Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter

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📍 Sentara Norfolk General HospitalFull time💰 USD 33–50

About this role

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

Rotating

Overview:

Plumber/Steampipe Fitter

The Plumber/Steampipe Fitter is responsible for inspecting and repairing pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures related to the heating, water, gas and drainage systems, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital Facilities, Norfolk, Virginia. This individual will also be responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of medical air and suction systems, medical gasses to include the distribution, piping, and terminal connections in addition to being responsible for maintenance and repair of heating and cooling hydronic systems.

High School Grad or equivalent required. Four years of relevant experience OR 240 hours of vocational training required. Journeyman Plumber licensure must be obtained within 90 days (or less) from date of hire.

Depending on location, facility may require MLB upon hire. Some sites require individuals to obtain Anti-Backflow certification within one year of employment MPLB preferred.

Rotating shift schedule, rotating week-end shifts and On-Call required for position

Mission Essential Personnel

Education

  • High School Diploma/equivalent or trade school (Required)
  • Four years of relevant experience OR 240 hours of vocational training required. Journeyman Plumber licensure must be obtained within 90 days (or less) from date of hire.

Certification/Licensure

  • Certification or License (Required) : If one does not currently hold the Journeyman's license, Journeyman Plumber licensure must be obtained within 90 days (or less) from date of hire

Experience

  • Four years of relevant experience OR
  • 240 hours of vocational training required.
  • Journeyman Plumber licensure must be obtained within 90 days (or less) from date of hire.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $32.96 - $50.09 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans

• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

• Emergency Backup Care

• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans

• Life Insurance

• 401k/403B with Employer Match

• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

•Pet Insurance 
•Legal Resources Plan
•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Here at Sentara, we are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day!

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, located in Norfolk, VA, is a 525-bed tertiary care facility that is home to the only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit in Hampton Roads, and also serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School.

In addition to the high-quality heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital, our facility is home to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance and several other dedicated facilities and specialized services. As a recognized accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women’s health, including a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.


In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter role at sentara?
The listed salary for this Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter position at sentara is USD 33–50. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter position at sentara located?
This Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter role at sentara is based in Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter role at sentara full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter role in the 101 Sentara Hospitals department at sentara.
Which team or department does the Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter at sentara belong to?
This Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter position is part of the 101 Sentara Hospitals department at sentara. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter position at sentara?
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When was the Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter job at sentara posted?
This Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter position at sentara was posted on Sep 25, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Plumber/SteamPipe Fitter
sentara · 💰 USD 33–50
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