Job Description

Overview

The Pipefitter position at the Bath VA Medical Center in Bath, NY involves modifying, maintaining, and repairing various high, medium, and low pressure piping systems. The role requires a range of skills in plumbing and steam fitting within a healthcare facility.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect, adjust, clean, and repair plumbing fixtures and systems.
  • Maintain steam operated equipment, heating and water systems, kitchen and laundry equipment.
  • Conduct preventive maintenance on utility systems and equipment.
  • Apply accepted steam fitting and pipefitting methods to resolve on-site issues.
  • Interpret and apply building plans and blueprints.
  • Utilize shop mathematics for layout of angles, arcs, and circles.
  • Conduct repairs and installations in hard-to-reach places using ladders and scaffolding.
  • Lay out and install piping, risers, and flexible branches at proper levels.
  • Test systems for circulation, flow, pressure, leak-free joints, and drainage.
  • Diagnose plumbing system malfunctions and perform necessary repairs.

Additional Information

  • Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
  • Position Description Title/PD#: Pipefitter / 13884-A