Pipefitter, Trades / Skilled Labor
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic -
Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Under the direction of the Electrical Supervisor, the Pipefitter ensures all plumbing and piping systems are planned, laid out and installed to produce quality products in an efficient and cost effective manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
ResponsibilitiesThis list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may expand to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
- Work with drawings, blueprints and burner schematics, performs a variety of duties to layout and install gas, oil, air and water plumbing and piping, utilizing available space for best workmanship and results, on regular and complex oven systems.
- Select, measure, cut, thread, form and install piping, fittings, valves, meters and gauges per order specifications.
- Operate thread cutting machine to cut threads in piping
- Deburr threads and applies thread‑sealing compounds; operates welder to weld pipes, secure attachments, etc.
- Assist in the testing of units and sub‑units as required
- Schedule work and assign employees to best utilize man‑hours and skills available in conjunction with production orders.
- Participate in the layout process with Electrical I/C Lead Person.
- Maintain work area in an orderly and safe condition.
- Communicate with the Engineering personnel regarding the project status or irregular situations.
- Document situations and file pertinent information regarding project (for future job reference and improvement) in job folder.
- Attend classes or seminars to remain current on technical aspects of all phases of responsibility.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience- Pipe fitting Journeyman status or the equivalent preferred.
- Related work experience in a Manufacturing environment, usually acquired through 5 years of exposure in pipe fitting operations with a minimum of 3 years related to heat processing equipment.
- Certified Welder Status in TIG, MIG, Black Iron and Stainless Steel.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, and procedure manuals.
- Proven ability to operate pipe‑cutting equipment per specifications.
- Mathematical skills that require the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to record and log information accurately.
- Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks in a very fast paced, sometimes stressful environment and possess strong decision‑making skills.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in verbal, written, or diagram form.
- 3000 N 114th St, Wauwatosa, WI 53222
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The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Pipefitter role requires regular standing, walking, and movement throughout the production floor for extended periods. Employees must frequently lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment up to 50 pounds, with occasional heavier lifting supported…
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