Pipefitter

This position is located at the Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration in Boise, Idaho. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, inspecting, installing, modifying, repairing, and completing maintenance of various medical gas systems, compressed air systems, natural gas systems, high and low pressure steam systems, geo thermal heating systems, plumbing drain waste and vent systems, and hot and cold domestic water systems.

• Design and implement plans for project work, including reading and following blueprints and specifications.
• Estimate accurately the time and materials required to install, repair, or replace equipment or components.
• Select and use tools, parts, and materials to accomplish tasks quickly, neatly, and safely.
• Operate grinders, pipe threading machines, oxygen/acetylene torches, hand tools, electric sewer augers, fans, pumps, welders, and other trade-related tools and equipment.
• Work off ladders, scaffolds, and man lifts to reach work areas.
• Support FMS management, engineering technicians, and project managers through design consultation, code consideration, and installation guideline support of plumbing and piping systems.
• Inspect the fabrication and installation of steam systems, plumbing systems, geo thermal heating systems, and high-pressure/high-purity pipe/medical gas systems.
• Assist engineers and other FMS professionals in responding to operational issues, including troubleshooting problems of specialized piping systems.

• State of Idaho Journeyman Plumbing License
• Medical Gas Installer License/Certification
• Current, valid state-issued Driver's License

Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm

Heavy lifting is involved with this position. Assistance is usually available for the handling of heavier material and equipment. Heavy exertion is required at frequent intervals.