Steamfitter

Position: Steamfitter
Company: Prince George’s County Public Schools

Job title steamfitter location upper marlboro, md, us organization name building services – plumbing/hvac shop department description position summary: under the direction of the master foreman, the steamfitter lays out, assembles, installs, and/or maintains pipe systems, pipe supports, or related hydronic or pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, or industrial production or processing systems brief description this is an ace/afscme, local 2250 position – pay table 200 – grade 16 hourly range: $24.

$24.90 – $49.73 an hour

Job Tenure is required

Master’s degree in relevant field is required

• Cuts, threads, welds, and/or presses pipes to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, or pipe benders.
• Assembles or secures pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, or threading joints.
• Measures materials and objects for installation or assembly.
• Inspects, examines, and tests installed systems and pipe lines, using pressure gauge, observation, and/or other methods.
• Inspects plumbing/hydronic/sprinkler systems.
• Attaches pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures, such as radiators, AHU’s, univents, or tanks, etc., using brackets, clamps, tools, or welding equipment.
• Welds/threads metal components.
• Modifies, cleans, or maintains pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines or equipment, using hand or power tools.
• Cleans equipment and facilities.
• Selects pipe sizes, types, and related materials, such as supports, hangers, or hydronic cylinders, according to specifications.
• Selects construction materials.
• Cuts or bores holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, and mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand and/or power tools.
• Installs gauges or controls.
• Operates motorized pumps to remove water from flooded manholes, basements, and facility floors.
• Oversees the work of Apprentices and Trades Helpers.
• Contributes to the evaluation process of employees. including progressive discipline.
• Enters materials, labor hours, status and details of work d1into the online work order management system. and
• Performs related duties as assigned. Job Requirements
• QUALIFICATIONS:
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Comprehensive knowledge of standard tools, equipment and practices used in the Plumbing HVAC trade.
• Knowledge of the hazards and the necessary safety precautions of plumbing HVAC projects.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and writ10instructions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Knowledge of technology (computer and/or mobile device) to enter materials, labor hours, status and details of the work d1into the online work order management system
• Possession of an appropriate and valid Maryland Motor Vehicle Operator’s License with driving record indicating 5(5) or fewer current points of which no more than 3(3) shall have been accumulated as a result of traffic violations while operating a Board of Education vehicle. and
• Deemed as essential personnel and may be required to work day, night or weekend hours to meet the operational needs of the department. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma, GED or completion of a vocational school program, with some experience.
• CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Journeyman Plumber License or CFC Certifications, Type I and II. or AWS Welding Certificate.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Supervises Apprentices and Trades Helpers.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing duties of this job, the employee must have the strength and dexterity to perform all required tasks including the ability to climb a 40′ vertical ladder, work from scaffolding and a bucket truck, the ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs., work in cramped confined interior spaces, and the ability to do extensive walking, bending, stooping, crawling and kneeling in the course of completing daily work assignments. The employee is required to maintain sustained physical effort and some exposure to dust, dirt, chemical solutions, solvents, odors, and adverse weather conditions.
• WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
• The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
• ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
• None.
• Additional Details Direct Deposit is expected as a condition of new hire employment. As a condition of employment, all applicants for employment must be qualified to work in the United States without sponsorship by PGCPS. If you are not work-authorized and would require PGCPS to sponsor you for a work visa you will not be considered for employment. How To Apply
• To submit an application online select apply.
• Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.
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