Industrial Pipe Fitter — Build & Maintain Piping Systems

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Alabama; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Wellness programs

Career development

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. in Alabama is seeking a Pipe Fitter to layout, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems for industrial production and processing. You will follow blueprints and work safely to deliver high-quality results on schedule.

Responsibilities include selecting piping, cutting and threading, fitting joints, supporting structures, and testing pressure. Candidates must be physically capable; a drug test and background check may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to perform basic math and geometry calculations for pipe layouts.
• Commitment to safety policies and procedure compliance.
• Excellent communication with supervisors and team members.
• Eligible for work in the United States with pass drug/background checks as required.

Responsibilities

• Select type and size of pipe, and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
• Plan installation or repair to avoid obstructions and to avoid interfering with activities of other workers.
• Cut pipe using saws, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and pipe‑cutting machine.
• Thread pipe using pipe‑threading machine.
• Bend pipe using pipe‑bending tools and pipe‑bending machine.
• Assemble and install variety of metal and nonmetal pipes, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints and hand tools.
• Secure pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand tools and power tools.
• Install and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic components or machines and equipment, such as pumps and cylinders using hand tools.
• Install and maintain compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping, using hand tools and power tools, and following specifications and blueprints.
• Increase pressure in pipe system and observe connected pressure gauge to test system.
• May weld pipe supports to structural steel members.
• May observe production machines in assigned area of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions.
• May operate machinery to verify repair.
• Respiratory protection is common and may be required.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills

Pipe fitting

Blueprint reading

Math/calculation

Safety compliance

Communication

Tools

Pipe wrenches

Pipe cutting tools

Pipe threading machine

Measuring tape

Hammer and chisel

Job description

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. in Alabama is seeking a Pipe Fitter to layout, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems for industrial production and processing. You will follow blueprints and work safely to deliver high-quality results on schedule.

Responsibilities include selecting piping, cutting and threading, fitting joints, supporting structures, and testing pressure. Candidates must be physically capable; a drug test and background check may be required.