Issued:	07/23/00	Classification Code # 73198
Supersedes:	04/23/74	FLSA NE

TITLE:

STEAMFITTER

GRADE:

T6

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

To assemble, install and repair piping, fixtures and equipment used in the production and distribution of steam or hot water under low or high pressure.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Install, inspect and repair steam and water lines, equipment, radiators, traps, valves, pumps, gauges, controls, fittings and accessories. Cut pipe, using hacksaw, pipe cutters, hammer and chisel, and cutting torch. Thread pipe, using threading machine, and bend pipe by hand or with pipe-bending machine. Assemble and install pipe and pipe fittings of brass, copper, lead, glass, plastic and other materials. Join piping by means of threaded, calked, wiped, soldered, brazed, fused, cemented or welded joints. Test piping systems for leaks, using gauges. Secure pipes to structures with clamps, brackets and hangers. Install and maintain boilers, and refrigeration and air-conditioning systems. Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches and job specifications. Cut or bore through walls, ceilings or partitions. Prepare records and service reports of materials and time expended.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives supervision from a designated official.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

No supervisory responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school. Considerable knowledge of the methods, equipment and materials used in the installation and repair of steam and hot water systems and fixtures. Reasonable responsible work experience in the installation and repair of steam and hot water systems. Considerable skill in the operation of steamfitting tools and machinery. Ability to operate power tools and perform steamfitting tasks safely. Ability to exercise tact and discretion in relationships with others. Reasonable knowledge of state and local heating and boiler codes. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications. Reasonable physical strength and dexterity. Reasonable knowledge of the maintenance requirements of steam and water lines, fixtures and controls.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.