Steamfitter

Internal•Bellingham, WA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Western Washington University is hiring a Plumber/Pipefitter/Steamfitter for Facilities Development and Operations. The position performs journey-level plumbing, steam fitting, and related work independently. Duties include inspecting and diagnosing malfunctions; maintaining, repairing, testing, installing, and modifying plumbing, heating, cooling, and other process-piping systems and components. The employee also reads and interprets design documents and specifications, constructs and assembles piping, performs welding and other fabrication, and coordinates work with helpers and other trades as needed. Administrative work includes attending training and shop meetings, completing material orders and timecards, and using computers for work-related tasks. The employee must comply with the university’s immunization policies, including providing proof of rubeola (measles) immunity within 60 days of hire. New employees must also provide employment eligibility verification before beginning work, and new hires are subject to a thorough background check, including a sexual misconduct background check. The position is represented by bargaining unit B and covered by the collective bargaining agreement with the Washington Federation of State Employees. The role is open until filled.

Requirements

Possess and maintain a Washington State journey-level plumber’s license, PLO1.
Acquire and maintain certification for testing and inspection of backflow devices.
Knowledge of applicable Washington Administrative Code regulations and local building and plumbing codes.
Knowledge of plumbing materials and methods, with consistent journey-level workmanship in plumbing, steam fitting, welding, and related tasks.
Demonstrated experience working in sensitive settings such as operational offices, classrooms, dorm rooms, and restrooms.
High school diploma or GED.
One year of related experience in a commercial or institutional setting.
Valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain one before starting work, to drive a state-owned vehicle to work locations.
Ability to physically perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to perform daily work independently under limited supervision.
Technical accuracy and recordkeeping skills.
Ability to use computer hardware and software to track work orders and record time worked.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a friendly, cooperative manner with students, staff, faculty, and the public.
Ability to manage time and work under pressure, tight schedules, and deadlines to complete projects.
Ability to effectively read and understand written information and instructions.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations, standard job safety rules, and proper use of a face respirator.
Possess and maintain ASME Section IX welding certification with AWS B2.1-1-205-96 (R2007) in accordance with ASME B31.1; UA-21 certification is acceptable.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret design documents and specifications.
Lay out and construct piping assemblies around walls, structures, and obstructions, allowing for operation, expansion, contraction, and alignment in accordance with accepted pipe-fitting practices and applicable codes.
Organize, lead, and instruct helpers and coordinate the work of other trades as required to complete projects.
Estimate the time and materials needed to complete work.
Cut and weld with oxyacetylene torches; perform SMAW on pressure pipelines and GTAW on light-gauge metals.
Cut, fit, fabricate, and assemble articles, materials, and devices made from materials including steel, brass, glass, plastic, cast iron, copper, corrosion-resistant pipe, tile, concrete, and transite.
Construct pipe joints for high- or low-pressure systems using threading, brazing, soldering, or welding.
Maintain and repair piping, tanks, and pressure vessels for fuel, steam, condensate, water, air, gas, and drainage systems.
Install, service, repair in the field, and adjust pumps, ejectors, valves, dishwashers, stills, heat exchangers, and coils.
Remove, replace, or install plumbing fixtures and equipment, including water closets, sinks, drinking fountains, showers, kitchen equipment, and laboratory equipment.
Inspect and diagnose malfunctions; repair, maintain, and test automatic fire sprinkler and standpipe systems, plumbing, heating, cooling, steam, swimming pool, and gas systems and equipment, and other process-piping systems.
Participate in training sessions, complete material orders and timecards, attend shop meetings, and use computers for work-related tasks.