Journeyman Pipefitter

MalaceHR is seeking an experienced Journeyman Pipefitter to support maintenance repair and construction operations at a large college campus. This position is responsible for installing maintaining troubleshooting and repairing commercial and industrial piping systems throughout campus facilities.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial industrial or new construction environments with hands-on experience working with steam chilled water hot water condensate and other mechanical piping systems.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a skilled facilities team supporting a diverse campus environment including academic buildings laboratories residential facilities and central utility plants.

• Install maintain repair and replace commercial and industrial piping systems including steam condensate chilled water hot water domestic water and process piping.

• Measure cut thread groove bend and fit piping materials according to project specifications.

• Assemble and install pipes valves fittings supports hangers pumps and related mechanical components.

• Read and interpret blueprints piping diagrams schematics and construction drawings.

• Troubleshoot piping system issues including leaks pressure problems flow restrictions and equipment failures.

• Perform repairs and modifications to existing piping systems throughout campus facilities.

• Support new construction renovations equipment installations and preventive maintenance projects.

• Perform pressure testing leak testing and system inspections to ensure proper operation.

• Work with various piping materials including carbon steel stainless steel copper and other commercial piping materials.

• Collaborate with HVAC technicians operating engineers maintenance personnel and contractors to complete projects safely and efficiently.

• Ensure all work complies with applicable building codes safety regulations and campus standards.

• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work and communicate project updates to supervisors.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Journeyman Pipefitter certification/license or completion of a recognized pipefitting apprenticeship required.

• 3 years of commercial or industrial pipefitting experience in addition to any applicable apprenticeship requirements.

• Strong experience installing maintaining and repairing commercial or industrial mechanical piping systems.

• Experience working with steam chilled water hot water and condensate piping systems.

• Proficiency in pipe layout fabrication threading grooving and fitting.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints technical drawings and piping schematics.

• Experience working with valves pumps fittings and associated mechanical equipment.

• Knowledge of proper piping installation techniques safety standards and applicable building codes.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with maintenance and construction teams.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Valid drivers license with a satisfactory driving record preferred.

• Experience working in higher education healthcare manufacturing or large commercial facilities.

• Experience with central utility plants steam distribution and chilled water systems.

• Background in commercial or industrial new construction and renovation projects.

• Experience with welding brazing soldering and pipe fabrication.

• Familiarity with hydronic heating and cooling systems.

• Experience working on large-scale mechanical systems in institutional or industrial environments.