Job Description MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Plumber I: High School graduation (or GED), including or supplemented by courses in industrial arts and/or shop mechanics, and a combination of training equivalent to an apprenticeship in the trade and some responsible work in the plumbing and pipefitting trades at the trainee or helper level. Plumber II: High School graduation (or GED), including or supplemented by courses in industrial arts and/or shop mechanics, and a combination of training equivalent to an apprenticeship in the trade and considerable progressively more responsible work in the plumbing and pipefitting trades, some of which shall have been at the level of Plumber I. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION- both levels: Possession of an appropriate, valid vehicle operator's license; in particular, of the appropriate commercial driver's license (CDL). Level II- Journey worker plumber license. NOTE: All APS employees authorized to drive APS vehicles are subject to either the Omnibus Transportation Act drug or alcohol testing procedures (if required to possess a CDL) or the Arlington Public Schools Alcohol and Drug testing procedures (if CDL is not required). REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Plumber I- Good knowledge of procedures, practices, tools, and safety precautions of the trade, and ability to use a broad range of plumbing, pipe fitting, water, sewage and heating construction and repair measuring, power and hand tools and equipment. Good knowledge of the common procedures, materials, hazards and safety precautions associated with plumbing, heating, sewage, and drainage systems maintenance and construction activities, and ability to respond appropriately in hazardous situations. Good knowledge of national, state and local codes and regulations applicable to the plumbing trade. Plumber II- Thorough knowledge of procedures, practices, tools, and safety precautions of the trade, and ability to use a broad range of plumbing, pipe fitting, water, sewage and heating construction and repair measuring, power and hand tools and equipment. Through knowledge of the common procedures, materials, hazards and safety precautions associated with plumbing, heating, sewage, and drainage systems maintenance and construction activities, and ability to respond appropriately in hazardous situations. Thorough knowledge of national, state and local codes and regulations applicable to the plumbing trade. Ability to lead, train, instruct trainees, level I plumbers in performing assigned tasks. Ability to read and interpret plans, diagrams, schematics, and manufacturers manuals. Ability to plan and layout work projects, and to estimate time and materials needed. Both Levels- Ability to operate a variety of vans and trucks. Ability to follow and give oral and written instructions, and to read and interpret plans, diagrams, drawings, prints, schematics, etc. Ability to use arithmetic computations to measure, calculate quantities and costs, etc., and ability to maintain records. Ability to develop and maintain good leadership and interpersonal relationships. Skill in the use of tools, equipment, and materials pertinent to the trade. (May not include all duties performed; not all incumbents perform all essential functions delineated) Confers with Supervisor to learn nature of work assignments, and advise or consult on individual/crew assignments, work-orders, equipment to be used, and materials to be obtained or purchased; May be authorized to order or purchase materials; Studies building plans and work instructions to determine tools, equipment and materials needed, and to ensure holes cut will not affect structural integrity; Confers with building administrator and/or Supervisor to determine whether part or all building must be closed down during work; Measures and cuts holes in floors and walls to fit pipes, using hand, power, and measuring tools; Cuts and threads metal, plastic or ceramic pipes, using pipe cutters, cutting torch, and threading machines; bends pipes to required angle using pipe bending machine and/or hand tools; Assembles and installs, interior and exterior (below-ground) pipes, pipe fittings and valves, caulks pipes, and tests for leakages. May dig trenches to remove, repair, or replace pipes; Repairs and or replaces plumbing and heating fixtures such as faucets, sinks, commodes, water heaters, and kitchen fixtures such as sinks, and dishwashers; Replaces cooling and dual temperature pumps; repairs and replaces fan coils, radiators and hot water heaters); repairs swimming pool and irrigation piping systems; installs, tests and repairs cross-connection and back-flow control devices; Clears clogged drains or commodes using hand and power tools and chemicals; Conducts preventative maintenance inspections and repairs of all assigned systems; Loads and unloads supplies and equipment into a county automotive vehicle, drives to and from work sites; Measures all safety precautions, regulations and equipment are used appropriately, and that work complies with national, state, and local building codes; Participates in work-site set-up and clean up to ensure safe environment; Performs routine maintenance and repair on tools, equipment and vehicles; Maintains work records and prepares reports on problem or emergency situations; At II level, leads and inspects work performed by crew, summer student and/or community service workers. Provides guidance and training as necessary; Performs related work as required, or assigned. Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy G-2.30, Employee Relations - Equal Employment Opportunity - that "Employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on the basis of race, national origin, creed, color, religion, gender, age, economic status, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and/or disability."
See More Details >>Position: Mechanical Journeyperson (Pipefitter) - Arlington overview as a pipefitter, you will work under minimal supervision with a high level of independent judgement and problem solving. You should be flexible enough to take on and tackle multiple job assignments in a shift. experience includes • experience with planned maintenance systems and predictive technologies • experience with industrial robotics, automation, and conveyance systems primary responsibilities • follow established safety procedures according to osha standards and company procedures • maintain, dismantle, repair, and replace mechanical and hydraulic components (e. G. Bearings, seals, details, carriers, etc.) on industrial machinery such as shafting, motors, generators, air compressors, engines, pumps, cylinders, gears, couplings, linkages, ball screws, high speed cnc spindles, coolant systems and filters, and combustion equipment and valves • layout, assemble, fabricate, maintain, and repair piping systems • use various hand or power tools for measuring, cutting, threading, grooving, bending, soldering, assembling, joining, and installing pipes, valves, and fittings • read and interpret blueprints for the mechanical operation and assembly of conveyor systems, material handling systems, robots, and other automation • operate mobile equipment (e.g. Forklifts, vertical lifts, cranes) • determine loading requirements to rig equipment and material for lifting • set up and operate conventional or computer numerically controlled (cnc) machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes • fabricate punches, tools, steel rule tools and t-sets to exact specifications • plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools or assemblies using blueprints, sketches, or models • determine quality of finished products, ensuring defect-free parts, by verifying dimensions, alignment, and clearances for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicators minimum qualifications • at least six (6) years of related experience in a mechanical trade (millwright, pipefitter, toolmaker, machine repair) or a u.s. Department of labor certificate of completion in a mechanical trade (millwright, pipefitter, toolmaker, machine repair). • must be able to satisfactorily complete the general motors hiring process requirements which includes comprehensive assessments, drug testing, and a background check • at least 18 years of age • eligible to work in the united states • must be willing to work flexible shift hours and day, afternoon, or night shifts as well as overtime hours daily, weekend and holidays on those shifts with little notice • gm does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you need or will need gm immigration sponsorship to work or to remain employed at gm (e.g., h-1b, tn, stem opt, etc.). • if you are a current gm employee operating under a collective bargaining agreement, please contact your local hr/lr for employee placement opportunities. • this position may be filled with a journeyperson or journeyperson in training, the compensation ranges for a jit include ($37.78-$44.08) or journeyperson rate of $44.98. certificates/credentials and scoring in interview will determine your status and pay. general motors uaw hourly employment offers a very competitive compensation and benefit package. An annual incentive payout is also available, as qualified. Relocation and travel expenses will be the responsibility of the applicant. Please note - per the labor agreement between gm and the uaw, gm may share information and documentation relating to the credentials of applicants for this position (e.g., resumes, journeyperson cards, interview notes, certificates, etc.) with uaw personnel who have a need to know as part of their role on the uaw skilled trades team. about gm our vision is a world with zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all. why join us we believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one general motors team. benefits overview from day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. 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See More Details >>Plumber Pipefitter job at Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority. Arlington, VA. Compensation Grade: T19 Salary Range: $33.16-$43.10 Opening Date: August 2, 2024 Closing Date: Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date. As a Plumber Pipefitter, you will inspect, repair and maintain the Airports Authority's plumbing and utility distribution systems. Plumber Pipefitter This is the journey (full performance) level job in the Plumber Pipefitter series. Serves in the Utilities Division of the Engineering and Maintenance Department at either Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport. Inspects, maintains, repairs, installs and modifies plumbing and distribution piping systems which may include fire suppression, domestic water, natural gas, storm water, sanitary sewage systems, industrial waste, compressed air, steam, High Temp Hot Water, Hot Water and Chilled Water systems. Performs related functions. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Installs pipes, plumbing and related equipment. Makes emergency repairs on various utility service lines; may design/fabricate parts for older equipment. Performs preventive maintenance/corrective maintenance on industrial waste, sanitary sewer and storm sewer systems including various valves, pumps and related equipment. Uses high-pressure vacuum/water jet sewage truck to clean lift stations and distribution sewer mains. Performs preventive/corrective maintenance on domestic water system including various valves, pumps, fixtures and related equipment. Inspects, tests and repairs backflow preventers. Flushes fire hydrants, operate valves, locate lines, perform leak detection surveys. [At DCA] Performs preventive maintenance/corrective maintenance on HVAC mechanical piping distribution system (Hot Water, Chilled Water, High Temp, Hot Water and Steam) including various valves, pumps and related equipment. Overhauls steam pressure regulators used to reduce steam pressure. Performs preventive maintenance/corrective maintenance on fire protection system including various valves, hydrants, devices, air compressors and related equipment. Performs utility line verification on airport utility systems using blueprints and locator equipment. Performs fire suppression and fire pump testing in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Code 25. [At IAD] Performs preventive maintenance/corrective maintenance on natural gas systems in accordance with the IAD Operation and Maintenance Manual, follows mandated Emergency Plan and Operator Qualification Plan. May take monthly meter readings for natural gas and domestic water systems. Reports the need for repairs to the work order desk. Completes work orders when work is completed and updates preventive maintenance records. Helps collect water samples (for chlorine) in compliance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state regulations. Performs Utility Outages to ensure safety to workers, property and the traveling public. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Four years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance and repair of plumbing and pipefitting equipment and systems. OR A Journey License as a Plumber Pipefitter or Natural Gas Fitter. One year of specialized experience in the installation, test, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of a range of plumbing and piping equipment and systems such as, but not limited to, fire protection, domestic water, natural gas, sanitary and storm sewage systems, and fuel distribution systems; pipelines from 1/4 to 72 inches, fire protection sprinklers, fire hydrants, valves, pumps, pressure regulators, joints and fixtures, and related equipment. Journey level knowledge of plumbing-pipefitting to independently inspect, maintain, repair, install, and modify fire suppression, domestic water, natural gas, storm water, sanitary sewage and distribution systems. Knowledge of building and plumbing codes and skill in interpreting and applying building plans, blueprints, and perform shop mathematics. Skill in installing and operating relief valves, check valves, pressure regulators, expansion joints and other devices that control increases and decreases in pressure, flow, circulation and expansion in piping systems. Skill in using tools, technical manuals, schematics, materials, and other equipment and guides in journey level plumbing-piping work. Ability to work safely and knowledge of the safety rules, regulations and procedures needed to do so. Ability to speak and write effectively. Skill in using a computer, computerized work order and time and attendance system. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A Journey or Master Plumber, Pipefitter, or Natural Gas Fitter license. A Class B commercial driver's license (CDL). Certification as Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester (BPAT) from the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR). [IAD only] Certification as Pipeline Operator Qualified (OQ) as determined by the Department of Transportation (DOT) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). EDUCATION A high school diploma or a Certificate of General Educational Development (GED). CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED A state driver's license in good standing. A valid Class B CDL within 90 days of hire, promotion, or placement into the job. BPAT License from Virginia DPOR within one year of hire, promotion, or placement into the job. [IAD only] DOT Pipeline OQ Certification within one year of hire, promotion, or placement into the job. NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS Operates vehicle airside and landside (requires AOA permit). May work in cramped positions, kneel, stoop and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. May be exposed to extreme heat/cold, toxic substances/gases, odors and fumes, raw sewage, possible burns from heat and chemicals, and falls. Wears personal protective equipment. Is subject to hold-over and recall on a 24-hour basis for essential services and emergencies such as snow removal. May be required to work various shifts, night hours, or weekends as needed. Work is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quality, quantity, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors. #WP A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.| Follow us on Twitter @MWAAcareers.
See More Details >>Becoming a pipefitter typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while earning a wage. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 76,572 pipefitters in Virginia, with wages averaging around $1,206.29 per week. The demand for pipefitters in Arlington, VA, is expected to grow by 6% from 2022 to 2032, offering strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring pipefitters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career in a vital skilled trade.
