Pipe​/Steamfitter

Pipe/Steamfitter

Job No: 541438

Work Type:
Full Time

Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories:
Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Veteran's Preference Eligible

Department:  - FS-OPER-STEAM

Classification

Title:

Pipe/Steamfitter

Classification

Minimum Requirements:

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in pipe/steam fitting; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Job Description:

• Repairs/replaces steam supply and return lines, including insulation. Works in attics, basements, crawl spaces and other similar places
• Makes minor welding repairs on piping and structural
• Layout and weld material from blueprints. Drives UF vehicle
• Repairs/replaces steam traps and expansions joints
• Repairs/replaces tubes in hot water tanks and heat exchangers
• Repairs/replaces circulating pumps
• Maintains electric and gas welding equipment
• Insulates and/or repairs insulation on steam lines, hot water tanks, and exchangers. Wears appropriate safety equipment and follows established safety practices and procedures
• Preventive maintenance
• Proof of State of Florida Class E Operators license required within sixty days of employment.
• Criminal Background and Post-Offer Physical Assessment required.

NORMAL

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Total 40 hours per week.

Emergency work as needed;
Swing Shift, On-Call/Stand-By as required. 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. day shifts; 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight evening shifts.

Expected Salary: $22.25 to $28.00 Hourly

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in pipe/steam fitting; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred:

• KNOWLEDGE OF:
  Procedures and methods for installing, repairing and maintaining steam systems of various sizes and types of pipes; steam fitting and basic welding (gas and electric)
• SKILL IN:
  Using hand, bench and power tools; in cutting, threading and joining pipes; in insulating water lines and valves.
• ABILITY TO:
  Select appropriate sizes and types of pipes; to monitor steam systems; to read blueprints and schematic drawings; plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; to communicate effectively and to maintain effective working relationships.

Health Assessment

Required:

Yes

Applications Close: 08 October 2026

Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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