Description

Position Summary- Pipefitter

The Pipefitter will be responsible for laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining piping and piping systems, fixtures and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, and industrial processing systems.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures
Select type and size of pipe and related materials according to job specifications
Inspect worksite to determine presence of obstructions and to determine that holes will not cause structural weakness
Plan sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other construction workers
Cut pipe using bandsaws, pipe cutters, Oxy Acetylene Torch
Thread pipe using threading machine
Assemble and install a variety of metal and nonmetal pipe and pipe fittings, including: brass, copper, carbon steel and stainless steel
Join pipe by means of welded, threaded, soldered, brazed, and pressed.
Use hand tools to secure pipe to structure with clamps, brackets and hangers
Install and maintain refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, including: Chillers, AHU’s RTU’s Cooling Towers, Pumps, pneumatic controls.
Test piping system for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks
May be required to travel to different jobsites on limited notice
Other duties as assigned by Foreman or Superintendent

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

When on-site, actively participate in daily toolbox meetings with crews and subcontractors.
Set a personal example of safe behavior.
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy and follow set procedures and standards
Other may duties may be assigned
Maintain in-depth relations with all members of their team and your supervisor.

Physical Demands

Work up to a 10-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals.
Uncontrolled environmental conditions: Constant change in weather and site conditions.
This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.
Evaluate information based on measurable standards; and see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings.
Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings.
Keep good balance and work at heights.
Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

5+ years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
High school diploma or GED Certification (preferred)

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