Smithsonian Institution

Pipefitter

Location

Front Royal, VA

Wage

$34.71 – $40.55/hr

Employment Type

Full-time

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Posted on May 14, 2026

Job Description

Overview

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, responsible for all Smithsonian facilities, many of which are historic and visited by millions each year. The Pipefitter position involves performing maintenance, repairs, and installations for various utility distribution systems.

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and installations for utility distribution systems.
  • Install, troubleshoot, modify, and repair utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment.
  • Use materials requiring knowledge of their resistance to heat and acids and how to connect different tubing materials.
  • Operate all power and hand tools used in pipefitting and drainage cleaning systems.