Pipefitter

Bureau of Indian Education • Lawrence, KS

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About The Position

This position is part of Haskell Indian Nations University, Bureau of Indian Education (BIE). The Pipefitter maintains campus-wide hydronic heating, chilled water, natural gas, compressed air, and mechanical room piping systems, and performs related plumbing work involving domestic water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater infrastructure. Work is performed under supervision.

The position repairs, installs, modifies, and fabricates pressurized and specialized mechanical piping systems, including hydronic heating loops, chilled water lines, steam and hot water systems where applicable, compressed air, and natural gas or fuel distribution networks. It also involves repairs and installations for domestic water and fire sprinkler systems; precision pipe fabrication; assisting with mechanical pumping systems; and balancing hydronic systems across multiple buildings.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication is required for new hires.
• Serve a 2-year trial period or 1-year probationary period, during which fitness and whether continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must be registered under the Military Selective Service Act and Defense Authorization Act of 1986 to be eligible for appointment.
• A valid driver's license is required at appointment if the incumbent is required to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle as an incidental duty.
• Applicants must demonstrate the ability to do the work without more than normal supervision (screen-out element).
• Applicants are rated on knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, and repair; technical practices; ability to interpret instructions and specifications, including blueprint reading; measurement and layout; ability to use and maintain tools and equipment; and troubleshooting.
• Questionnaire responses must be supported by detailed resume work history information.
• All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain water, sewer, steam, natural gas, and fire sprinkler systems, including hot water heaters, regulating valves, fixtures, and backflow devices.
• Install, modify, fabricate, and repair pressurized and specialized mechanical piping systems, including hydronic heating loops, chilled water lines, steam and hot water systems where applicable, compressed air, and natural gas or fuel distribution networks.
• Repair and install domestic water systems and fire sprinkler system piping; repair valves, regulators, filter systems, toilets, sinks, and associated piping.
• Perform precision pipe fabrication, including cutting, threading, bending, brazing, and welding, using pipe machines, torches, and specialized measurement tools.
• Assist with installation and repair of mechanical pumping systems, including sump pumps, brine pumps, condensate pumps, and pulverizing systems.
• Balance hydronic systems to maintain proper circulation and temperature distribution across multiple buildings.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package with access to a range of benefits for employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed