Pipe/Steamfitter

University of Florida; Gainesville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida in Gainesville is seeking a Pipe/Steamfitter to repair and maintain steam systems, piping, and related equipment. Work includes insulation, blueprint interpretation and occasional driving duties.

The role requires completion of an approved apprenticeship or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus safe operation of welding and piping tools. Regular hours are 7:00–3:30, with emergency and shift variations as needed.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved apprenticeship in pipe/steam fitting or equivalent education with four years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of installing, repairing and maintaining steam systems and piping.
• Ability to read blueprints and coordinate work assignments.
• Health assessment and background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Repairs/replaces steam supply and return lines, including insulation.
• Makes minor welding repairs on piping and structural.
• Layout and weld material from blueprints; drives UF vehicle.
• Repairs/replaces steam traps and expansion joints.
• Repairs/replaces tubes in hot water tanks and heat exchangers.
• Repairs/replaces circulating pumps.
• Maintains electric and gas welding equipment.
• Insulates and/or repairs insulation on steam lines, hot water tanks, and exchangers.
• Preventive maintenance.
• Proof of State of Florida Class E Operators license required within sixty days of employment.
• Criminal Background and Post-Offer Physical Assessment required.
• Normal work schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Total 40 hours per week. Emergency work as needed; Swing Shift, On-Call/Stand-By as required.

Skills

Steam systems knowledge

Pipe fitting

Welding basics

Tools handling

Reading blueprints

Communication

Education

Apprenticeship in pipe/steam fitting

High school diploma + 4 years experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pipe threading equipment

Job description

Classification Title:

Pipe/Steamfitter

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in pipe/steam fitting; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Job Description:

Repairs/replaces steam supply and return lines, including insulation. Works in attics, basements, crawl spaces and other similar places

Makes minor welding repairs on piping and structural

Layout and weld material from blueprints. Drives UF vehicle

Repairs/replaces steam traps and expansions joints

Repairs/replaces tubes in hot water tanks and heat exchangers

Repairs/replaces circulating pumps

Maintains electric and gas welding equipment

Insulates and/or repairs insulation on steam lines, hot water tanks, and exchangers. Wears appropriate safety equipment and follows established safety practices and procedures

Preventive maintenance

Proof of State of Florida Class E Operators license required within sixty days of employment.

Criminal Background and Post-Offer Physical Assessment required.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Total 40 hours per week.

Emergency work as needed; Swing Shift, On-Call/Stand-By as required. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. day shifts; 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight evening shifts.

Expected Salary:

$22.25 to $28.00 Hourly

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in pipe/steam fitting; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred:

KNOWLEDGE OF: Procedures and methods for installing, repairing and maintaining steam systems of various sizes and types of pipes; steam fitting and basic welding (gas and electric)

SKILL IN: Using hand, bench and power tools; in cutting, threading and joining pipes; in insulating water lines and valves.

ABILITY TO: Select appropriate sizes and types of pipes; to monitor steam systems; to read blueprints and schematic drawings; plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; to communicate effectively and to maintain effective working relationships.

Health Assessment Required:Yes