Pipe Fitter

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,307 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

4 day work week

Opportunities for advancement within 4

Employer matching benefits

Job summary

AVANTech, LLC is seeking a skilled pipefitter to read and scale complex blueprints, lay out pipe systems, and perform pipe fabrication in the field.

This role requires welding experience, math aptitude for dimensions, and physical stamina for demanding site work; a four-day work week, competitive hourly pay based on experience, and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in welding pipe and operating power tools; ability to lay out, fabricate, assemble and install pressure piping systems.
• Strong math and geometry skills to calculate dimensions and angles.
• Physical ability for demanding work, including bending, standing for long periods, or working at heights.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, layouts, and isometrics to plan field pipe layouts.
• Measure, cut, bevel pipes to fit required angles and dimensions.
• Join pipe sections with welding or threaded joints; install piping with clamps, brackets, and hangers.
• Maintain OSHA and site safety standards when handling hazardous chemicals or high-pressure systems.

Skills

Mechanical & Technical Skills

Math

Physical Capabilities

Education

Experience/Apprenticeship (2–5 years)

Job description

Who We Are:

AVANTech, LLC solves some of the most challenging problems in the water industry - from being first responders to the Fukushima Nuclear Plant meltdown to implementing patented first of its kind technology. Our projects include industrial water recycling at government sites. AVANTech's goal is to improve the environment around us and support our clients with innovative sustainable water treatment solutions.

Core Responsibilities

• Blueprint & Layout Interpretation: Read and scale complex mechanical drawings, blueprints, and isometric specifications to plan the layout of pipe systems in the field
• Pipe Fabrication: Measure, cut, and bevel pipes (using tools like angle grinder or saw) to fit required angles and dimensions
• Assembly & Installation: Join pipe sections and fittings using welding or threaded joints. Install and secure piping systems using clamps, brackets, and hangers.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to strict OSHA and job-site safety standards, particularly when dealing with hazardous chemicals or high-pressure systems

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanical & Technical Skills: High proficiency in understanding welding (e.g. pipe welding) and the ability to operate power tools and heavy machinery. Lay out, fabricate, assemble, and install pressure piping systems
• Math: Strong aptitude for basic math and geometry to calculate dimensions and angles
• Physical Capabilities: Ability to perform physically demanding work, including bending, standing for long periods, or at elevated heights

Education & Certifications

• Experience/Apprenticeship: Position requires at least 2 to 5 years of hands-on field experience

Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience; this is a hourly, non-exempt position
• 4 day work week
• Opportunities for advancement within the company
• Company benefit offerings with employer matching

AVANTech, LLC is an Affirmative Action/EqualOpportunity Employer