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Pipefitter

Smithsonian Institution

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Summary

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in Smithsonian Institution's Office of Smithsonian Facilities (SF), Office of Facilities Management and Reliability (OFMR). The incumbent serves under the general supervision of the Crafts Shop Supervisor. The employee is responsible for providing preventative maintenance, minor repairs and installations for many utility distribution systems.

Summary

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in Smithsonian Institution's Office of Smithsonian Facilities (SF), Office of Facilities Management and Reliability (OFMR). The incumbent serves under the general supervision of the Crafts Shop Supervisor. The employee is responsible for providing preventative maintenance, minor repairs and installations for many utility distribution systems.

Overview

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

01/16/2026 to 02/03/2026

Salary $34.36 to - $40.14 per hour Pay scale & grade WG 10

Location

Front Royal, VA

FEW vacancies

Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent - Federal Work schedule Full-time - Full-Time, Permanent Service Competitive

Promotion potential

10

Job family (Series)

* 4204 Pipe fitting

Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test No

Announcement number 26R-SC-313355-DEU-FM Control number

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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

This position is open to all U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals.

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Federal employees with permanent status or individuals eligible for special appointing authorities may also apply to Job Announcement #26R-SC-313355-MPA-FM More than one selection may be made from this announcement.

Duties

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The Pipefitter will provide preventative maintenance, minor repairs and installations for many utility distribution systems.

In this position, you will:

* Perform preventative maintenance, repairs and installations for many utility distribution systems.

* Install, troubleshoot, modify and repair new and existing utility, supply and disposal systems and equipment such as sewage, water, oil, pneumatic, and gas distribution systems, water closets, tubs, flush valves, sinks, basins, fire sprinkler systems and showers; also installs, equipment such as steam heating, steam generation and hydraulic systems, steam generators, flash and expansion tanks; condensate, vacuum and circulating pumps and radiators.

* Use materials (such as aluminum, copper, iron, nylon, lead, vinyl, PVC and rubber) requiring a knowledge of their resistance to heat and acids, their strength and resiliency and how to connect tubing made of different materials by using special fittings such as nylon to connect plastic and metal tubing.

* Operate all power and hand tools used in pipe fitting, drainage cleaning systems such as pipe bending, threading, grooving, and cutting machines, pneumatic caulking hammers; drain cleaning machines (mechanical and kinetic), electric hand drills and electric saws.

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Conditions of employment

* Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation

* May need to complete a Probationary Period

* Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer

* Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.

Conditions of Employment

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the physical ability to perform moderately heavy work including lifting and carrying heavy objects up to 50 lbs.; work outside in all weather conditions with exposure to dirt, dust, pollen and insects; climb ladders and stairs; and stand and walk for extended periods.

Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the job opportunity announcement.

For information on the Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations, see OPM's website.

Additional Conditions of Employment:

* Must have a valid State or District of Columbia driver's license. (You must upload a copy)

* Must be available to work late shifts, weekends and holidays and is subject to being called in for emergencies to restore the Smithsonian Institution to normal operations.

Qualifications

In order to be rated qualified, an applicant's overall experience and training must indicate possession of the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of this position.

Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages and should clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and specialized experience required for this position. Do not copy language directly from the vacancy announcement, as you…