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Pipefitter (Refrigeration Mechanic) - Facilities Management Admin

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Apr 04, 2025


Pipefitter (Refrigeration Mechanic) - Facilities Management Admin

Pipefitter (Refrigeration Mechanic) - Facilities Management Admin

Hiring Department: Facilities Management Admin

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1029904

FTE: 1

Work Schedule: TBD

Shift: Days

# of Positions: 1

Workplace Type: On-Site Hospital

Posting Close Date: 04/17/2025

Salary Range: $57.00 hourly

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

A pipefitter installs, assembles, and repairs piping systems that carry water, steam, gas, air, and other liquids or gases on and across campus, in medical, laboratory, auxiliary, classroom, and other settings. This role involves, updating and completing work orders assigned, selecting the appropriate materials, and using hand and power tools to cut, thread, and join pipes. Pipefitters also inspect systems to ensure they are working efficiently and safely and may troubleshoot and repair any issues that arise. They work in conjunction with Building engineers in the event certain systems need to be safely shut off before a Pipefitter can make the necessary repairs.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • The Pipefitter repairs and maintains heating, cooling, and gas piping systems such as steam plant and building heat systems, hospital medical piped gas systems, building cooling water systems, and kitchen gas oven or refrigeration systems. He/she inspects work site to determine repairs needed, method of repair, supplies, and tools required. The Pipefitter then lays out, fabricates, and assembles piping and fixtures as required. The pipefitter is responsible for transporting materials, tools, and equipment to the work site and installs and/or repairs piping systems.
  • The Pipefitter installs heating, cooling, gas piping systems for new systems and small remodeling projects. The Pipefitter inspects the work site to determine method and place of installation and tools, equipment, and supplies to be used. The Pipefitter plans, lays out, fabricates, and assembles piping and fixtures required. The Pipefitter is responsible for transporting materials, tools, and equipment to the work site and installs and/or repairs piping systems.
  • The Pipefitter maintains, repairs, and calibrates heating and cooling systems' controls.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.


  • Minimum Qualifications Required:

    1. A. Certificate of completion of Pipetrade apprenticeship under a registered Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training program.

    OR

    B. Experience sufficient to qualify as a journeyman Pipefitter or other Pipetrade classification with a minimum of five (5) years (60 months) of actual work in the trade, which may have included apprenticeship and/or applicable vocational training. The trade for this purpose shall include work normally performed by Pipefitters, Pipefitter Welders, Refrigeration Mechanics, Temperature Control Mechanics, Sprinkler Fitters, and/or Oil Burner Mechanics.

    2. ASSE 6040 certification is required

    To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

    Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.

    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

    The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

    To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14240?c=uic

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