Journeyman Pipefitter

A/Z Corp; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A/Z Corp in North Kingstown, RI is seeking an Experienced Pipefitter to join our construction and facilities team. You will participate in installation, maintenance and inspection of HVAC, utility and process piping systems at industrial sites.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years field experience, a high school diploma, ability to read blueprints, and strong safety discipline. You will work on systems including heating, steam, condensate, and chemical lines, and supervise helpers as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in field-based construction piping projects.
• Ability to read blueprints and isometrics.
• Knowledge of piping materials and safety procedures.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in measurements.
• Ability to supervise helpers and coordinate tasks.
• Compliance with Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Attend assigned location; may work at office or project sites.
• Work on systems: Heating Hot Water, Chilled Water, Steam, Condensate, and more.
• Handle materials: carbon steel, stainless steel, plastics, copper, etc.
• Measure, cut, thread or bend pipe with hand/power tools.
• Locate pipe installations and test for leaks.
• Assemble pipe sections and fittings using required equipment.
• Ensure proper fit-up for welding and soldering.
• Install pipe assemblies and inspect for faulty operation.
• Direct helpers or apprentices on tasks as needed.
• Read blueprints to determine work details and procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Experience 5+ yrs

Industrial construction

Detail oriented

Steady hands

Customer focus

Documentation

Time reporting

Confined Space

Job Hazard Analysis

Certification/licence

OSHA 10

Education

High School

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: North Kingstown, RI - North Kingstown, RI 02852

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $32.00 - $54.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Construction

POSITION SUMMARY

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.

QualificationsSKILLS & 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;
• Attention to detail;
• 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
• Power generating facilities
• Chemical manufacturing
• Healthcare & Institutional
• Pharmaceutical facilities including GMP - Aseptic and non-Aseptic Areas and Non GMP Areas
• Commercial and offices spaces