Boiler

ASRC Federal•Fort Greely, AK

About The Position

The Plumber/Pipefitter, HVAC/Boiler tends one or more boilers to produce steam or high-temperature water for use in an establishment. The role fires boilers and observes and interprets readings on gauges, meters, and charts that register aspects of boiler operation. The incumbent also repairs, overhauls, maintains, and services commercial, industrial, and residential heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems, as well as plumbing facilities. The employee performs work using plans, models, and verbal or written instructions; works on PL-1 resources under the direction of the MDA Liaison; responds to after-hours callouts as needed; and assists other trades and crafts personnel as directed. The role requires following common construction-site safety practices, using protective equipment and hand and power tools, following directions, and working safely and cooperatively with others. Work conditions include regular talking and hearing, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, smelling, and working on scaffolding and ladders. The employee may frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and heavier objects with assistance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Detail oriented and highly safety conscious.
Four years of rounded experience as a pipefitter, HVAC/Boiler.
Journeyman Plumbing License.
HVAC Technician Certification.
Refrigerant License Certification.
Water Treatment Operator Certification.
Wastewater Treatment Certification.
Wastewater Collection Certification.
Presently hold, or be able to obtain and maintain, a secret clearance.
Ability to successfully pass the employment background check and/or drug testing required on this contract.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Trade School Certificate.
Backflow Prevention Certification or training.
Both Type II and Universal Refrigerant License Certifications.
OSHA 40 Certificate.

Responsibilities

Tend one or more boilers, fire boilers, and interpret readings on gauges, meters, and charts.
Cut and bend tubing to the correct length and shape, and cut and thread pipe using machine-threading or hand-threading equipment.
Bend and form sheet metal for ductwork, grease pans, and related items.
Repair, overhaul, maintain, and service industrial and residential heating, ventilating, hydronic, and air conditioning systems and refrigeration units.
Troubleshoot and locate malfunctions, diagnose problems, and determine appropriate repairs.
Adjust, repair, or replace thermostats, pressure stats, relays, switches, and electrical wiring.
Repair or replace compressors and components, electric motors, fans, belts, and pulleys; service and repair evaporators, condensers, and receivers.
Repack valves, lubricate moving parts, replace filters, and clean coils as needed.
Work from blueprints, drawings, models, and verbal or written instructions.
Repair system components including transformers, motors, electrodes, solenoids, rheostats, PLC controls, and aqua stats.
Perform duties on PL-1 resources under the direction of the MDA Liaison.
Respond to callouts after normal working hours as needed.
Assist other trades and crafts personnel in their daily operations as directed.
Maintain proper housekeeping at the jobsite, in mechanical rooms, and in shops.
Perform related work as assigned.