Plumber/Pipefitter Master

Louisiana State University

68d

About The Position

This is a fast paced highly visible advanced Journeyman position which requires superior technical knowledge of all facets of plumbing systems and related fixtures and components. The area of responsibility assigned to this position includes more than 150 major buildings, including multi-story critical research facilities, spread over several hundred acres and encompassing more than 8,500,000 square feet of floor space.

Requirements

• Three years of experience or training in pipefitting, steam fitting, or plumbing.
• Must have on-the-job experience for at least one year.

Responsibilities

• Repair, troubleshoot, modify and maintain utility systems including high/low pressure steam, high/low pressure condensate, fire protection mains, sanitary sewer, compressed air, chilled water supply/return, domestic hot/cold water, storm water, and heating water supply/return.
• Troubleshoot system blockages for sewer and drainage piping and operate high pressure water, blast cleaning equipment to restore proper flow characteristics.
• Installs piping system from complex drawings and specifications requiring knowledge of fabrication and assembly techniques of copper, cast iron, plastic, steel materials.
• Installs, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on pressure regulators, pressure gauges, steam traps, safety relief valves, flow meters, thermal expansion joints, check valves and block valves.
• Performs multiple trade skills related to plumbing such as thermal insulation, welding, soldering, excavation, shoring and backfilling, underground pipe coatings, and cathodic protection.
• Operates natural gas leak detectors, underground pipe locators, welding machines and trackhoe/backhoe.
• Prepares material and purchase requisitions.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement options
• Various leave options
• Paid holidays
• Wellness benefits
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers