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What is part time pipe soldering?

Part time pipe soldering involves joining sections of pipes together using a filler metal (solder) that melts at a relatively low temperature. This role is often needed in plumbing, HVAC, or manufacturing settings and is performed by individuals who work less than a standard full-time schedule. Tasks typically include measuring, cutting, and preparing pipes, applying flux, heating joints, and ensuring leak-proof seals. Part time pipe solderers must follow safety protocols and may assist with repairs or installations, depending on employer needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time pipe soldering professional?

To excel in part-time pipe soldering, you need manual dexterity, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of plumbing systems, often supported by relevant training or apprenticeship experience. Familiarity with soldering tools, pipe cutters, and safety equipment—as well as adherence to plumbing codes—is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, reliability, and effective communication help you stand out in collaborative or customer-facing situations. These competencies ensure safe, high-quality pipework and contribute to the efficiency and reputation of plumbing projects.

What are some common challenges faced by part time pipe solderers, and how can they be addressed?

Part-time pipe solderers often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent quality when working with different pipe materials and adapting to varying job sites or schedules. Because work may be project-based or seasonal, it’s important to stay up-to-date on safety protocols and best practices, and to communicate clearly with full-time team members to ensure seamless workflow integration. Staying organized and prepared for short-notice assignments can also help manage the unpredictability that sometimes comes with part-time employment in this field.

What is the difference between Part Time Pipe Soldering vs Part Time Pipe Fitting?

AspectPart Time Pipe SolderingPart Time Pipe Fitting
CredentialsBasic plumbing certifications, soldering trainingPlumbing certifications, pipe installation training
Work EnvironmentIndoor plumbing projects, repair workInstallation sites, construction environments
Industry UsageResidential and commercial plumbing repairsPipe installation and assembly in construction

Part Time Pipe Soldering focuses on joining pipes using soldering techniques, often requiring specific certifications. Part Time Pipe Fitting involves assembling and installing pipes, which may include soldering but also encompasses other connection methods. Both roles are essential in plumbing projects, but pipe soldering emphasizes the skill of soldering joints, while pipe fitting covers broader installation tasks.

What are the most commonly searched types of Pipe Soldering jobs in California?

The most popular types of Pipe Soldering jobs in California are:

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MAINTENANCE WORKER- NIMITZ, POINT LOMA (PART-TIME 20-34.5 HOURS)

Nimitz

San Diego, CA • On-site

$23.11 - $24.06/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Come work for us as a FEDERAL EMPLOYEE and help support our mission by providing customers with quality goods and services at a savings and to support quality of life programs for active-duty military, retirees, reservists and their families.
Job Summary:
Performs a variety of tasks which involve the upkeep maintenance and repair of Navy Exchange and or Navy Lodge facilities. May be assisted by lower grade maintenance associates.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Performs all or a combination of the following preventive maintenance work on equipment as scheduled by supervisor
  • Performs various carpentry tasks involved in the alteration repair or maintenance of buildings or equipment.
  • Repairs doors windows office furniture replaces screens and wire windows guards builds repairs cabinets and walls using sheet rock partitions and extensions replaces worn out ceiling tiles.
  • Measures and cuts material to the required lengths and dimensions.
  • Uses a variety of hand and power shop tools in the accomplishment of assignments.
  • Paints the interior and exterior of the Exchange and or Navy Lodge areas including walls baseboards shelves counters cases etc.
  • Prepares surfaces for painting by sanding wire brushing etc.
  • Uses pre-mixed paints and accomplishes assignments by using roller brushes and spray.
  • Cleans and maintains brushes and painting equipment.
  • Makes electrical repairs on defective wiring control equipment and fixtures may install circuit breakers and new wiring.
  • Removes replaces splices solders and or insulates items being repaired using a variety of hand tools.
  • May make plumbing repairs that can be accomplished by removing cleaning replacing packing and sealing defective parts of utility supply and disposal systems such as dirty traps sections of broken tile pipe and lead drains.
  • Threads pipe and tile caulks and seals elbows union joints and faucets.
  • Uses material specified in work orders or obtains replacement parts by comparsion with samples.
  • Uses such tools and equipment as tapes rules hacksaws hand and power pipe threaders and cutters packing and caulking irons and pipe wrenches.
  • May patch pot holes around the Navy Exchange Navy Lodge parking areas.
  • Uses asphalt jack hammer and or other heavy equipment.
  • May operate a motor vehicle in the performance of duties.
  • Maintains Daily Trip Report of all trips made by date assignment time amount of gas and vehicle used.
  • Checks vehicle for proper maintenance.
  • Secures vehicle designated area at end of day.
  • Performs preventative maintenance and takes periodic inventory of maintenance stock and equipment.
  • Maintains compliance with local safety regulations. Informs supervisor of hazardous condtions and unserviceable items.
  • Works under the general supervision of a designated supervisor who makes assignments orally or in the form of work orders.
  • Incumbent works independently using own judgement and skills in performing assignments in selecting tools and deciding on methods and techiques to use.
  • Work is checked upon completion for conformance with requirements.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

PHYSICAL EFFORT
Is required to stand stoop bend kneel climb and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts and carries material weighing up to 50 pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works inside and outside is exposed to dust dirt and soiling of hands and clothing. Is also exposed to cuts and bruises.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
1. Must possess a valid state driver s license or a valid commercial driver s license CDL . Note Associate must possess a CDL with a class B endorsement if operating a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of at least 26 000 lbs. even on an occasional basis. Incumbent must meet DOT physical and medical requirements and pass a preemployment drug screening.
2. Must possess the knowledge and skills necessary to operate a motor vehicle safely.
TRAINING REQUIREMENT
Associate must receive HazMat training within 90 days of hire per Department of Transportation regulations.
By choosing to work for the NEXCOM Enterprise, you will enjoy one of the best benefit packages available anywhere:
  • PAID ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE
  • MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE
  • FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT
  • PENSION PLAN
  • 401K SAVINGS PLAN - UP TO 3% MATCH
  • SHORT TERM DISABILITY /LONG TERM DISABILITY
  • LIFE INSURANCE
  • PET INSURANCE
  • TAX FREE SHOPPING PRIVILEDGES
  • FREE BUS PASSES/FREE PARKING
  • DISCOUNTED TICKETS AT MWR
  • ACCESS TO NAVY LODGE HOTELS WORLDWIDE

GENERAL EXPERIENCE
One year of experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of general maintenance practices involving the upkeep of buildings grounds fixtures equipment etc.
SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE
One year of high school education may be substituted for 3 months of general experience up to a High School Diploma or GED for one year of general experience.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
  • Three years of maintenance work in involving painting plumbing carpentry and electrical repairs.
  • Possession of a valid state commercial driver s license CDL and the ability to meet Department of Transportation physical and medical requirements and pass a pre- employment drug screening possession of a CDL with a class B endorsement if assigned to operate a vehicle with a gross weight of at least 26 000 lbs. even on an occasional basis.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Driving trucks and similar equipment.
  • Standing stooping bending kneeling climbing and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
  • Frequently lifts and carries material weighing up to 50 pounds.

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