Pipefitter

Pipefitter

Major duties include installing, modifying, and repairing medium to high pressure piping systems and equipment such as steam heating, steam generation, hydraulic systems, steam generators, flash and expansion tanks, condensate lines, vacuum and circulating pumps, and radiators.

Installs equipment by planning and completing the routing and placement of systems leading to the equipment, determining and placing equipment, determining and placing equipment at the proper levels and points in the system, and joining, sealing, and testing systems and equipment for proper pressure, leak free joints, and operation.

Installs, maintains, and repairs internal water lines, internal and external soil pipes, external water mains, and all related devices and equipment. Welds joints and fittings using metal inert gas (MIG), tungsten inert gas (TIG) or electric arc welders.

Responsible for the total operation, repair, maintenance, and documentation of the reverse osmosis (R.O) system in the MC.

Responsible for the full implementation and continuous updating of the Engineering Service Automated Engineering Management System/Medical equipment Reporting System (AEMS/MERS) that apply to the Plumbing Shop.

Installs, maintains, and repairs internal and external medical gas lines and the medical gas system in its entirety.

Responsible for all required documentation relating to the medical gas system.

Journeyman level skills and knowledge are required of this position, and must be able to complete modifications and repairs of various complex systems.

Ability to attend training and certification in asbestos removal, training and certification in testing and certifying all backflow devices, welding and piping to complete quality of work regarding installing, maintaining, and repairing piping systems and other associated equipment.

Knowledge of and skill using various equipment such as hydraulic systems, various pumps and radiators, steam heating equipment, steam generators, sterilizers, valves, and drain cleaning equipment.

Knowledge of various supply, disposal, and utility systems and equipment sufficient to service water, natural and propane gas systems, fire control sprinkler systems, and water closets, are installed and operational.

Knowledge of, and ability to use shop mathematics to determine the size and type of materials necessary to complete projects.

Must be willing to obtain Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) Certification and act as COR for trade related contractual services.

Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday.

Position Description Title/PD#: Pipefitter/PD26351A

Recruitment Incentive: May be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

Physical Requirements: The work requires the pipefitter to make repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms, often in hard-to-reach areas. The incumbent is required to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions for extended periods. The work frequently involves handling, lifting, carrying, and setting up parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds (23 kilograms). Occasionally, the incumbent may lift or move heavier items with the assistance of lifting devices or other workers. Dexterity and coordination are needed to install and repair systems where precise alignment and fit are essential, and where work must be performed in confined spaces or awkward positions.

Working Conditions: The work is performed both indoors and is frequently dirty, dusty, and greasy. The incumbent is sometimes required to make repairs and installations in areas with unpleasant odors, confined or poorly ventilated spaces, or where exposure to fumes, steam, or hot surfaces occurs. The incumbent is regularly exposed to the possibility of physical injury such as strains, cuts, abrasions, burns bruises, and infections. Work areas may involve uncomfortable extremes of heat, humidity, or cold depending on the system or location being serviced. Occasionally exposure to the possibility of broken bones or other serious injuries may occur when working with pressurized systems, welding equipment, or heavy components.