Pipe fitter

Dauch; Detroit, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking a reliable pipe fitter to plan, install and maintain piping systems in industrial facilities. The role emphasizes welding and installing pipes in compliance with specifications and safety standards, including handling pipes conveying chemicals and liquids.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of trade training or apprenticeship, and state licensure where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Trade school or apprenticeship preferred.
• Must meet state licensure requirements.
• Proven experience as a Pipe Fitter.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the workplace, clear obstructions, prepare materials and equipment.
• Study blueprints and plan pipe systems and related equipment installations.
• Use tools to modify pipes to specifications.
• Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading.
• Assemble and weld pipe components and systems.
• Secure pipes to walls and fixtures with brackets and clamps.
• Repair and maintain pipe systems, supports, and related equipment.
• Clear pipe systems of obstructions and test their functionality.
• Comply with relevant codes and regulatory standards.

Skills

Pipe fitting

Welding

Blueprint reading

Mechanical troubleshooting

Physical dexterity

Attention to detail

Background check clearance

Education

High school diploma/GED

Trade school or apprenticeship

State licensure

Job description

Pipe fitter

Legal Entity

American Axle & Manufacturing Inc

Job Description Summary

As a successful pipe fitter, you should have ample experience in welding and installing pipe systems according to specifications. Ultimately, a top pipe fitter has excellent mechanical skills and a good understanding of the requirements and precautions necessary for working with pipes conveying dangerous chemicals and liquids.

Job Description

We are looking for a reliable pipe fitter to plan, install and maintain piping systems in industrial facilities.

Pipe Fitter Responsibilities

• Inspecting the workplace, clearing obstructions, preparing materials and equipment.

• Studying blueprints and planning pipe systems and related equipment installations.

• Using a variety of tools to modify pipes to specifications.

• Measuring and marking pipes for cutting and threading.

• Assembling and welding pipe components and systems.

• Securing pipes to walls and fixtures with brackets, clamps, and welding equipment.

• Repairing and maintaining pipe systems, supports, and related equipment.

• Clearing pipe systems of obstructions and testing their functionality.

• Complying with relevant codes and regulatory standards.

Required Skills and Education

• High school diploma/GED.

• Trade school education or apprenticeship.

• Meet state licensure requirements.

• Proven experience as a Pipe Fitter.

• Excellent mechanical and troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to prioritize and maintain strong attention to detail.

• Physical dexterity.

• Ability to pass pre-employment physical including drug testing.

• Abilityto pass pre-employment background check.

About Dauch

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law.

Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law.

For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment.

To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail].

Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.