Pipefitter

Veterans Affairs; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Pipefitter for a full-time position in Leeds, MA. The role involves modifying, maintaining, and repairing various piping systems, along with working closely with engineering teams to ensure operational efficiency. Candidates should have experience in technical practices and the ability to work independently. The position entails heavy lifting and working in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• No specific length of training required, but evidence of experience is necessary.
• Ability to modify, maintain, and repair piping systems.
• Capability of working with minimal supervision and in confined areas.

Responsibilities

• Designing, inspecting, and repairing piping systems.
• Using blueprints to accomplish project work.
• Operating various trade-related tools and equipment.

Skills

Equipment Assembly - Installation - Repair

Interpret Instructions - Specifications

Troubleshooting

Measurement and Layout

Technical Practices

Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment

Tools

Welders

Electric sewer augers

Grinders

Oxygen/acetylene torches

Pipe threading machines

Job description

Overview

Pipefitter role at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. This Pipefitter position is located in the Facility Maintenance Service Line at the Central Western Mass VA Medical Center - located in Leeds MA under the HVAC & Mechanical Shop Supervisor. This position modifies, maintains, and repairs a variety of high-, medium-, and low-pressure piping systems.

Base pay range

$29.59/hr - $34.46/hr

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required - but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element - which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Equipment Assembly - Installation - Repair; Interpret Instructions - Specifications (includes blueprint reading); Measurement and Layout; Technical Practices; Troubleshooting; Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience - including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps - AmeriCorps) and other organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience - including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Duties

• Major duties include but are not limited to: Designing, inspecting, installing, modifying, repairing, and completing maintenance of compressed air systems, natural gas systems, high and low pressure steam systems, plumbing drain waste and vent systems, and hot and cold domestic water systems
• Using building plans - blueprints - sketches - and work orders to accomplish project work
• Packing - adjusting - and repairing steam valves of various types
• Repairing pipe leaks - clearing obstructions in piping - and making necessary adjustments for proper system operation as required
• Operate grinders - pipe threading machines - oxygen/acetylene torches - hand tools - electric sewer augers - fans - pumps - welders - and other trade related tools and equipment
• Works off ladders - scaffolds - and man lifts when needed to reach work areas
• Supporting FMS management - engineering technicians - and project managers as the station pipefitting/plumbing journeyman through design consultation, code consideration, and installation guideline support of plumbing and piping systems as required by the Uniform Plumbing Code, Manufacture\'s installation guides, industry engineering standards, and the needs of Facility Management Service
• Inspecting the fabrication and installation of steam systems, plumbing systems, and high-pressure/high-purity pipe/medical gas systems as needed
• Assisting engineers and other FMS professionals in responding to operational issues including troubleshooting problems of specialized piping systems to ensure the mission continuity
• Carry out work assignments with minimal supervision that is - to install - repair - and replace hospital piping/plumbing and supporting systems including all pipe - fixtures - valves - and apparatuses used in the construction, repair and replacement of all water - waste - vent - air - hydraulic - gas - high pressure and low pressure steam - high purity medical gas/vacuum pipe systems and the fixtures and apparatuses they serve
• Working with outside suppliers and vendors to ensure material markups are within industry standards - while also working to enhance VA vendor and contractor relationships
• Work Schedule: 40 hours per week - Monday-Friday - 7:00am to 3:30pm - EST
• Position Description Title/PD#: Pipefitter/PD00436A
• Physical Requirements: There is heavy lifting involved with this position
• Assistance is usually available for the handling of heavier material and equipment
• Heavy exertion is required at frequent intervals
• Incumbent can work in noisy, confined areas, and on intermittent slippery or uneven surfaces
• Incumbent may receive minor cuts or abrasions while performing these duties
• Work can also require long periods of standing or sitting depending on the work scheduled provided by the HVAC/Plumbing Shop Supervisor

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Government Administration