Skilled Campus Utilities Pipefitter & Steamfitter

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington Seattle Campus is seeking a Campus Utilities Pipefitter/Steamfitter to support safe, continuous operation of high-energy thermal distribution systems across the campus, including steam, chilled water, natural gas, and condensate return networks.

You will perform journey-level pipefitting and steam fitting, fabricate and repair piping, operate related equipment, and maintain drawings and system documentation while following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter, OR full journey status as a plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter in a union, OR four years’ applicable work experience.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license may be required.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, inspect, operate, and repair underground high‑energy thermal distribution systems (steam, condensate, chilled water, natural gas), including pipelines, headers, PRVs, steam traps, meters, isolation valves, relief valves, and related equipment.
• Monitor, operate, and regulate metering systems and isolation valves; route and isolate systems as needed for maintenance and repair.
• Coordinate shutdowns and technical issues to minimize service disruptions; collaborate professionally with trades, contractors, vendors, clients, and campus personnel; assist with new/renovation system connections.
• Safely operate tools, machinery, test equipment and vehicles; manage materials and supplies; support safety enforcement, training participation, and perform other assigned duties.
• Repair, replace, and troubleshoot expansion joints, isolation valves, and “fail-to-hold” conditions; perform work under line stops or freezes in coordination with qualified operators.
• Cut, fit, fabricate, assemble, and join piping systems (including large diameter) using threading, brazing, soldering, and welding techniques.

Skills

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Manual dexterity

Job description

The University of Washington Seattle Campus is seeking a Campus Utilities Pipefitter/Steamfitter to support safe, continuous operation of high-energy thermal distribution systems across the campus, including steam, chilled water, natural gas, and condensate return networks.

You will perform journey-level pipefitting and steam fitting, fabricate and repair piping, operate related equipment, and maintain drawings and system documentation while following safety protocols.