Steam Fitter Job Cambridge area,Massachusetts USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Job Description

Installs, modifies, and repairs all types of boilers, heating systems, cooling systems and auxiliary equipment.
Fabricates, installs, modifies and repairs high and low pressure piping systems.
Interprets mechanical plans and prints and updates as necessary.
Assists and advises customers on progress / status of work and provides responsive and effective customer support in all phases of building maintenance operations.
Performs all installation, maintenance, inspection and testing in accordance with applicable standards and requirements of the Massachusetts State Building Code and/or established compliance requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
Performs other core skills of the trades and related duties as required.
May be assigned to work independently or as part of a multi-trade team under the guidance and direction of the Area Supervisor and/or Working Foreperson.
Required to wear/use appropriate safety clothing/equipment at all times.
Required to properly wear a uniform and maintain a professional image at all times.

Working Conditions

Emergency Status Designation:
Critical Operations Personnel (required to provide on-site support during emergency situations as determined by management).

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stoop and bend for long periods of time and work on hands and knees and other awkward positions for extended periods, routinely walk to and from various buildings carrying tools, equipment and other essentials to the job site.
Must be able to lift up a minimum of 50 lbs. and to push, pull and transport piping and equipment in excess of 200 lbs. with others (may use chain falls and come along for heavier lifting).
Must be able to work alone, in confined spaces and extreme temperatures, climb multiple sets of stairs, work off ladders, staging, lifts or other elevated platforms.

Qualifications Basic Qualifications (and ongoing conditions of employment)

Minimum five years of experience installing and maintaining commercial or institutional-scale heating and cooling systems.
Must be skilled in the performance of all aspects of steamfitting/pipe fitting work, with particular experience in the maintenance of district heating and cooling systems.
Massachusetts State License required, Journeyman or Master Pipefitter’s license (preferred) for minimum period of five years.
Must have five years’ experience maintaining Steam or Hot Water Systems.
Valid State driver’s license and driving history satisfactory to meet Campus Services standards.

Additional Qualifications

Required to pass a Respiratory Physical and certification for use of a respirator.
Must observe and comply with all standard safety codes and practices and perform all work in accordance with recognized trade and University standards.
Must possess demonstrated proficiency in the use of industry-recognized diagnostic testing and troubleshooting equipment.
Must be able to perform mathematical calculations required to accurately size and install system components and devices.
Must be able to read and interpret detailed plans, specifications, operating manuals and other written materials associated with this trade.
Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with peers and customers.
Must be willing to work in research laboratory environments and around hazardous materials.
Must be willing and able to accept a reasonable amount of overtime in support of group business needs.
Required to receive specialized training in the inspection and testing of steam traps or other devices.
Basic keyboard proficiency and understanding of Windows based software.
Required to supply a complete set of hand tools.

Certificates and Licenses

Massachusetts State License required, Journeyman or Master Pipefitter’s license (preferred) for minimum period of five years.
Valid State driver’s license and driving history satisfactory to meet Campus Services standards.

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