Technical Designer - Pipefitter, Level II-IV (Facilities - NHMFL)
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL, USA
5/8/2026
Plumber
Full time
Department
National High Magnetic Field Laboratory
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
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and three years of experience; or a high school diploma/equivalent and seven years of experience. (Note: post-high school education can substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.)
Candidates with an additional three years of related experience will be considered for levels III-VI. Each level requires an additional three years of related experience.
Helpful
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 growth.
Contact Info
For additional information, please email 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!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
Anticipated Salary Range
Level II - Mid $50,000's, commensurate with education and experience.
Level III - Low $60,000's, commensurate with education and experience.
Level IV - Low $70,000's, commensurate with education and experience.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive too l to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
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 an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
National High Magnetic Field Laboratory
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 welding.
- General millwright work, including setting equipment, alignment, rigging layout and setup.
- General paperwork, including parts ordering, vendor contracts, time keeping, scheduling, customer satisfaction.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and three years of experience; or a high school diploma/equivalent and seven years of experience. (Note: post-high school education can substitute for experience at the equivalent rate.)
Candidates with an additional three years of related experience will be considered for levels III-VI. Each level requires an additional three years of related experience.
Helpful
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 growth.
Contact Info
For additional information, please email 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!
Learn more about our university and campuses.
Anticipated Salary Range
Level II - Mid $50,000's, commensurate with education and experience.
Level III - Low $60,000's, commensurate with education and experience.
Level IV - Low $70,000's, commensurate with education and experience.
FSU Total Rewards
FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.
Use our interactive too l to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.
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 an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.