Pipefitter (Journeyman) - Steam, Gas and Hydraulic Systems

Veterans Health Administration; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 4,848,000 - 5,662,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration (Department of Veterans Affairs) at the Kansas City VA Medical Center seeks a journeyman pipefitter to install, modify, and repair pressure piping systems, including steam and heating equipment. You will read blueprints, ensure leak-free joints, and work safely to meet VA standards.

Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm. The posted pay range is $35.19–$41.10 per hour. Applications close on 2026-10-05, with three openings available.

Qualifications

• Experience as a pipefitter in a facilities or construction environment.
• Proficient reading of blueprints, layouts, and building plans.
• Commitment to safety, code compliance, and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Installs, modifies, and repairs piping systems for steam, heating, pumps, and sprinklers.
• Reads blueprints and layouts to plan piping routes and elevations.
• Joins, seals, and tests joints to ensure leak-free operation.

Skills

Pipefitting

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Tools

Pipe threaders

Acetylene torches

Drills

Job description

The Veterans Health Administration (Department of Veterans Affairs) at the Kansas City VA Medical Center seeks a journeyman pipefitter to install, modify, and repair pressure piping systems, including steam and heating equipment. You will read blueprints, ensure leak-free joints, and work safely to meet VA standards.

Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm. The posted pay range is $35.19–$41.10 per hour. Applications close on 2026-10-05, with three openings available.