Hands-On Pipefitter & Welder Apprentice — Growth Path

Faith Technologies; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Faith Technologies in Olathe, KS seeks a Pipefitter Apprentice I to assist with installation, fabrication, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of piping systems in commercial and industrial settings. This role offers hands-on training to build on foundational welding and mechanical skills while developing pipefitting knowledge through on-the-job experience.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED; 1–3 years of welding or related experience preferred; travel up to 25%; schedule 6

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience: 1-3 years required. 1-3 years of welding experience preferred. Previous experience in commercial or industrial welding, fabrication, or mechanical work is preferred.
• Travel: 0-25%
• Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 6 am and 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Schedule may vary and can include, but is not limited to nights, weekends, and holidays. Overtime may be required. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.
• This is a first-year pipefitter apprentice role.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the installation, fabrication, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of piping systems and related mechanical equipment.
• Assists experienced pipefitters with the layout, assembly, installation, and modification of piping systems.
• Performs basic welding and fabrication tasks under the direction of experienced pipefitters and welders
• Reads and interprets basic drawings, blueprints, specifications, and piping layouts with guidance.
• Measures, marks, cuts, bevels, fits, and prepares pipe and materials for installation.
• Assists with pipe alignment, fit-up, rigging, and positioning of materials.
• Learns and applies proper techniques for pipe fabrication, fitting, and installation.
• Uses hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, and other job-specific tools safely and appropriately.
• Demonstrates appropriate skills and knowledge expected of a First Year Pipefitter Apprentice.
• Develops an understanding of different types of pipe, fittings, valves, supports, and related piping components.
• Demonstrates competency using a tape measure, level, and other basic measuring and layout tools.
• Assists with material handling, staging, and organization of tools and materials on the jobsite.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Provides assistance to other apprentices and team members as needed.
• Maintains compliance with company policies.
• Maintains compliance with all OSHA, Company, and customer-specific safety requirements.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Welding basics

Measurement skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring equipment

Tape measure

Level

Job description

Faith Technologies in Olathe, KS seeks a Pipefitter Apprentice I to assist with installation, fabrication, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of piping systems in commercial and industrial settings. This role offers hands-on training to build on foundational welding and mechanical skills while developing pipefitting knowledge through on-the-job experience.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED; 1–3 years of welding or related experience preferred; travel up to 25%; schedule 6