Local Shop Layout Pipe Fitter

Matrix Service; Ferndale (WA); On-site; USD 66,124 - 89,544; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Service in Washington state is hiring a skilled pipefitter to lay out, install, maintain, and repair piping systems for maintenance, tank, and new construction projects. The role demands high precision, strong QA/QC collaboration, and ability to interpret drawings and engineering standards.

Candidates should have refinery maintenance/turnaround experience, pass the Pipefitter Skills Test or NCCER certification, and complete safety trainings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years in refinery maintenance/turnaround/construction.
• General knowledge of basic hand tools.
• Must pass Pipefitter Skills Test at 70% or NCCER certification.
• Complete Company's Safety training, Process Safety Management training and Site specific training.
• Must obtain and maintain active status within the approved drug testing program.
• Must pass background check.
• TWIC & HHFT card

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and plan details per engineering standards.
• Set up and operate bending, threading and cutoff equipment; shape and fabricate pipe.
• Assemble and test piping components.
• Set up welding or special joints; install hangers and supports.
• Handle materials and tools to and from job site; report work performed.
• Work within precise limits and safety protocols.

Skills

Hand tools

Pipefitter Skills Test

NCCER certification

Safety training

Drug testing

Background check

TWIC

HHFT card

Job description

Job Summary:

Work under the direction of a Foreman. Lays out, installs, maintains, and repairs all types of piping systems for maintenance, tank and new construction. Individual must possess a high level of skill in the industrial maintenance/turnaround/construction/or mechanical environment.

Job Functions:

• Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
• Always represents the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."

• Perform duties within a precise limit or standard of accuracy (Quality Control).

• Works well with peers, supervision and the QA/QC Department.

• Interprets drawings and sketches. Plans detail of working procedure and select materials in accordance with engineering standards.
• Lays out work; calculates dimensions; makes sketches of piping systems when needed.
• Sets up and operates bending, threading and cutoff equipment and uses hand tools or torch to shape, prepare and fabricate pipe for work to be done.
• Assembles and tests a variety of piping components.
• Set up for pipe to be welded or special type joints.
• Fastens hangers and supports.
• Handles or makes provision for the handling of materials, equipment and tools to and from job site in shop in connection with work.
• Make reports of work performed.

• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.

• Perform other responsibilities as required or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of four (4) years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround/or construction experience.
• A general knowledge of basic hand tools.
• Must be able to pass the Pipefitter Skills Test at or above 70% or complete the NCCER certification for your craft.
• Complete Company's Safety training, Process Safety Management training and Client / Site specific training.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active status within the approved drug testing program.
• Must pass background check.
• TWIC & HHFT card

Verification of 8,000 craft related hours. Graduated journeyperson status preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Employee will be standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.

• Must be able to hear, speak, understand and communicate effectively.
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will occasionally work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work from platforms while utilizing proper fall protection and safety protocols.
• Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long periods of time, up to 12 hours a day.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel-toe boots.

Washington law requires pay information in job postings. The typical hiring range for this position in Washington is shown below. The pay rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications and prior experience, specific skill set, geographic location, internal equity, and other factors influencing pay. As such, the actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of this range, and in certain circumstances, may fall outside the listed hiring range.

Hiring range: $48.00 to $65.00 per hour

Full range for this position, available over time: $48.00 to $65.00 per hour

In addition, full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets/Affirmative Action Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category

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