Pipefitter (Plumber) Job at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, San Antonio, TX

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  • U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
  • San Antonio, TX

Job Description

Position Title Pipefitter (Plumber) – PD00083A Summary Incumbent serves in Maintenance & Operations within Engineering Service for the South Texas Veterans' Healthcare System – covering leased and owned facilities. Responsible for installing, modifying, testing, maintaining, repairing, inspecting, and troubleshooting all facility piping systems, including steam, gas, water, waste, drainage, fire suppression, and related equipment. Qualifications Experience: No specific length is required; evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality must be provided with detailed descriptions on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. Screen‑out element: initial evaluation of minimal acceptable qualification; candidates who do not meet it are eliminated. Job elements evaluated for eligible candidates include: Equipment Assembly – Installation – Repair, Interpretation of instructions and specifications (including blueprint reading), Measurement and Layout, Plumbing and Pipefitting Technical Practices, Use and Maintenance of Tools and Equipment. Experience may include paid, unpaid, or volunteer work, including National Service, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, professional, philanthropic, or community organizations. Drivers License: A valid driver’s license is required. Duties Primary duties: install, modify, repair, and maintain high‑ and low‑pressure piping systems (steam, gas, air, water, fuel, hydraulic). Lays out and fabricates piping systems from blueprints, sketches, and specifications. Cuts, threads, bends, and assembles pipe using hand and power tools and shop equipment. Installs and aligns valves, regulators, gauges, meters, and control devices. Performs pressure tests, leak detection, and system balancing. Troubleshoots system malfunctions and determines repair methods. Fabricates and routes piping to avoid obstructions and meet system requirements. Uses welding, brazing, and soldering as required. Diagnoses and repairs existing systems; performs preventive maintenance. Ensures installations comply with applicable codes and regulations; follows safety procedures; uses protective equipment. Coordinates work with other trades and engineering personnel; may lead or guide lower‑graded workers. Maintains records of work performed and materials used. Work schedule: Monday‑Friday – 7:00 am to 3:30 pm or 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. Physical requirements: moderate lifting (15‑44 lbs), moderate carrying (15‑44 lbs), pushing, reaching, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, climbing, use of crane/truck, rapid mental and muscular coordination, vision, depth perception, hearing, and emotional stability. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Job Tags

Monday to Friday

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