Pipefitter​/Steamfitter

Bid Procedures:
All University employees represented by AFSCME Local 1668, and non-AFSCME regular and temporary University employees, who have the present ability or required qualifications to satisfactorily perform the required work, may exercise bidding privileges on this position.

• Current AFSCME employees must complete the on-line WMU – AFSCME (bid) Sheet only.
• Non-AFSCME University employees must submit an on-line WMU – Internal Application only.
• Temporary University employees must submit an on-line WMU – Application only.

College

College VP Business And Finance-DIV

Executive Area

Executive Area VP Business And Finance

Department

Department Facil Mgmt-Maintenance Service

Posting Number

Posting Number S1775P

Job Type

Job Type Full Time, Regular

Pay Type

Pay Type Nonexempt/Hourly

Pay Grade

Pay Grade ST4

Campus Location

Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus

Salary Range

Salary Range $41.46 per hour plus generous benefits.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

• Provides highly skilled craft labor, working with tools to install, repair, replace and perform preventive maintenance for all elements of the University’s heat and hot water distribution system.

• Installs, repairs and maintains all piping and devices required for the delivery of steam and return of condensate for heating and domestic use, including air separators, expansion tanks, domestic hot water heaters, valves, strainers and traps.
• Inspects and traces piping; cuts or breaks existing fittings and removes damaged and/or deteriorated segments of piping; threads new pipe under 4" in diameter to receive new fittings; and installs new fittings to reconnect replacement pipe under 4" in diameter or welds replacement piping over 4" in diameter to existing sound piping material.
• Installs, repairs and replaces underground pipes, pipes located in vaults and steam tunnels, and pipes concealed in floors, walls and ceilings.
• Bleeds hydronic heating systems to remove excess air and correct water flow.
• Removes and replaces heat vent unit coils with the assistance of 2-3 other tradespeople.
• Repairs heating elements and wall-mounted convectors and changes building relief valves.
• Provides information required to update building and systems drawings to accurately reflect current status and, as assigned, may assist in the technical training of an apprentice.
• Organizes assigned work so as to minimize materials and manhours required for proper completion of work, and instructs others in the operation of and preventive maintenance for all related tools and equipment.
• Performs additional duties as requested by supervisory personnel.

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and safety regulations regarding the performance of job duties, and must have sufficient writing and mathematical skills to prepare estimates and supply requisitions.
• Ability to familiarize themselves with electronic communication devices for work orders and other communication.
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints, diagrams, written specifications and operating instructions.
• Completion of a registered apprenticeship program, or an established, certified training program recognized by the University and/or written verification of a minimum of five (5) years experience at the journeyperson level in the pipefitter trade.
• Possess documented welding experience in a commercial application.
• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job and use the tools of the trade.
• Ability to complete a physical examination administered by the employer’s designated physician is…