Veterans Health Administration

Overview

The Pipefitter at the Robley Rex VA is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, testing, repairing, modifying, and maintaining various plumbing and piping systems in a medical facility and industrial laundry. The role requires both independent work on small maintenance tasks and collaboration with a team for larger projects.

Responsibilities

• Layout, install, test, adjust, and maintain various piping systems and allied equipment.
• Perform new installations of plumbing and steam equipment from layout to finishing work.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on piping systems and allied equipment.
• Install and maintain pipe insulation of various materials.
• Install, repair, and maintain complex hospital equipment.
• Install, repair, and maintain HVAC plumbing equipment.
• Fit, install, and maintain hospital plumbing and laboratory fixtures.
• Install, test, and repair life support and safety systems using various piping materials.
• Maintain shop inventory and order materials as needed.
• Install firestop when necessary.
• Understand how work supports VA's mission and participate in performance management.

Additional Information

• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 0800-1630
• Physical Requirements: Handles objects weighing up to 45 pounds and works in cramped positions.