Maintenance Mechanic Pipefitter

Essential Job Duties

• Cuts bends threads fits welds all types of pipe and tubing including steel plastic cast iron stainless steel copper and aluminum.
• Fabricates and installs pipe hangers and supports.
• Capable of using all tools of the trade including threaders sewer machines benders saws and drills.
• Uses various machines such as arc welders pipe threaders pipe/tubbing benders band saws drill presses portable electric tools and an assortment of hand tools. Pressure test colts and tanks.
• Uses oxyacetylene torch for heating cutting soldering and brazing of various materials used by the craft.
• Works with pressure ranging from low to very high including ultra-high vacuum.
• Must be proficient in reading prints and sketches for the fabrication work required of this craft.
• Interprets lays out and fabricates items in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Pipes products including water steam air vacuum condensate sewage oil acids and refrigerants.
• Uses acid to clean coils and piping systems.
• Unclogs sewage lines.
• Ensures the accurate and efficient replacement of parts repairs and/or adjustments to equipment installations and/or fixtures.
• Performs duties under the direction of line management.
• Responsible for the maintenance of accurate records
• Adheres to Safety Fire and Security Regulations.
• Must be able to work alone or with others as the job requires.
• Responsible for the safe operation and proper care of materials tools and equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining a knowledge of applicable Federal State Department of Energy (DOE) Corporate and Plant rules regulations Labor Agreements and Plant-wide operating policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Required to attend and/or successfully complete training classes as determined by the Training and Development Technologies Department through General Employee Training (Reference DOE Order 426.2) and Management.
• Participates in worker involvement including input to work planning and methods to identify hazards and controls.
• Understands a workers right to stop work when they feel their own or others personal safety is jeopardized.
• Attends all required safety meetings and training. Offers suggestions on improvements to the work environment.

Skills and Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or (GED) General Equivalency Diploma.
• Must be able to perform all duties and functions outline above.
• Must meet initial employment requirements.
• Must be able to read write and comprehend applicable written and/or oral instructions.
• Must be physically fit to perform the above job functions as determined by Medical Evaluation.
• Must have a valid State Motor Vehicle Operators License.
• All qualifications work history training and education are to be verified by direct contact with former employers and/or documented proof.
• Newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2)
• In addition the applicant must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2 (i.e. 1 year maintenance-related experience or a DOE O 426.2 alternative). DOE 426.2 experience requirements can be satisfied following the interim newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2)

Pipefitter/Plumber

• Must have successfully completed a four (4) year Pantex approved Apprenticeship which provides experience directly related to the work currently performed by the Pipe Shop and either a current Journeyman plumbing licensee issued by the state Board of Plumbing Examiners or possess a journeyman pipefitter certification.
• May be required complete Backflow training and pass test for license within 24 months.
• May be required to become certified to perform asbestos abatement work; unless medically disqualified.
• May be required to pass and maintain certification in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (A.S.M.E.) code (Steel Pipe) Welding Test at the Plant.

Education

• High School diploma or (GED) General Equivalency Diploma.

DOE Order 426.2 Requirements

• In addition to the above requirements the applicant must also meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e. 1 year maintenance-related experience or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE O 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following the interim newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2A)

Functional Requirements

• Lifting or carrying less than 51 pounds (or specify # of pounds 40)
• Straight pulling or pushing (2hours/day)
• Reaching above shoulder level
• Repetitive motion of the wrist/forearm
• Walking (2hours/day)
• Standing (2hours/day)
• Repeated bending at the waist
• Repeated squatting
• Climbing with legs only (stairs)
• Climbing with arms and legs (ladders etc.)
• Operation of motorized vehicle:
• Normal far vision in at least one eye correctable to 20/40 (20 feet)
• Near vision (must be able to read computer screen manuscript book etc at approximately 13-16 inches from face)
• Depth perception (ability to tell how close or far an object is)
• Practical ability to differentiate colors.
• No evidence of current drug or alcohol abuse
• Ability to use small tools
• Ability to perform safety-sensitive duties

Environmental Factors

• Constant noise (ex: running engines)
• Impact noise (ex. Air hammers)
• Excessive heat
• Excessive cold/chilling
• Environmental dust (silica)
• Asbestos
• Fumes smoke gasses
• Solvents and degreasing agents
• Strong acids and bases (Machinist Pipefitter Electrician-only)
• Works on slippery or uneven walking surfaces
• Works out of doors
• Ladders or scaffolding
• Confined spaces
• Prolonged or irregular hours
• Machinery with exposed moving parts
• Vibrations
• Isolated work assignments

What You Can Expect

• Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
• Top-notch dedicated colleagues
• Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
• Career advancement and professional development programs
• Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives

Why Pantex

You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan prescription drug plan vision plan dental plan employer matched 401(k) savings plan disability coverage education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace at Pantex you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.

Notes

• Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
• Requires Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification. If the successful candidate is not currently certified in the HRP the certification process will be initiated upon assumption of the position. If the successful candidate is currently certified in the HRP a review for HRP certification in the appropriate category will be performed by the hiring manager and the HRP Management Official and the certification process in the appropriate category will be initiated upon assumption of the position.