Pipe Shop Fabrication Technician - Skilled Laborer

RK Industries, LLC; Aurora, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits

Job summary

RK Industries, LLC in Aurora, CO is seeking a Skilled Laborer for the Pipe Shop to support fabrication and assembly of piping systems. You will prepare materials, operate shop equipment, and assist fabricators and pipe fitters.

Responsibilities include measuring, cutting, beveling, and aligning pipe, with emphasis on safety and quality. The role offers competitive hourly pay, weekly pay, and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment safely.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic shop math.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to recognize common piping materials and components at the level required for the position.
• Ability to work effectively with welders, fitters, inspectors, and supervisors.
• Familiarity with carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy, or other piping materials.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, attendance, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pipe, fittings, and related components for fabrication.
• Measure and mark materials accurately using tapes, squares, levels, and other layout tools.
• Cut, bevel, grind, clean, and deburr materials according to job requirements.
• Operate assigned shop equipment after completing required training.
• Move, organize, and stage materials using approved lifting and material-handling practices.
• Assist welders and pipe fitters with positioning, alignment, fit-up, and assembly.
• Confirm that materials and components match fabrication documents.
• Maintain material identification and traceability as required.
• Complete production and material records accurately.
• Inspect tools and equipment before use and report unsafe or damaged equipment.
• Maintain orderly work areas and remove fabrication debris.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and production procedures.

Skills

Hand tools & power tools

Measuring equipment

Shop math

Written & verbal instructions

Piping materials recognition

Collaboration with welders/inspectors

Safety discipline

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring tools

Tape measure

Job description

RK Industries, LLC in Aurora, CO is seeking a Skilled Laborer for the Pipe Shop to support fabrication and assembly of piping systems. You will prepare materials, operate shop equipment, and assist fabricators and pipe fitters.

Responsibilities include measuring, cutting, beveling, and aligning pipe, with emphasis on safety and quality. The role offers competitive hourly pay, weekly pay, and benefits.