We need dedicated team members to join us to keep the construction, operations, maintenance and infrastructure of the UMBC campus running smoothly so our students, faculty and staff can continue our mission of striving for excellence. Our staff maintains 70 university buildings on 512 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds.
Join our team of dedicated skills trades staff members!
Position Overview:
The Pipefitter (Steamfitter) will install, repair and maintain chilled water and high temp hot water systems.
Why Work at UMBC?
UMBC offers reliable hours in a stable work environment.
Facilities Management provides free uniforms and shoes for skilled trades positions. Tools are provided for use on the job as well as a UMBC-owned vehicle to travel to worksites on campus. UMBC also assists with keeping trades licenses current and obtaining needed training.
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $49,619and full time regular positions offer 11 days of vacation, 15 sick days, 15 holidays including winter break and spring break, as well as 3 personal days. Tuition remission benefits are available immediately for employees.
We offer a generous benefits package including pension plan, health insurance, on-site day care center and much more. See more details about our benefits below.
Reporting to the Steamfitter Shop Supervisor, the Pipe Fitter/Steamfitter will be responsible for the proper installation, maintenance and repair of the campus chilled water and high temperature, high pressure water distribution systems and performing other duties as assigned. These systems operate with temperatures ranging from 44 degrees Fahrenheit to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and pressures ranging from 12 psi to 400 psi.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Four years progressively responsible experience in the steamfitting trade.
Valid non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Upload a resume.
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Benefits:
UMBC offers a rich benefits package including the following for nonexempt regular employees.
Generous Leave which includes accruing the following for full time positions: • 11 Days of Annual Leave (increases with years of service) • 15 Days of Sick Leave • 15 Holidays • 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission: • Available immediately for employees • 8 credit hours per semester • Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits: • Life and disability insurance • Pension plan • Supplemental retirement plans • Professional development opportunities • Wellness opportunities
Salary:
Pay Range 12 (starting at $49,619) based on the University System of Maryland Pay Program
Hours:
Full-time
Type:
Regular
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Equal Opportunity Statement:
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Work Authorization:
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
UMBC is a dynamic public research university integrating teaching, research and service to benefit the citizens of Maryland. As an Honors University, the campus offers academically talented students a strong undergraduate liberal arts foundation that prepares them for graduate and professional study, entry into the workforce, and community service and leadership. UMBC emphasizes science, engineering, information technology, human services and public policy at the graduate level. UMBC contributes to the economic development of the State and the region through entrepreneurial initiatives, workforce training, K-16 partnerships, and technology commercialization in collaboration with public agencies and the corporate community. UMBC is dedicated to cultural and ethnic diversity, social responsibility and lifelong learning.
