Journeyman Pipefitter

A/Z Corporation; Hopkinton (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee owned

Job summary

A/Z Corporation in Hopkinton, RI, is seeking a Pipefitter to participate in installation, maintenance and inspection of HVAC, utility, and process piping systems at various sites. You will read blueprints, measure and fit pipes, and lead junior workers while ensuring safety and quality on every job.

The role requires 5 years of field experience, knowledge of industrial piping materials, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 5 years of field experience, trade school or apprenticeship.
• Knowledge of materials, methods and tools involved in industrial construction.
• Appropriate state certification or license.
• OSHA 10 certification.

Responsibilities

• Attend site regularly at assigned location (A/Z office or project site).
• Work on HVAC, utility and process piping systems (e.g., HHW, Chilled Water, Steam, Condensate, etc.).
• Measure, cut, thread or bend pipe using hand/power tools or cutters.
• Read blueprints, isometrics, plans or specs to determine work details.
• Assemble pipe sections and fittings with couplings, clamps, screws or brazing equipment.
• Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves and fixtures.
• Test pipes for leaks and inspect for defects.
• Direct helpers or apprentices in tasks.
• Maintain safety rules and site housekeeping.
• Complete daily reports and material requests.

Skills

Independent worker

Five years field experience

Materials knowledge

Steady hand

Customer satisfaction focus

Documentation

JHA awareness

OSHA 10 certification

Confined Space permit

State certification/license

Education

Trade school or apprenticeship

Job description

The Pipefitter will participate in the installation or maintenance and inspection of HVAC, Utility and Process piping systems.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Regular attendance at assigned location; may include A/Z office or other project site;
• Works on systems that include Heating Hot Water, Chilled Water, Steam, Condensate, Compressed Air, Process Fluids, Chemical, Fuel Oil, Gasses, and other related systems;
• Works with materials that include carbon steel, stainless steel, plastics, fiberglass, copper, (brazed, soft soldered and pro-press);
• Measure, cut, thread or bend pipe to required angle using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines or pipe-bending machines;
• Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes or fixtures in structures using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels;
• Test pipes or fixtures for leaks using various methods;
• Assemble pipe sections, tubing or fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, soldering or brazing equipment;
• Perform proper fit-up of pipe, fittings and flanges for open root butt welding and socket welding.
• Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances or fixtures using hand or power tools;
• Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisors;
• Direct helpers or apprentices in appropriate tasks;
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, plans or specifications to determine work details or procedures;
• Must maintain strict adherence to safety rules and quality;
• Participate in site housekeeping;
• Interact with co-workers in an attentive courteous manner;
• Additional duties as directed by management.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team;
• Experience: 5 years of Field Experience, trade school or apprenticeship;
• Knowledge of materials, methods and tools involved in industrial construction;
• Ability to keep hand and arm steady;
• Be highly focused on customer satisfaction expectations;
• Good documentation and record keeping;
• Preparation of miscellaneous paperwork including time sheets, daily reports and material requests;
• Competency in Permit Required Confined Space;
• Understanding of and strict adherence to daily Job Hazard Analysis (JHA);
• Appropriate state certification or license;
• OSHA 10 certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to perform tasks in all aspects of construction sites; ability to climb ladders and crawl as needed; ability to work from aerial lifts; ability to lift and manipulate objects of up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Industrial manufacturing facilities
• Chemical manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical facilities including GMP - Aseptic and non-Aseptic Areas and Non GMP Areas
• Commercial and offices spaces

A/Z corporation is an employee owned, tobacco-free, equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on marital status, race, color, creed, gender, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, veteran status, union affiliation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or other legally protected status