Mech. Techn-Pipefitter/Plumber

MSD Malaysia; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a skilled pipefitter/plumber to install and maintain piping systems across industrial facilities.

You will work under Maintenance and Utilities management, with responsibilities that include reading blueprints, coordinating work, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Required are a high school diploma or GED and an approved pipefitter/plumber apprenticeship or equivalent military training.

Qualifications

• Three years of recent full-time experience as a journeyman pipefitter/plumber.
• Experience installing and repairing a broad range of industrial piping systems (steam, gas, air, potable water, fire protection, process materials).
• Completion of apprentice program approved by the U.S. Department of Labor or equivalent.
• Three years of recent military pipefitting experience acceptable if within last 7 years.

Responsibilities

• Install, lay out, bend, cut, thread and join pipes to withstand steam, gas, air, water or process materials.
• Maintain drainage, waste and vent systems.
• Read blueprints, drawings, and CMMS work orders; prepare and coordinate labor estimates.
• Attend HAZOPS and Kaizen events; assist with labor and material estimates and part procurement.

Skills

Pipefitting skills

Blueprint reading

Industrial piping

Hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Apprentice program in pipefitting/plumbing

Trade school graduate in pipefitting/plumbing

Tools

Pipe cutting tools

Oxyacetylene equipment

LPG torches

Pipe threading machines

Pressure test equipment

Job description

**Job Description**Are you looking for an exciting opportunity with a rapidly growing pharmaceutical manufacturer? If so, then this is the opportunity for you! **FUNCTION:** *Including but not limited to*Under the supervision of the Maintenance and Utilities management, or a designated lead, installs and maintains all piping and plumbing in the facility. Pipefitters will perform maintenance on any equipment or facilities which their skills support in a compliant manner. Pipefitters are part of the Mechanical Technician work group and will primarily share work assignments within their job grouping with no inherent or \"system imposed\" limits. Based on business needs, Mechanical Technicians will perform maintenance activities including crossing between job groupings where skills are common. Work assignments, buildings, and equipment are not exclusive to any craft, job grouping, or employee in the M&U departments. Position may include some responsibility for maintaining significant business systems (e.g. CMMS data, planning, procurement and scheduling) including the authority to assign, coordinate and maintain work for others. **EQUIPMENT:** *Including but not limited to*Miscellaneous hand and power operated tools for pipe cutting, pipe grooving, threading and turning, power driven pipe cutting and threading machines, oxyacetylene equipment (for uses exclusive of welding or cutting), LPG torches, pipe clean out machine, etc. Test equipment for steam, potable water, fire protection, etc. Drill press and miscellaneous shop equipment, acid treating equipment. **DUTIES:** *Including but not limited to*Working from blueprints, drawings, sketches, CMMS driven work orders, or other instructions. Reference manufacturer's equipment manuals.* Installs, lays out, bends, cuts, threads and joins pipe and fitting that will withstand steam, gas, hydraulic, vacuum, water or air pressure, or process materials. Installs and maintains drainage, waste and vent systems.* Handles and installs pipes of various materials such as but not limited to: stainless steel, glass, iron, steel, aluminum, synthetic materials, PVC or similar, copper, etc.* Cuts access holes to install pipe through floors and walls, using suitable tools.* Fabricates and fits pipe hangers and supports to walls and ceilings, etc.* Acid clean coils, equipment and pressure vessels, as instructed.* Visually inspects pressure and vacuum gauges, recommends repair and performs work as necessary or directed.* Maintains restroom facilities including handicapped fixtures with appurtenances and washroom fixtures in first-class operational condition.* Installs temporary insulation where needed upon the completion of repairs to piping.* Installs, inspects, maintains, repairs or replaces pipes, pipelines, filters, steam traps, strainers, valves, etc. Installs and replaces safety valves, relief valves, rupture discs, pressure regulators, conservation vents, flame arrestors, etc.* Tests equipment and piping for pressure and leaks.* Attend and actively participates in HAZOPS, waste walkthroughs, Kaizen events, or any other operations, lean six-sigma, quality, safety or environmental training/initiatives, as required.* Prepares and assists technicians, supervisors and planners in preparing labor and material estimates.* May assist supervision with the assigning, scheduling and prioritization of work order requests using the CMMS.* Makes recommendations and prepares orders for spare parts, additional stock room items, tools, etc.* Consults with Supervision and other mechanics on problem resolution/troubleshooting. Keeps Supervision informed of problem issues.* Write, execute, and complete safety permits. ## EDUCATION: RequiredHigh School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)**And*** Completion of a formal pipefitter/plumber apprentice program that is approved by the United States Department of Labor or equivalent**OR*** Graduate of a recognized pipefitter/plumber trade school with subjects that include blueprint reading, plumbing and various industrial piping systems (steam, gas air potable water, fire protection, process materials, etc.)**OR*** Verified Military training equivalent to a recognized/accredited trade school or journeyman apprenticeship program Desirable## EXPERIENCE:Required* Three years of recent full-time experience as a journeyman pipefitter/plumber. Experience must include installing and repairing a broad range of industrial piping systems (steam, gas, air, potable water, fire protection, process materials, etc.).**OR*** Completion of four years of on-the job training as part of a formal pipefitter/plumber apprentice program that is approved by the United States Department of Labor or equivalent.**OR*** Three years recent (within the last 7 years) full-time military experience as a pipefitter/plumber. **Desirable****Equipment or Machinery Operated:** Miscellaneous hand operated tools for pipe cutting threading, joining and turning; power driven pipe cutting grooving and threading machines, oxyacetylene equipment, LPG torches, pipe cleanout machine, Pro-press or similar joining equipment, etc. **Special Skills or Abilities:**Ability to read and work from blueprints, drawings, sketches, etc. **Special Job Features:**Some heavy lifting, heat and cold, use of solvents, subject to immunizations, dirt and dust, safety shoes and glasses, respirators, works in trenches, works from ladders and scaffold. May be required to carry a pager or a radio. # Remarks:Required to take immunizations as prescribed by our Company's Health Services Department. Must wear Company issued uniform per our Company's SOP.Position is subject to a probationary period. #MSJRVETJOBS**Required Skills:****Preferred Skills:**Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE**US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:**Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:EEOC Know Your RightsEEOC GINA SupplementWe are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts**San Francisco Residents Only:** We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance**Los Angeles Residents Only:** We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance**Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully** Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. 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