Pipefitter/Steamfitter
Western Michigan University
1903 West Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 - May 14, 2025
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Benefits:
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Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
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Disability insurance
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Life insurance
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Retirement benefits
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Tuition discount for employees and tuition remission for eligible dependents
Job Summary:
This position involves providing highly skilled labor to install, repair, replace, and perform preventive maintenance on the University’s heat and hot water distribution systems. The Pipefitter/Steamfitter will work with various piping systems and components, including air separators, expansion tanks, valves, strainers, and traps.
Major Duties:
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Install, repair, and maintain piping and devices for steam distribution, including related components such as valves, strainers, and traps.
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Perform maintenance and repairs to underground pipes, pipes in vaults, steam tunnels, and concealed piping in walls, floors, and ceilings.
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Bleed hydronic heating systems to remove air and correct water flow.
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Work with other tradespeople to replace heat vent unit coils and heating elements.
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Assist in updating building systems and drawing documentation.
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Organize work to minimize material waste and manhours.
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Instruct others on tool operation and preventive maintenance.
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Perform additional tasks as assigned by supervisors.
Minimum Qualifications:
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and safety regulations.
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Completion of a registered apprenticeship or a minimum of 5 years of experience at the journeyperson level.
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Documented welding experience in a commercial application.
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Valid Michigan driver’s license.
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Ability to complete a physical examination.
Desired Qualifications:
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State of Michigan Plumber’s license.
Working Conditions:
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The position requires working in confined spaces such as vaults and tunnels.
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Must wear safety equipment including MIOSHA-approved safety shoes, hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, and respirators when required.
Schedule:
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First (1st) shift: Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Application Instructions:
To apply, current AFSCME employees, non-AFSCME University employees, and temporary employees must submit the appropriate online application forms as specified.
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