Facilities Plumber Pipefitter

Federal Reserve Bank of New York; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 79,300; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond is looking for a Plumber – Pipefitter to design and install piping systems. In this role, you'll ensure code compliance and conduct inspections on life safety systems.

With a focus on collaboration and preventive maintenance, the ideal candidate should have 5 to 9+ years of experience and a journeyman plumber certification. This position requires onsite work Monday through Friday and has an on-call rotation every six weeks.

Qualifications

• 5 to 9+ years of relevant work experience.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and national regulations.
• Experience with mechanical piping systems and HVAC.

Responsibilities

• Design and install facility piping systems for maintenance.
• Conduct inspections of life safety systems and code compliance.
• Assist maintenance staff with piping repairs.

Skills

Journeyman plumber certification

Gas fitter experience

Backflow prevention experience

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Virginia state-recognized plumbing/pipefitting apprenticeship program

Job description

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

Position

Plumber – Pipefitter

Department

Facilities Management

Reporting To

Facilities Plant Operations Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Design, layout, prefabrication and installation of facility piping systems for ongoing maintenance.
• Ensure quality and code compliance of all projects through inspection and adherence to local, state, and national regulations.
• Conduct scheduled inspections of the Bank’s life safety systems, including fire pumps, sprinkler piping, halon and FM 200 systems.
• Assist maintenance staff with preventive and corrective maintenance and repair of new or reworked mechanical piping systems.
• Collaborate with other trade staff to coordinate routing of new mechanical piping systems, preventing installation or accessibility conflicts.
• Coordinate shutdowns of building mechanical systems and the Bank’s fire suppression systems.
• Act as a technical resource for mechanical piping systems, review project specifications and drawings, and oversee internal and external staff to ensure code compliance.
• Assist in inspections, testing, maintenance, and operations of the Bank’s critical life safety systems.
• Assist HVAC technicians in installing, repairing, and troubleshooting commercial HVAC systems and equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5 to 9+ years of relevant work experience.
• Four years in a Virginia state‑recognized plumbing/pipefitting apprenticeship program.
• Journeyman plumber certification.
• Gas fitter and backflow prevention experience.
• Working knowledge of troubleshooting and problem‑solving processes.

Additional Requirements and Considerations

• Candidates must review and comply with the Bank’s Employee Code of Conduct for conflict‑of‑interest rules and personal investment restrictions.
• Employees who work at or visit other Federal Reserve entities or outside businesses are required to comply with any onsite safety and health protocols of those organizations.
• Sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Selected candidates are subject to special background check procedures.
• The hiring range for this role is $57,000 – $79,300 annually, based on responsibilities and individual experience.
• This position is required to be onsite Monday through Friday each week, with an on‑call rotation every six weeks.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.