Pipefitter Helper

Pipefitter Helper

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location(s): Los Angeles, California

Salary Range: $24.92 - $29.07 Per Hour

Job Summary: The position is at the full performance level located in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), at the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, VA Medical Center (VAMC) in the Engineering Department. The primary purpose of the position is to provide assistance to the journeyman pipefitter who is responsible for the repair and installation of plumbing and steam systems.

Major Duties:

• Assists journeyman pipefitter and as a member of a crew performing incidental and preparatory work of the pipefitting and plumbing trade. Performs any or all of the following typical assignments in accordance with specific instructions. Measures, cuts and threads pipes using ruler, hacksaw, pipe cutters, and threading machines; assembles and tightens threaded pipe connections; bolt flanges; tightens water and steam valve bonnets and packing nuts. Ability to identify and use the tools and equipment of the trade, e.g., measuring tools, drills, pipe cutters, threading machines, etc. Ability to read, write and interpret oral and written instructions. Must possess a valid driver's license and must be able to obtain a government driver's license. Assists in repairing, replacing or installing potable water, steam and sewer lines; holds pipe during assembly; screws or bolts pipe hangers or support to walls, floor ceilings; bolts equipment into place; covers exposed sections of pipe with insulation; applies metal bands; cleans up work site after completion of work. Digs holes using hand shovel to expose underground pipe; uses electric or pneumatic jackhammers to break concrete; pumps water from manholes and trenches using electric or gas powered pumps to facilitate repairing broken pipes. Carries tools and materials to the worksite; removes debris from worksite. As required, assists in the servicing/repairing of plumbing and steam equipment. Employs tools of the trade incidental to all job assignments. Cleans tools, machines and equipment and keeps work and shop area clean and orderly. Observes safety precautions and works in a safe manner to prevent injury to self, other workmen and prevent property damage. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 08:00 am -4:30 pm Location: Sepulveda/Los Angeles Ambulatory Care (LAACC), CA. Position Description Title/PD#: Pipefitter Helper/PD116570 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: A Relocation/Recruitment Incentive will not be offered. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Working Conditions: The incumbent is required to work inside, outside, on top of tall buildings, in drafty areas, and in cramped areas with low overheads. Incumbent is exposed to high temperatures while working in mechanical rooms where steam and hot water are present. Pipefitters are subject to cuts, and burns from working around steam lines and high temperature water.

Qualifications: To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Dexterity and Safety Follow Directions Handle Weights and Loads Reliability And Dependability Shop Aptitude Work as Member of Team Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

How to Apply: All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 01/28/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12864238. 1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. 2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Application Deadline: 2026-01-28