Journeyman Pipefitter

smartcare; Avon Lake (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Care in Avon Lake, OH is seeking a Journeyman Pipefitter to install, assemble, maintain, and repair piping systems in industrial and commercial settings. You will read blueprints, P&IDs, and isometrics; select fittings and materials; and work with carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, and PVC.

The role requires safe operation of hand and power tools, adherence to OSHA and company policies, and coordination with welders, electricians, and millwrights.

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level pipefitting experience or apprenticeship completion.
• Ability to read blueprints, P&IDs, and isometrics.
• Proficiency with measurement, layout, fitting, and fabrication.
• Knowledge of OSHA and industry safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, fabricate, and repair piping systems per drawings and codes.
• Read blueprints, isometrics, P&IDs, and job specs accurately.
• Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend, fit, and weld piping components.
• Install valves, pumps, fittings, supports, and hangers.
• Perform system testing, pressure testing, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Identify materials and select appropriate tools and methods.
• Work with carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, PVC, and other piping materials.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, pipe machines, and lifting equipment.
• Follow OSHA and company safety policies; maintain clean work area.
• Coordinate with welders, electricians, millwrights, and other trades.
• Complete paperwork and daily work reports.

Skills

Pipefitting experience

Piping installation

Blueprint reading

Pipe layout

OSHA safety

Mathematical accuracy

Work at heights

Lifting safety

Driver's license

Education

Journeyman certification

NCCER certification

Tools

OSHA 10/30

Job description

Position Summary

The Journeyman Pipefitter is responsible for installing, assembling, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing piping systems used in industrial, commercial, and mechanical applications. The position requires the ability to read blueprints and specifications, safely operate tools and equipment, and work independently or as part of a crew.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, fabricate, and repair piping systems according to drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, P&IDs, and job specifications.
• Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend, fit, and weld pipe and related components.
• Install valves, pumps, fittings, supports, hangers, and other piping components.
• Perform system testing, pressure testing, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Identify piping materials and select appropriate tools, fittings, and installation methods.
• Work with carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, PVC, and other piping materials as required.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, pipe machines, lifting equipment, and other job-related equipment.
• Follow OSHA requirements, company safety policies, and applicable building/mechanical codes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Coordinate with welders, electricians, millwrights, contractors, and other trades as necessary.
• Complete required paperwork, documentation, and daily work reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or foreman.

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level pipefitting experience and/or completion of a recognized pipefitter apprenticeship.
• Strong knowledge of piping installation, fabrication, and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, and isometric drawings.
• Proficiency with pipe measurement, layout, fitting, and fabrication.
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA and industry safety requirements.
• Ability to use basic math, measurements, and fractions accurately.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying environmental conditions when required.
• Ability to lift and move materials and equipment safely.
• Valid driver's license may be required depending on job requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Welding or brazing experience.
• Experience with industrial, power plant, chemical, manufacturing, or commercial piping systems.
• Experience with hydraulic, steam, process, or compressed-air systems.
• NCCER, state, union, or other recognized journeyman certification.
• OSHA 10/30 or equivalent safety training.

Physical Requirements

The position may require standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, working overhead, and working in confined or elevated areas. Employees must be capable of safely handling pipe, tools, and equipment and performing physically demanding work for extended periods.

About Smart Care

Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.

Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care's application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail] .