Pipefitter

Business Line Government

Position Title Pipefitter

United States of America - Virginia

McLean

Job Summary

The Pipefitter is responsible for the layout, assembly, installation and maintenance of piping systems.

• Layout, fabricate, assemble, install, and maintain piping and piping systems, fixtures, and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, domestic water, sewer, industrial processing systems - on basis of knowledge of system operating and study of building plans or working drawings.

• Select type and size of pipe and related materials according to job specifications.

• Inspect work sites to determine presence of obstructions.

• Plan sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other maintenance workers.

• Thread pipe using threading machine.

• Bend pipe by hand or with pipe-bending machine.

• Assemble and install variety of metal and non metal pipe and pipe fitting; including those made of brass, copper, lead, glass, and plastic.

• Join piping by means of threaded, caulked, wiped, soldered, brazed, fused or cemented joints.

• Use hand tools to secure pipe to structure with clamps, brackets and hangers.

• Test system for leaks by proper methods in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.

• Perform other job related duties, as assigned.

• Direct repair personnel, as assigned.

• Must possess the ability to read and understand blueprints and sketches.

• Knowledge and experience of tools, equipment, and machinery related to the pipefitting trade.

• Work from preventive maintenance schedules and assist with development of such schedules.

• Assist outside contractors, as required, with knowledge of facilities, operations, and utilities.

Minimum Requirements

• Journeyman steam fitter or plumbers license required.

• Must obtain within one year and maintain back flow prevention testing and maintenance certification.

• Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.

• A willingness to work rotational shift if necessary, including days, evenings, and nights as well as overtime, weekends, and holidays, as required.

• Eight years experience in the plumbing/pipefitting trade required.

• High school, technical school, apprenticeship, trade school graduate or equivalent required.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, and able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master Plumbing License.

• Ability to write correspondence.

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

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What We Offer

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Job Category Craft/Trade

Business Group Management Services Group (MS)

Country United States of America

Position Status Full-Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 180855BR

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.