Steamfitter

Position Details

Position Title: Steamfitter
College/Division: Facilities and Services
Department: 500770-FS MECHANICAL
Location: Las Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable): Not specified
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $16.83
Appointment: Full-time
Equivalency: 1.0
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair steam distribution system and related equipment;
Performs steam distribution system maintenance activities;
Operates and maintains high/low pressure steam boilers, related controls and safety devices;
Performs related work as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High School diploma + 1 years of relevant experience, or higher degree.
  Preferred Qualifications: Special Certification/Licensure Licensing Requirement: (JFP) - New Mexico Journeyman Pipe Fitter License or ability to obtain Journeyman Pipefitter License within a year from date of hire.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements: i.e. extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials/situations that require safety precaution/protective equip
Physical Effort: Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.
Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.

Risk

Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.