Pipefitter/Plumber

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Pipefitter/Plumber to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the Hawthorne Army Depot. The Pipefitter/Plumber will duties associated with maintaining pipe/steam systems, to include install, repair, maintain, and replace water/steam lines, valves, radiators, heaters, storage and condensate tanks, steam traps, control valves, fittings, expansion joints and steam pressure systems. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance. ​ Typical Responsibilities: Plan piping/tubing system layouts, installations or repairs according to specifications. Modify, clean, and maintain pipe/steam systems, units, fittings and related machines and equipment, following specifications using hand and power tools. Install, repair, maintain, and replace water/steam lines, valves, radiators, heaters, storage and condensate tanks, steam traps, control valves, fittings, expansion joints and steam pressure sytems. Measure and mark pipes for cutting, threading and welding. Ability to use tools such as saws, cutting torches, pipe threaders, benders, and welders. Reads blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of plumbing systems, water, steam and waste distribution systems. Selects and inserts precut pieces of a variety of tubing, pipes and fittings in holes. Connect tubing/piping and fittings using solder, glues, torch, to form sewer, drain, and water/steam lines. Remove and replace worn components. Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipe lines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation or other methods.Install/recondition small steam/hot water boilers and auxiliary equipment. Work in cooperation with other trades and laborers to ensure that all specifications, procedures and policies are met, to ensure efficient completion of any project. Provide adequate services, to ensure that all water/steam systems and waste drains are installed, repaired and maintained to meet all standards of building codes safely. Maintain record of time and materials used on jobs and complete job orders. Work under general supervision and from oral instructions, preventive maintenance program plans, work orders, emergency calls, layout sketches, blueprints, drawings, specifications, or similar guidance. Review Task Hazard Analysis (THA's) prior to assigned duties and follow Safety Data Sheet guidelines for handling, storage, and disposal of Hazardous Materials. Work is subject to in progress and final inspections to ensure compliance with instructions and quality of workmanship. Perform all work safely and with the utmost concern for the safety of self and other employees. Perform all work in compliance with environmental permits and regulations. Be at work when scheduled and maintain a good attendance record. May be required to work overtime. Work near and or in an ammunition and explosives demilitarization facility. May be assigned occasional duties of a higher level of difficulty than those listed above. Perform other duties of the same or lower level of difficulty as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Must be 18 years of age or older. Must have a high school diploma/equivalent. Four (4) years apprenticeship or one (1) year as a journeyman Pipe Fitter/Plumber. Must have a certifiable technical or trade school completion/diploma. Demonstrate the ability to read blueprints and use shop mathematics. Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid State driver’s license. Must maintain fitness-for-duty standards to perform the essential functions of the position, to include any HWAD drill, contingency and/or emergency requirement. Must be computer literate in common software applications and able to operate general office equipment. Must be able to obtain/maintain all certifications as required by Amentum’s Master Training Plan. Good writing and verbal communication skills. Must be willing to work overtime, varying hours and/or rotating shifts. Be detail oriented and able to exercise good judgment in problem solving. Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner. Be able to obtain and maintain a clearance through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms and be favorably vetted through the NCIC III System. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain access. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance. ​ SAFETY SENSITIVE This position is designated as a safety sensitive position and is subject to the requirements of the HWAD Medical Surveillance Plan and Matrix and the HWAD A&D Program. As a condition of employment, candidates and incumbents must favorably complete a personnel security investigation, drug testing, medical exam and respiratory screening, and must meet and maintain personnel suitability and reliability requirements established by 29 CFR and Army Regulations: AR 190-11, AR 190-13 and DOD Contractors Safety Manual 4145.26. Benefits: This position falls under the local Union and comes with: medical, vision, dental, STD and life insurance, PTO–120 hours per year, accrued at 4.62 hours per pay period, Sick leave–One (1) hour of accrual for every thirty (30) hours worked, Paid Holidays-Eleven (11) per calendar year, 401K, and an employee stock option plan. Compensation Details: $29.49 - $36.23 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 07/06/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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