STEAMFITTER SUPERVISOR

State of careers Rhode Island

17h•$73,539 - $79,840•Onsite

About The Position

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To lay out and supervise the work of Steamfitters employed in the installation, maintenance, repair and alteration of all types of piping systems, fittings and related equipment; to participate in the performance of Steamfitter's duties; and to do related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Receives work assignments from a superior with considerable latitude for the use of independent judgment in the application of the practices and techniques of the trade; work is reviewed usually upon completion for satisfactory performance. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises the work of Steamfitters, helpers and others assigned to assist. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: To lay out and supervise the work of Steamfitters employed in the installation, maintenance, repair and alteration of all types of piping systems, fittings and related equipment in connection with low and high pressure steam, hot water, air and gas systems for heating, ventilation and other purposes. To supervise the work of subordinates engaged in the adjustment and repair of thermostatic heat control systems, the plastering and painting of structures through which piping systems run, and the welding and soldering of various fittings and connections. To make periodic surveys of all steam lines (high pressure in particular), check hangers, vibration, drip lines and traps for hazardous conditions to insure proper operating conditions; and to requisition materials and set up a program for standardization on all materials required. To make cost estimates of labor and materials. To keep time records of subordinates, and other records; and to make reports on work projects. To participate in the performance of steamfitter's duties. To do related work as required. Supplemental Information: As a working supervisor, performs routine installation, maintenance, and repairs and alterations on all types of piping systems, fittings, and related equipment.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of the practices, techniques, tools, equipment and materials used in steamfitting work, and skill in the application of such practices and techniques.
Working knowledge of pertinent safety measures and precautions.
Skill in the use of steamfitter's tools and equipment.
Ability to lay out work from plans and specifications and to supervise the work of subordinates.
Ability to make rough sketches and simple designs.
Ability to make estimates of material and labor costs of work projects.
Completion of ten school grades.
Employment as a journeyman steamfitter.
Possess appropriate pipefitter's license at the time of appointment and maintain such license as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Lay out and supervise the work of Steamfitters employed in the installation, maintenance, repair and alteration of all types of piping systems, fittings and related equipment.
Participate in the performance of Steamfitter's duties.
Supervise the work of subordinates engaged in the adjustment and repair of thermostatic heat control systems, the plastering and painting of structures through which piping systems run, and the welding and soldering of various fittings and connections.
Make periodic surveys of all steam lines (high pressure in particular), check hangers, vibration, drip lines and traps for hazardous conditions to insure proper operating conditions.
Requisition materials and set up a program for standardization on all materials required.
Make cost estimates of labor and materials.
Keep time records of subordinates, and other records; and make reports on work projects.
Perform routine installation, maintenance, and repairs and alterations on all types of piping systems, fittings, and related equipment.