Industrial Pipefitter: Food & Pharma Process Piping

Messer Construction Co.; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Messer Construction Co. is seeking skilled pipe fitters for Process/Utility piping systems in the Food & Beverage and Pharmaceutical industries, based in Newport, KY.

The role emphasizes reading drawings, laying out and installing piping, with focus on safety and reliability across multiple sites. Ideal candidates will have OSHA 10/30 certification, strong knowledge of piping systems, and a readiness to travel within the region.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches and P&ID’s.
• Lays out, assembles, installs and maintains piping systems.
• Inspect site for obstructions and determine pipe path clearance.
• Perform pipe cutting with saws and cutting torch.
• Provide emergency repairs and planned maintenance on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Follow job site safety regulations and keep area clean.
• Identify safety hazards and protect self and others.
• Be willing to travel within a 50-mile radius; travel to other states a plus.

Skills

Read blueprints

P&ID interpretation

Piping layout knowledge

OSHA 10/30 Certified

Tool use (saws, cutting tools)

Problem solving

Good communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Facing tools

Fischer saws

Pipe cutting machine

Job description

Messer Construction Co. is seeking skilled pipe fitters for Process/Utility piping systems in the Food & Beverage and Pharmaceutical industries, based in Newport, KY.

The role emphasizes reading drawings, laying out and installing piping, with focus on safety and reliability across multiple sites. Ideal candidates will have OSHA 10/30 certification, strong knowledge of piping systems, and a readiness to travel within the region.