STEAMFITTER
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Maintenance
Posted on May 17, 2023
Title: STEAMFITTER
Location: Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh
Posted Date: May 16, 2023
Organization: Work-in Process Labor
Description: Employee is to be well-organized and have good communication skills with an exceptional work ethic. Must be able to develop a rapport with the customer and discuss the requirements of the job. Must also be able to work along side of all Facilities Management personnel in a professional manner. Steamfitters are required to be proficient and knowledgeable in maintaining and installing mechanical systems. This is to include but not limited to steam, hot water heat, chilled water, condenser water, refrigeration, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Steamfitters may have to work on large centrifugal chillers, rooftop air conditioners, walk in coolers and environmental boxes. The primary function of the employee is to maintain mechanical systems in all buildings at the University under the jurisdiction of Facilities Management. There are times when renovation work is required along with new installations. Emergency situations do arise and the steamfitter must respond immediately. You must be able to work in adverse conditions. These conditions can include confined spaces, extreme heights, damp and humid areas, as well as hot or cold conditions.
Journeyman Steamfitter. Completed/Graduated from a certified Apprenticeship Program. Large Tonnage Chiller Experience for HVAC Technician. Basic Computer Skills CFC Universal Certification for HVAC Technician 6G weld Certification for Steamfitters. 10 or more years of experience required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted per university guidelines.
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Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Union Eligible.Steamfitter.Steamfitter
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: High School Diploma/GED
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Work Schedule: Monday To Friday 7am to 3:30pm
Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range: Per Collective Bargaining Agreement
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents: Not Applicable
Optional Documents: Resume, Cover Letter
Essential Functions: Carrying: continually Maximum carry weight 100 lbs. Walking: continually (90-100%) Standing: continually (90-100%) Walking or sitting intermittently
Physical Effort: Carrying: continually Maximum carry weight 100 lbs. Walking: continually (90-100%) Standing: continually (90-100%) Walking or sitting intermittently Bending: continually (90-100%) Climbing: frequently (75-90%) Lifting: frequently (75-90%) Very heavy - maximum lift of 100 lbs. 90% of lifting is from floor to waist Stooping/Squatting: frequently (60-75%) Twisting/Turning: frequently (60-75%) Reaching: frequently (60-75%) Pushing/Pulling: frequently (60-75%) Kneeling/Crawling: frequently (60-75%) Driving: rarely
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