Plumber/Pipefitter Master

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette New Iberia Research Center specializes in the breeding, management, and importation of a diverse range of nonhuman primate species and offers a broad range of diagnostic, laboratory, and human resources for the development and characterization of nonhuman primate models for applied and basic research aimed at promoting human quality of life. We're looking for a Plumber/Pipefitter Master to join our New Iberia Research Center (NIRC) Team. This position plays a vital role in performing highly skilled, technical installations, repairs, and modifications to plumbing systems—both above and below ground—ensuring reliable water, steam, and gas services across our facilities. One year of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been on-the-job experience: Three years of experience or training in pipefitting, steam fitting, or plumbing. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties:

In this role, you will:

• Perform repairs, troubleshooting, and modifications to above and below ground plumbing—including tunnel systems
• Service high- and low-pressure steam, gas, and water systems
• Conduct preventive maintenance and repairs on domestic and commercial hot water heaters and boilers, ensuring compliance with code and insurance standards
• Interpret complex plans and specifications for installations and repairs
• Install and repair steam regulators, traps, relief valves, and various components of plumbing systems
• Fabricate and assemble pressure and sewage piping using techniques like soldering, threading, bonding, and welding
• Repair fire mains, install kicker blocks and valves, and maintain steam sterilizers and medical gas lines as needed
• Serve as a lead worker, providing guidance and oversight to subordinate

Plumber/Pipefitters and Apprentices Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

Probational Work Location:

University of Louisiana at

Lafayette's New Iberia Research Center Compensation:

$21.05 per hour Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which may be used for this vacancy as well as future opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking their application status to monitor progress in the recruitment process. Further status information is available under the Information s ection of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.

e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Taronsler Faye Cormier Human Resources Specialist faye.cormier@louisiana.edu University of Louisiana at Lafayette Human Resources