Technical Designer - Pipefitter, Level II-IV

Job ID: 62957

Location: Tallahassee

Application Deadline: June 6, 2026

Our Mission

Join the world-renowned National High Magnetic Field Laboratory at Florida State University (FSU) and support groundbreaking scientific discovery in a collaborative, high-tech environment. FSU was recently recognized as one of America's Best-in-State Employers for its strong workplace culture and employee-centered values.

Responsibilities

• Perform pipefitting as a journeyman pipefitter on large stainless steel, carbon steel, PVC, polypro and copper pipe. Work will include layout and fabrication of specialty systems to support vacuum pumps, vertical turbine pumps, multistage turbine pumps, cooling towers, valves, heat exchanger, water treatment equipment, hot water boilers, helium purifiers, air dryers, high pressure gas systems, cryogenic systems and deionized water systems.
• Trouble shoot and perform breakdown maintenance on the equipment listed above along with numerous other state of art systems, some welding will be performed.
• Installation of new systems and equipment, including carpentry, plumbing, machining, painting, and
• General millwright work, including setting equipment, alignment, rigging layout and
• General paperwork, including parts ordering, vendor contracts, time keeping, scheduling, customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree + 3 years of experience or a High school diploma or equivalent+ 7 years of relevant experience.
• Additional experience qualifies candidates for higher-level consideration (Ill-VI). Each level requires three additional years of experience.

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What You Gain at FSU

• Opportunity to work at a world-renowned national research laboratory.
• Meaningful contributions to scientific discovery and student learning.
• A collaborative environment that values your expertise and invests in your

Contact Info

For additional information, please contact Kayla West.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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Anticipated Salary Range

Level II - Mid $50,000's, commensurate with education and experience.

Level Ill - Low $60,000's, commensurate with education and experience.

Level IV - Low $70,000's, commensurate with education and experience.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is a A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.