Journeyperson Mechanic (Pipefitter specialty)

Summary

This posting is for a journeyperson mechanic with the pipefitter specialty.  Only candidates who have completed a formal apprenticeship in this discipline may be considered.  

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, performs all types of mechanical, civil and structural construction, maintenance and repair work on project features including reservoir, concrete dams, powerhouse, appurtenant structures and buildings, with marine equipment and all fixed or movable machinery and other equipment. The work will require one or more skills such as mechanic, machinist, welder, ironworker, blacksmith, millwright, carpenter, crane operator, rigger, plumber, pipefitter, sheet metal worker, mason, painter and auto mechanic.

Measure, cut and thread pipe to specifications and drawings, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe cutters, and threading machines and benders.  Use pipe grooving machines

Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications and drawings, by brazing, cementing, soldering, threading and/or other mechanical means such as compression or Victaulic fittings

Attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, and tools 

Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipe lines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods.

Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment, following specifications  and drawings and using hand and power tools.

Operate motorized pumps to remove water from flooded manholes or facility floors.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be proficient in blueprint reading and interpretation in order to fabricate parts or components, assemble or disassemble components, sub-assemblies or complete machine assemblies

Must be proficient in equipment setting techniques using precisions levels and other precision alignment tools and equipment

Must be proficient in rigging machine parts, selection of rigging devices and equipment, use of hand signals, operating bridge cranes

Must possess knowledge of basic work place safety practices, such as personal protective equipment and lock out/tag out procedures

Must be proficient in the installation, replacement and repair of plumbing fixtures, devices, trim, etc.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Four (4) years experience at the journeyperson level as a pipefitter or equivalent.

Must have completed a fomral apprenticeship advancing to the level of journeyperson. 

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform all tasks associated with the duties of a power house mechanic