs.
Journeyman plumbers in Lincoln typically earn between $50,000 and $65,000 annually, with healthcare roles often offering slightly higher wages due to specialized duties and on-call emergency responsibilities.
Given the hospital’s 24-hour operations, overtime is sometimes necessary during emergencies or major equipment downtime. While compensated per medical center policies, candidates should anticipate variable hours.
Yes, employees attend mandatory education programs and in-services to maintain competencies. This ensures plumbers stay current with healthcare-specific codes and evolving maintenance techniques.