Steamfitter

Towson University•Towson, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lays out, assembles, installs, maintains the following piping systems: Hydraulic, Pneumatic, steam, hot water, lubricating, cooling, sprinkling, industrial and processing systems. Diagnoses problems, repairs and maintains heat radiation units, gas and oil-fired hot water boilers and piping, regulating devices, valves, steam trap pressure reducers, strainers, coils, and pumps. Cuts, bends, threads, welds, or brazes iron, steel, copper or plastic pipe. Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment such as supports and hangers according to specifications. Ensures installation and repair of systems and equipment adhere to code requirements and specifications. Reads, interprets, and works from blueprints. Operates and maintains tools and equipment of the steam fitting trade, cleans work area upon completion of projects. Provides guidance and training in steamfitting work to maintenance personnel as required. May have lead responsibilities for special projects. The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. This position requires you to perform other duties as assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

Requirements

Four years progressively responsible experience in the steamfitting trade.
Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in applying the theory, thermodynamic principles, methods, and techniques used in the steamfitting trade.
General knowledge of and skill in a variety of semi-skilled building construction or maintenance and repair practices and techniques used in the trade areas where assigned.
General knowledge of safety practices and procedures related to the assigned trade areas.
General knowledge and skill in the use of tools and equipment of the trade.
Skill in inspection and making adjustments, repairs and replacements to building fixtures and mechanical equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to prepare estimates of time and material required for assigned work.
Ability to apply quality and safety standards.
Ability to complete logs and prepare records and reports.
Ability to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment or machinery.
Ability to work at heights up to 35 feet.
Ability to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, supplies and/or exert for up to 70lbs.
Ability to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment.
Ability to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions.
Ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
A non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license valid in the State of Maryland may be required.
May be required to be trained to work with asbestos.
May be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.

Nice To Haves

Formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Responsibilities

Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains piping systems (Hydraulic, Pneumatic, steam, hot water, lubricating, cooling, sprinkling, industrial and processing).
Diagnoses problems, repairs and maintains heat radiation units, gas and oil-fired hot water boilers and piping, regulating devices, valves, steam trap pressure reducers, strainers, coils, and pumps.
Cuts, bends, threads, welds, or brazes iron, steel, copper or plastic pipe.
Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment such as supports and hangers according to specifications.
Ensures installation and repair of systems and equipment adhere to code requirements and specifications.
Reads, interprets, and works from blueprints.
Operates and maintains tools and equipment of the steam fitting trade.
Cleans work area upon completion of projects.
Provides guidance and training in steamfitting work to maintenance personnel as required.
May have lead responsibilities for special projects.