Pipefitter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Methuen Construction is a leading self-performing industrial and heavy civil general contractor with over 65 years of experience. We specialize in the construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities, industrial facilities, and other critical infrastructure projects. Serving private, municipal, state, and federal clients across the Northeast, we deliver innovative, well-planned projects that are completed on time and with an uncompromising focus on safety.

At Methuen, we foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and a can-do attitude that values every teammate and stakeholder.

The Pipefitter plays a crucial role in the installation and maintenance of various piping systems. This position reports to the Foreman and is not responsible for the oversight of other teammates. This is a full-time, hourly non-exempt position.

The Department of Labor Standards (DLS) issues prevailing wage information for construction projects and other types of public work. DLS issues prevailing wage schedules to cities, towns, counties, districts, authorities, and state agencies. Workers must receive these hourly wage rates when working on a public project. Prevailing Wage rate schedules vary by region, type of work and other factors.

This role requires a Massachusetts' Unrestricted Pipe fitters License

• Bolt up and alignment of flanged piping systems
• Installation of gaskets
• Layout of various piping systems
• Bevel and grove ductile iron and steel pipe
• Welding of process piping systems
• Cutting and fabrication of spool pieces
• Sweating/soldering piping (non-potable water)
• Threading/cutting pipe
• Glue and assemble plastic piping
• Cut/fuse and assemble PVDF piping
• Beveling, cutting, fitting associated with piping prior to welding
• Installation of small diameter tubing for instrumentation and controls
• Installation of prefabricated or pre-manufactured pipe supports including anchors for same

• High School or Vocational and or relevant work experience
• Minimum of 1-3+ years of experience within the construction industry
• MA pipefitter license(s)

• Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Strong team player with a positive attitude
• Hard working and motivated

• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, and safely maneuver around the nearby presence of various construction equipment and vehicles, on an active construction site
• Prepared to regularly encounter moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and a variety of outside weather conditions
• Able to climb temporary or permanent stairs, and ladders
• Able to bend, squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, balance, and stoop, reach on a regular basis
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Travel is primarily local, and limited to Northeast jobsite locations, during the business day, with occasional out of state and overnight travel. Less than 20% travel expected.

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• Company Benefits:
  Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Pay range: $40 - $54/hr.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.

Methuen Construction is widely recognized as one of the most successful, self-performing general contractors in the industry. Built on over 65 years of experience, Methuen Construction employs the highest skilled trades professionals and managers. As we expand our construction territory, diversify our client base, and enhance our operational capabilities, our need for highly skilled teammates is growing! We offer top-tier compensation and benefits, in addition to a team oriented, motivated, and respectful company culture.