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Pipefitter Job Overview
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/16/2026. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Screen Out: Without more than normal supervision - Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. Troubleshooting- Troubleshooting Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair - Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Technical Practices - Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic). Specifications (includes blueprint reading) - Ability to interpret instructions, specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading). Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment - Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment. Measurement and Layout- Measurement and Layout. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Incumbent makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, platforms, and in areas where the systems and equipment worked on are in hard-to-reach places. This requires standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing while working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently handles, lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weigh over 50 pounds. Work is done inside and outside, in attics and crawlspaces, steam tunnels and manholes. These areas may be dirty, dusty, greasy, wet, hot, or cold. May be required to make installations and repairs in areas where malodorous are present. Frequently exposed to the possibility of strains, cuts, scrapes, bruises, burns, and infections. Incumbent may be required to work in areas that have asbestos containing materials and will, therefore, be required to use personal protective clothing and equipment (PPE) including respirators and other equipment to prevent possible asbestos exposure. Incumbent will be responsible for completing respirator training, fit testing and training in the proper use and maintenance of general PPE.