Industrial Steamfitter & Pipefitter (24/7 Plant)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation, sick, and holiday pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance for employees

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a skilled Utility Steamfitter/Pipefitter to design, install, maintain, and repair mechanical piping systems across university facilities. You will work with high-pressure boilers and chillers, ensuring compliance with codes and safety standards.

The role requires experience in welding (arc, GMAW, TIG, oxy-fuel) and pipefitting, plus the ability to read blueprints and schematics. Flexibility for 24/7 availability is expected for emergencies and operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in welding, pipefitting, and general maintenance.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal piping codes and safety regs.
• Capable of operating welding equipment: arc, GMAW, TIG, oxy-fuel.

Responsibilities

• Layout, design, installation, assembly, maintenance, testing, and repair of mechanical piping systems.
• Work with high-pressure boilers and chillers across hot water, chilled water and steam systems.
• Follow local and state piping codes for all tasks.
• Operate welding equipment (Arc, GMAW, TIG, oxy-fuel) and cut components as needed.
• Read and interpret system prints and schematics accurately.
• Be flexible to cover shifts and respond to emergencies 24/7 when required.

Skills

Welding

Pipe fitting

Maintenance

Blueprint reading

Safety regulations

Team coordination

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent in welding/pipefitting

Equivalent experience

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a skilled Utility Steamfitter/Pipefitter to design, install, maintain, and repair mechanical piping systems across university facilities. You will work with high-pressure boilers and chillers, ensuring compliance with codes and safety standards.

The role requires experience in welding (arc, GMAW, TIG, oxy-fuel) and pipefitting, plus the ability to read blueprints and schematics. Flexibility for 24/7 availability is expected for emergencies and operations.