Plumber/Pipefitter

Llnl

Livermore (CA)

On-site

USD 63,000 - 77,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Relocation assistance

Education reimbursement program

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is seeking a Plumber/Pipefitter for extensive journey-level work including layout, fabrication, installation, and repair of plant piping systems. The role covers service plumbing, maintenance, and site work such as Site 300 in Tracy, CA.

On-site presence is required due to the nature of the work. The candidate will read system drawings, install and repair piping, and ensure safety with proper PPE and compliance.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required with apprenticeship completed.
Experience in service repair rough-in, top out and finish plumbing.
Knowledge of systems in commercial/industrial/high hazard or nuclear facilities.
Ability to read measurements and interpret drawings; use measuring tools and related equipment.

Responsibilities

Layout, fabricate, install, repair, and troubleshoot piping and equipment including leak detection and line testing.
Assemble and secure pipes and fittings by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints.
Repair and install underground utilities (city water, sewer).
Provide effective customer service and coordinate with staff.
Prepare standard reports and maintenance work requests.
Follow safety procedures including lockout/tagout and radiation protection.

Skills

Piping layout

Fabrication

Installation

Repair

Welding

Reading drawings

Leak detection

Lockout/tagout

Radiation protection

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

GED

Apprenticeship training

Journeyman plumbing

Tools

Pipe welding certification

High-pressure installation certification

Job description

We're looking for a Plumber/Pipefitter to perform a wide variety of journey-level plumber/pipefitter activities including layout, fabrication, installation, and repair of plant piping systems designed to transport a variety of liquid and gaseous substances. You will provide minor modifications, alterations, and maintenance services including service plumbing to all Superblock facilities and utilities. This position is in the Maintenance Production Division within the Infrastructure Maintenance and Utilities Department and may require work at Site 300 which is located in Tracy, California.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

You will

Layout, fabricate, install, repair, and troubleshoot commercial and industrial piping and equipment; leak detection; line locating, and testing of piping systems. Experience reading and working from system drawings and using tools and equipment of the plumber/pipefitter trade.
Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints.
Repair and install underground mechanical utilities (city water, sewer, etc.).
Make decisions jointly with coworkers that involve techniques, guidelines, and procedures that are well defined.
Provide effective customer service, interacting with administrative, supervisory, and craft personnel.
Prepare standard reports including permits, deficiency forms, and preventative maintenance work requests.
Perform work planning and control activities including job planning, hazard reviews, lockout/tag out, and use of required personal protective equipment, respiratory protection, and radiation protection.
Use motor vehicles in the transport of materials throughout the facility.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience, and completion of an apprenticeship training program and/or basic journey level skills, knowledge and experience in the field of service repair rough-in, top out and finish plumbing utilizing tools and equipment of the trade.

Basic journey-level skills, knowledge and experience installing, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing plumbing systems, piping, fixtures, valves, drains, pumps, and related components within a commercial, industrial, high hazard, or nuclear facility.

Knowledge and experience using measuring instruments, glue, solvents, and adhesives. and installation and repair of underground sanitary sewer systems.

Ability to use independent judgment and decision-making to provide best method to complete the task within well-defined guidelines.

Effective customer service and interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively in writing and verbally with technical, administrative, and management personnel and work effectively independently or as a part of a team.

Basic knowledge of computers and associated software to complete timekeeping, emails, computer-based training logs reports, maintenance records, and project closeout documentation, including the ability to interpret related technical documents.

Ability to apply Environmental, Safety, & Health laws and regulations; and complete required training, including hazard reviews and lockout/tagout procedures.

Ability to wear required respiratory protection and perform work within a nuclear environment while following radiation protection and contamination control procedural requirements.

Prepare standard reports including permits, equipment inventory reports, deficiency forms, and preventative maintenance work requests.

Valid California driver's license.

Qualifications We Desire

Experience supporting facility systems in operational and construction environments, including installation, modifications, and upgrade activities.
Current certification in pipe welding.
Current certification in high-pressure installation.
In-depth understanding and knowledge of the Uniform Plumbing Code Book.
Ability to interpret drawings and technical documents, including plans, isometrics, specifications, and equipment manuals.

Pay Range

$45.74 - $55.60 Hourly

This position is under a Collective Bargaining Agreement and step structure. Step placement will be determined after your qualifications are fully assessed during the interview process.

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

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