Pipe Fitter: Install & Maintain Industrial Piping Systems

Thompson-Construction-Group,-Inc; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. seeks a skilled Pipe Fitter to lay out, assemble, install and maintain pipe systems and hydraulic/pneumatic equipment on construction sites in the United States.

You will read blueprints, select materials, and work to ensure high-quality, safe installations. The role requires physical fitness, ability to pass a pipe fitter test, and readiness for 40+ hours per week, including possible weekend work.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass written Pipe Fitter test.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers and understand direction from supervisor.
• Utilize basic math and a calculator to solve geometric problems associated with Pipe Fitting.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively, operate moving equipment and work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments.
• Must be willing to work outside of craft.
• Background check and drug screen may be required.

Responsibilities

• Select type and size of pipe, and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
• Plan installation or repair to avoid obstructions and to avoid interfering with activities of other workers.
• Cut pipe using saws, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and pipe-cutting machine.
• Thread pipe using pipe-threading machine.
• Bend pipe using pipe-bending tools and pipe-bending machine.
• Assemble and install variety of metal and nonmetal pipes, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints and hand tools.
• Secure pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand tools and power tools.
• Install and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic components or machines and equipment, such as pumps and cylinders using hand tools.
• Install and maintain compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping, using hand tools and power tools, and following specifications and blueprints.
• Increase pressure in pipe system and observe connected pressure gauge to test system.
• May weld pipe supports to structural steel members.
• May observe production machines in assigned area of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions.
• May operate machinery to verify repair.
• Respiratory protection is common and may be required.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & comprehension

Math ability

Communication

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Tools

Crescent Wrenches 10in

Crescent Wrenches 12in

Pipe WRENCHES 14in

Pipe WRENCHES 18in

Level 2ft

Chalk Box

Box Wrenches 1¼in

Channel Lock Pliers

Hammer

Hacksaw

Tri-Square

Plumb Bob

Framing Square

Tubing Cutter

Pipe Fitter's Book

Calculator

Job description

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. seeks a skilled Pipe Fitter to lay out, assemble, install and maintain pipe systems and hydraulic/pneumatic equipment on construction sites in the United States.

You will read blueprints, select materials, and work to ensure high-quality, safe installations. The role requires physical fitness, ability to pass a pipe fitter test, and readiness for 40+ hours per week, including possible weekend work.