Charleston, SC - Fitter/Fusion Operator

Southeast Connections LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance

Employer Matching 401k program

Paid Time Off and career advancement opportunities

Referral Bonuses

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Southeast Connections LLC is looking for a Fuser/Pipefitter to perform construction and maintenance work for gas distribution systems. The role involves working with public contracts and ensuring compliance with industry standards while promoting safety.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED with a strong preference for vocational training and prior experience in the gas utility industry. The position offers comprehensive benefits and competitive salary packages.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, safety, and quality standards.
• Ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment.
• Precise hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Construct, install, and maintain piping systems for natural gas utilities.
• Join piping by fusion, electrofusion, or mechanical coupled joints.
• Prepare sites for construction work.
• Maintain compliance with installation standards and safety protocols.

Job description

Position Overview

Southeast Connections, LLC provides inclusive infrastructure solutions for the natural gas industry. We construct the systems and facilities to transport the nation's cleanest burning energy resource. Southeast Connections offers complete construction services that include pipeline construction, installation, maintenance, repairs, stations, facility modification and new construction. From Senior Management to the "boots on the ground," Southeast Connections, LLC is dedicated and determined to remain the industry leader and earn continued respect from clients through our professionalism.

Essential Functions

A Fuser/Pipefitter possesses the required knowledge, skill and physical ability to perform construction and maintenance work in gas distribution, underground utilities, and gas service lines, while also working with daily contracts with the public. Performs duties as directed by foreman while installing and maintaining underground gas distribution piping systems in a safe and timely manner. This role requires a strong understanding of pipefitting techniques, safety protocols, and industry regulations.

• Construct, install, and maintain piping systems, and equipment for natural gas utilities.
• Join piping by means of fusion, electrofusion, or mechanical coupled joints.
• Verify specifications by performing quality assurance tests.
• Maintain all industry-required Operator Qualifications.
• Ensure all project work is compliant with installation standards and is being performed safely and correctly.
• Promote and monitor the safety of team members.
• Prepare sites to ensure maximum optimization of construction work procedures.
• Clean debris, trash, and hazardous materials from construction sites.
• Load and unload equipment and materials from trucks for daily projects; restock trucks with supplies ensuring crews have the proper tools and supplies to complete the job; distribute materials at the job site in a safe and efficient manner.
• Prepare ground trenches for pipes and utility lines; dig spread and level dirt and gravel using a pick, rake, shovel, etc.
• Assist in installing pipes and drains; measure and mark pipes for cutting; join, wrap, seal, and bed sections of underground pipe.
• Erect temporary structures.
• Fill potholes to facilitate the construction process.
• Use hand tools to cut and shape material as per instructions.
• Identify utilities and potential hazards; protect dig crews from utility hits and assist in manually digging.
• Place traffic signs to warn traffic of construction in process.
• Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery.
• Clean and maintain construction equipment and company vehicles appropriately.
• Ensure that all work being done is in compliance with the company’s safety protocols.
• Assist the tradesmen in completing their skilled tasks safely and efficiently.
• Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment.
• Ensures that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. Brings problems to the attention of the Foreman or Supervisor.

Qualifications / Special Knowledge Skills

• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, safety, and quality standards, and effectively utilize all tools and equipment relevant to the work.
• Ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment.
• Skill to operate equipment in close proximity to workers and underground utilities.
• Precise hand‑eye coordination.
• Display a willing attitude to learn from others.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or GED. Any vocational training is strongly desired.
• Prior experience in the gas utility industry.

Physical Requirements

• Able to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Able to bend, squat, stand and twist in awkward positions for extended periods.
• Able to use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support.
• Able and willing to work long hours including day, night, and weekend shifts as needed, and work outside of normal hours.
• Able to travel to project sites that are typically within a 4‑hour radius of the home office.
• Able to work in outside environments subjected to extreme weather, noise, vibrations, and job hazards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary packages.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits program which includes Health, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance that starts on the first day of employment.
• Employer Matching 401k program.
• Paid Time Off and an incredible work environment.
• Referral Bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Southeast Connections, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.