Towson University (TU) has earned distinction as both a top-100 public university and one of the nation's great colleges to work for. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivate the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

Towson University has openings for two (2) Steamfitter opportunities. The Steamfitter performs skilled work in assembling, installing, repairing and maintaining high and low pressure steam hot water systems. This role also performs general plumbing duties when required. This position requires the steamfitter to be on the on-call rotation and to work other shifts as required.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lays out, assembles, installs, maintains the following piping systems: Hydraulic, Pneumatic, steam, hot water, lubricating, cooling, sprinkling, industrial and processing systems. 
• Diagnoses problems, repairs and maintains heat radiation units, gas and oil-fired hot water boilers and piping, regulating devices, valves, steam trap pressure reducers, strainers, coils, and pumps.
• Cuts, bends, threads, welds, or brazes iron, steel, copper or plastic pipe. Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment such as supports and hangers according to specifications. 
• Ensures installation and repair of systems and equipment adhere to code requirements and specifications.
• Reads, interprets, and works from blueprints. 
• Operates and maintains tools and equipment of the steam fitting trade, cleans work area upon completion of projects.
• Provides guidance and training in steamfitting work to maintenance personnel as required. May have lead responsibilities for special projects.
• The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. This position requires you to perform other duties as assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

Qualifications and Skills

• Four years progressively responsible experience in the steamfitting trade.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in applying the theory, thermodynamic principles, methods, and techniques used in the steamfitting trade. General knowledge of and skill in a variety of semi-skilled building construction or maintenance and repair practices and techniques used in the trade areas where assigned; of safety practices and procedures related to the assigned trade areas. General knowledge and skill in the use of tools and equipment of the trade. Skill in inspection and making adjustments, repairs and replacements to building fixtures and mechanical equipment. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, to communicate effectively, to prepare estimates of time and material required for assigned work; to apply quality and safety standards, to complete logs and prepare records and reports, to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment or machinery, to work at heights up to 35 feet; manipulate heavy equipment, tools, supplies and /or exert for up to 70lbs; to concurrently manipulated multiple controls on machinery and equipment; to work in hazardous or irritation environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions, to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. A non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license valid in the State of Maryland may be required. Candidates selected for employment may be required to be trained to work with asbestos. Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.

Salary and Benefits 

$53,000 annually and full University benefits that includes annual leave, up to 17 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and tuition remission. When applicable, a 2.5% increase may be added to the annual salary, pending successful completion of the initial six-month probationary period, for this position. To learn more about our benefits, please click here. TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts, which can be found here.

This position will be open for a minimum of 14 days. For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume with your online application. 

About Towson University

The largest comprehensive university in the Baltimore area, Towson University is nationally recognized for its excellent programs in the arts and sciences, communications, business, health professions, education, fine arts and computer information systems. Located in suburban Towson, eight miles north of Baltimore, our beautifully landscaped, 328-acre setting offers a pleasant environment for study and a diverse campus life, as well as easy access to a wealth of university and community resources. Towson University's educational experience branches out to off-campus locations throughout Maryland, including a number of online options. Our many interdisciplinary partnerships with public and private organizations throughout Maryland provide opportunities for research, internships and jobs. Towson University is a founding member of the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities (CUMU).

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