Campus Utilities Pipefitter​/Steamfitter R Plumber​/Pipe​/Steamfitter

Position: CAMPUS UTILITIES PIPEFITTER / STEAMFITTER [R PLUMBER/PIPE/STEAMFITTER]
* Troubleshoot, maintain, inspect, operate, and repair underground high energy thermal energy distribution systems, including pipelines, main service entrances/’headers’, meter-sets, pressure reducing stations or PRV’s, steam traps (F&T and Bucket), safety relief valves, isolation valves, condensate receivers and other related equipment and apparatus
* Monitor and operate isolation valves and metering systems to control and regulate the flow of thermal energy; isolate and route low pressure and medium pressure steam, condensate, and chilled water distribution as necessary for maintenance and repair
* Maintain and keep records of current and active Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures
* Prepare thermal energy distribution systems to be worked on by contractors, including de-energizing low pressure and high-pressure steam and condensate, venting and verifying zero-energy, issuing LOTO procedures, and monitoring procedures utilized by contractors
* Repair and replace various types of steam expansion joints and steam and chilled water isolations valves. Troubleshoot ‘fail to hold’ situations to safely proceed with repairs
* Cut, fit, fabricate, and assemble variety of pipe and piping systems, including large diameter pipe; and work with a variety of piping and system components
* Construct various types of pipe joints for high or low-pressure systems, including threading, brazing, soldering, or welding.
* Install, connect, operate and maintain a variety of mechanical equipment including pumps, condensate receivers, expansion tanks, expansion joints, isolation valves.
* Troubleshoot and repair mechanical system and thermal energy system failures relating to steam hammer caused by failed steam traps, failed condensate receivers, or failed heat exchangers
* Safely operate ‘hot tap’ equipment on live systems including low pressure steam, condensate, and chilled water distribution systems
* Repair and/or replace isolation valves, expansion joints, other mechanical equipment and appurtenances while under a mechanical line stop or line freeze. Coordinate safe work procedures with qualified line stop or line freeze operator at all times.
* Troubleshoot, test, and repair pressure relief systems and other safety devices in the thermal energy distribution system; prepare and implement test plans
* Maintain and update high pressure steam, low pressure steam, condensate, chilled water, and natural gas distribution system drawings and schematics
* Perform duties in accordance with safety standards and procedures outlined in WAC 296-803
* Research and coordinate technical issues related to requests for shutdowns of, campus steam distribution systems, building heating systems, and other systems to avoid or minimize disruptions of service to the campus.
* Work collaboratively with other skilled trades’ leads, supervisors, managers and department heads, students and outside vendors in a courteous and professional manner with particular attention to customer service
* Assist construction contractors with connection of new buildings and renovated buildings to the thermal energy distribution systems
* Perform all work in accordance with applicable safety rules, environmental regulatory requirements, and SDS documents and maintain records as required according to environmental requirements
* Plan and execute all work in a safe and efficient manner. Prepare and execute work using Activity Work Plans, Pre-Task Plans, Group Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures, and/or Job Hazard Assessments (JHA’s) to facilitate the safe completion of all work assigned
* Use safe work practices working around and be knowledgeable of asbestos and lead containing materials
* Inspect projects to ensure compliance with local standards and codes and maintain records of work performed and inspect contractors’ work to see that the work is performed to campus specifications
* Review, initiate, and retrieve work orders using UW’s AiM Workdesk system and assigned tablet computer. Prepare service histories and fulfill other documentation requirements.
* Field phone calls and e-mails to answer requests, questions, etc., of clients, and others
* Monitor equipment and supply…