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Steam Specialist

University of Idaho
Moscow, ID Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/28/2025

Position Details

Position Information

Internal Posting?

Posting Number

SP004729P

Position Title

Steam Specialist

Division / College

Facilities Management

Department

Facility Management

Location

Moscow

Posting Context Statement

Position Overview

The position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing the steam and condensate piping systems, from the pressure reducing station to the points of use inside university buildings. It will assist plumbing personnel and other skilled trades shops with projects, repairs and emergencies as needed.

Duties may include :

  • Troubleshoot, repair and maintain equipment
  • Repair or replace steam pipeline and condensate lines to meet American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) code
  • Repair or replace control valves, pressure reducing valves, pressure relief valves, check valves, vacuum relief valves, pipes, pumps and mechanical seals
  • Assist with planning for and scheduling work that requires steam system shutdowns
  • Other duties as assigned

Unit URL

https : / / www.uidaho.edu / dfa / facilities

Position Qualifications

Required Experience

  • Performing steam pipefitting, plumbing, pump maintenance and air compressor maintenance
  • Using a wide variety of mechanical equipment, handheld and power tools
  • Troubleshooting mechanical problems
  • Reading line drawings, blueprints, cut sheets and schematics
  • Working with steam-related systems, valves, pumps and motors
  • Required Education

  • Two years vocational or technical training in steam fitting and / or plumbing; two years of work experience related to steam fitting and / or plumbing may substitute for vocational training
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Required Other

  • Possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
  • Trained in Lockout / Tagout, confined spaces and First Aid / CPR certified within one year of hire
  • Ability to respond to emergency calls within one hour and serve on weekend call-out duty on a regular rotation
  • Additional Preferred

  • First- or Second-Class Boiler Operators license
  • Journeyman Plumber License
  • Welding certification
  • Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

    Must be able to :

  • Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
  • Climb and work from ladders, scaffolding and scissor lifts
  • Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 70 pounds
  • Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing duties
  • Work in confined spaces using equipment and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Work in inclement weather conditions
  • Process both sound and visual safety alarms
  • Degree Requirement

    Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

    Posting Information

    FLSA Status

    Non-Exempt

    Employee Category

    Classified

    Pay Range

    Commensurate with Experience

    Type of Appointment

    Fiscal Year

    Full Time / Part Time

    Full Time

    Funding

    A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.

    Uncertain

    Posting Date

    01 / 24 / 2025

    Closing Date

    Open Until Filled

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    First review date for applications is 2 / 9 / 25. Applications received after that date will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.

    Describe fully how you meet each required qualification of this position. (experience, education and required other) in the supplemental questions below.

    Only applicants who demonstrate that they meet all required qualifications in their written application are eligible to be considered for the position.

    Applicant Resources

    https : / / www.uidaho.edu / human-resources / careers / applicant-resources

    Background Check Statement

    Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

    EEO Statement

    The University of Idaho is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. The University is committed to the policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status as protected under applicable federal, state or local law in employment or educational programs.

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