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Pipefitter (Engineering Equipment Operator)

Pine Bluff Arsenal, Arkansas, USA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$30.81/hr - $35.95/hr

The U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command is seeking a Pipefitter (Engineering Equipment Operator) at Pine Bluff Arsenal. The role involves providing arsenal-wide pipefitting installation and repair services, ensuring the maintenance of high-pressure pipe systems and equipment.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide maintenance services involving the installation or repair of high-pressure pipe systems and equipment

Examines blueprints before laying out the routing, placement, pitch, incline, and elevation of systems and equipment

Prepares assemblies for installation

Performs work related to munitions manufacturing piping system installation and maintenance

Monitor power boilers to identify, prevent, and fix problems

Perform pipefitting work using backhoes and track hoes

Qualification

Pipe fittingHigh-pressure systemsBlueprint readingPreventative maintenanceOperating backhoesProblem analysisTeamworkCommunication

Required

Ability to do the work of a(n) Pipefitter (Engineering Equipment Operator) ~ without more than normal supervision

Demonstrate sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision

Perform common duties which include: 1. Pipe fitting installation and repair services for manufacturing facilities; 2. Testing systems and equipment to ensure proper operations; 3. Analyzing defects in piping and power boiler systems equipment to correct deficiencies; 4. Performing preventative and scheduled maintenance on plant systems and equipment; and 5. Operating backhoes and track hoes

Physical Effort: The pipefitter makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms, and where the systems and equipment worked on are in hard-to-reach places. The position requires them to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. The pipefitter frequently handles, lifts, carries, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds. Occasionally, they may lift and carry items that weight over 50 pounds and will be required to wear protective equipment, e.g., respirators, safety glasses, etc

Working Conditions: The work is done inside and outside, is it usually dirty, dusty, and greasy and may include inclement weather and extreme temperature. The pipefitter is sometimes required to installations and repairs in areas where bad smelling fumes are present. There is frequent exposure to the possibility of uncomfortable heat conditions. The pipefitter is frequently exposed to the possibility of strains, cuts, scrapes, bruises, burns, and infections. They are occasionally exposed to the possibility of broken bones. When working in munitions manufacturing areas, employee is subjected to the possibility of hazards from toxic chemical and explosives items

Pre-appointment physical is required and annual physical annually thereafter

This position is subject to Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements

This position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not eligible for the position

Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration

You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship

One year trial/probationary period may be required

Direct Deposit of Pay is required

Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.