Pipefitter Leader

We love our jobs. Do you? This position is located in the esteemed Architect of the Capitol, Library Building and Grounds, Maintenance Branch, Plumbing Section. As a Pipefitter Leader, you will troubleshoot, repair, and install pipefitting system components in assigned Capitol Complex work sites that include extensive grounds and arboretum, monumental historic buildings with a complex infrastructure. The position is considered essential and is required to report during emergency closures.

Major duties

• TOUR OF DUTY: Sunday through Thursday 1:30 PM -10:00 PM As a Pipefitter leader, you will lead, motivate, and work alongside journey-level pipefitters throughout the Library Buildings and Grounds. Duties include: Relaying supervisor instructions to staff and demonstrating proper work methods Ensuring plans, blueprints, materials, and tools are available Reading and following complex blueprints and specifications Installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems, including systems in historical buildings Repairing sewage, water, gas, and steam distribution systems and associated fixtures Clearing clogged drains and repairing faucets, toilets, urinals, and related fixtures Leading and performing pipe replacement; repair steam traps and valves Cutting, threading, connecting, and fitting pipe using various joining methods and mechanical couplings Diagnosing, troubleshooting, monitoring, and maintaining systems using a Building Automation System (BAS) Using Web TMA and Mobile TMA to manage work orders and identify replacement parts Inspecting testing, repairing, and servicing fire protection systems per NFPA standards and local codes Completing electronic testing as part of inspection processes Performing brazing, soldering, and other hot‐work processes, including welding where permitted

Qualifications

You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. You must meet the following SCREEN-OUT(S) required for this position. Ability to lead or supervise employees in the performance of pipefitting work including: Directing and assigning daily work tasks, tracking job order progress, and maintaining effective communication between workers, leaderships, and other trades; Independently installing, repairing, and modifying copper, black iron, and PVC piping across commercial or residential plumbing and mechanical systems; Executing effective field repairs and adjustments when drawings are incomplete, inaccurate, or unavailable; and Inspecting finished piping work and enforcing job-site safety.

Source: USAJOBS. Applications are submitted on USAJOBS.gov.