Steamfitter
Core
Installs, modifies, and repairs boilers, heating, cooling systems, and high/low pressure piping for Harvard faculties and departments.
Role type
Steamfitter / Pipefitter
Builds
District heating and cooling systems, auxiliary equipment, and piping infrastructure
Domain
Higher education facilities maintenance / Mechanical systems
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Steamfitting, pipefitting, interpreting mechanical plans, reading technical specifications, mathematical calculations for system sizing, operating diagnostic testing equipment, working in confined spaces and hazardous environments, lifting heavy loads (50-200+ lbs), operating ladders and lifts
Preferred skills
Master Pipefitter license, experience with district heating/cooling systems, specialized training in steam trap inspection
Technologies
Windows-based software, industry-recognized diagnostic testing equipment
Responsibilities
Install and maintain commercial heating/cooling systems, fabricate and repair piping systems, assist customers on work progress, comply with Massachusetts State Building Code and safety standards, work independently or in multi-trade teams, perform emergency critical operations support
Seniority
Mid-level skilled trade professional