Plumber and Steamfitter II

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Department of Transportation is seeking a Plumber and Steamfitter II to install, repair, and maintain steam and plumbing systems in agency facilities. The role requires reading blueprints, planning installations, and coordinating with supervisors to ensure timely project completion.

Qualified candidates must have at least one year of plumbing/steam fitting experience and hold a current MA Journeyman or Master Plumber license.

Qualifications

• At least one year of full-time or equivalent experience in plumbing and steam fitting.
• Possession of a current Massachusetts Journeyman or Master Plumber license.
• Ability to work at heights and operate ladders or manlifts.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, maintain steam and plumbing systems and related equipment.
• Read blueprints and layouts to determine work requirements.
• Schedule work and coordinate with supervisors and other departments.
• Maintain records of work performed and timesheets.
• Prepare requisitions for supplies and equipment as needed.
• Ensure safety practices and use of protective equipment.

Skills

Plumbing

Steamfitting

Education

Massachusetts Journeyman or Master Plumber license

Job description

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Job Description - Plumber and Steamfitter II (260005FL)

Job Description

Plumber and Steamfitter II - ( 260005FL )

Description

Position Summary

Incumbents of positions in the series install, repair, maintain and/or alter sanitary fixtures, water fixtures and pipe, heating units; dewatering pumps in buildings and tunnels; installation and repair of air compressor lines, etc; and perform related work as required. Incumbents of positions at this level receive general supervision from employees of higher grade who provide procedural guidance, assign work and review performance for conformance with established standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

Installs, repairs, maintains, and maintains steam and plumbing systems by cleaning sewer drains; operating power tools, cleaning machines, hand tools, and plumbing equipment; by laying out, cutting and fitting materials for welding; by packing joints, valves, and pumps; by cutting and threading pipes; by replacing seals in water closets; by cleaning filters; by unplugging sinks, toilets, and drains; and by insulating heat tracking wires and/or piping to ensure that equipment ls in proper working order and to meet agency needs,

Inspect buildings to determine need for repairs.

Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches, instructions or layouts to understand construction work to be done.

Schedules installations, maintenance, and/or repair work by conferring with supervisors and other department personnel to determine location of equipment and appropriate time to complete the project.

Estimates length of time, cost of materials and manpower needed by using current market rates and man-hour output to develop a work project budget.

Handles complaints from building occupants regarding assigned work takes appropriate corrective action.

Prepare requisitions for supplies and equipment as needed.

Maintain records on such matters as work completed, timesheets, etc.

Performs related duties as required.

Candidates for this position must be able to work at heights and to operate manlifts and ladders.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees ofMassachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found atmass.gov/massdot-careers .

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

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Qualifications

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

The current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

Applicants must have at least one year of full-time or equivalent part-time, experience in plumbing and steam fitting.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Journeyman or Master Plumber's license issued by the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters.

For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team [e-mail].

For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.

For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADACoordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

An Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Official Title : Plumber And Steamfitter II

Job

Skilled Trades

Agency

Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Sep 11, 2026, 4:57:10 PM

Number of Openings

2

Salary

73,044.92 - 103,615.72 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affimative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Derrick Mann - 8573688541

Bargaining Unit

DOT

Confidential

No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule

No