Pipefitter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Job Description

Plans work by studying blueprints, diagrams, specifications, and construction; calculates, itemizes, orders, and gathers requirements; coordinates schedule with affected departments.

• Installs piping by measuring, cutting, bending, shaping, fabricating, threading, soldering, and gluing pipe using hand tools and equipment; insulates piping.
• Maintains piping by conducting operating tests, identifying, and repairing problems.
• Documents actions by completing records.
• Keeps tools and equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical professional publications.
• Accomplishes maintenance and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

• Knowledge of piping systems including layouts, print reading, flanges, manways, gaskets, steam traps and tubing.
• Relief valves and general valve maintenance.
• Oxy‑Act torch experience; relief valves and general valve maintenance.
• Special skill of pipe welding is a plus.
• General knowledge of pumps, compressors, agitators, bearings, and seals.
• Must be available to work over 8 hours/day and over 40 hours/week.

Note:
Successful candidates must be able to pass a written skills test and pass respirator fit test.