Facilities Mechanical Steamfitter Tech

Job Details

Job Title: Facilities Mechanical Steamfitter Tech

Department: University Hospital | Facilities Administration

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Facilities Mechanical Steamfitter Technician

Function Statement:

Under the supervision of a senior technician or supervisor, performs tasks that ensure the uninterrupted operations of mechanical systems and equipment. Inspects, tests, installs, fabricates, modifies, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs all welded piping systems and equipment. Piping systems and equipment include, but are not limited to boilers, compressed gas systems, steam & condensate systems, air compressors, laboratory and industrial kitchen equipment, steam stations, heat exchangers, condenser water, condensate, chilled water and heating hot water. Responds to emergency situations and evaluates and corrects defects.

Assists other trades as needed; adheres to all safety practices and procedures; cleans and maintains work areas and equipment; attends meetings; properly completes documentation; provides a high level of customer service; communicates to customers, coworkers and supervision via written, electronic and verbal methods and devices; operates department vehicles; performs other duties as assigned.

Shift, hours, days, and/or location are subject to change based on operational need in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement; may work overtime; subject to 24-hour emergency call.

Job Duties:

Pipefitting and welding: (70%)

• Installs and repairs and maintains all welded piping systems and components.
• Reviewing blueprints and technical drawings, Installing, repairing and replacing piping and components.
• Measuring and cutting pipes using hand and power tools.
• Inspecting and identifying leaks.
• Installs, certifies, repairs, replaces and performs preventative maintenance on piping systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoots and resolves piping system issues.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks.
• Performs equipment installations.

General Duties (30%):

Technical Support: Ensures areas are in compliance with applicable codes. Documents regulatory compliance tests. Inspects and tests installations and repairs to ensure they meet quality standards. Becomes knowledgeable of equipment and utilities and transfers that knowledge to other staff. Troubleshoots and resolves field problems. May assist lower-level technicians. Locates, identifies, disables and enables local utility shut-offs. Updates building drawings. Participates on emergency response teams.

Communication / Record Keeping: Documents labor, materials and work performed on work orders. Submits material and equipment purchase requests. Provides feedback on materials. Creates estimates for small projects. Inform customers when tasks are completed. Communicates and initiates work order escalation, if needed.

Other Department Duties: Participates in professional development/ continuing education activities. Participates in meetings, trainings, and orientations. Participates on emergency response teams. Interacts with and assists other areas and staff within the department. May participate on committees. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Classification Requirements: High school diploma/GED or equivalent combination of education and experience; two years’ experience in maintenance, pipefitting and/or welding trade and related equipment or equivalent combination of education and experience; Efficient skills and knowledge in using pipefitting and welding tools and equipment. A basic understanding of plumbing code compliance. Knowledge of piping components. A valid driver’s license. Successful completion of probationary period. Valid OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card.

Desired Qualifications: Associates/technical degree or Vocational certificate in skilled trades/maintenance related field; boiler operator’s license; valid AWS Certified Welder certificate desired; basic understanding of university building design standards.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to push and pull 70 lbs. and distinguish colors. Climb and stand on ladders for extended periods of time.

Unusual Work Conditions: May work in hot, cold, dusty, or dirty environments for an extended period of time. May work in cramped spaces.

Additional Information: Location: University Hospital (0870) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: Third Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.