Pipefit Support Technician

Matrix Service; Emporia (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Service is seeking a skilled Pipefitter Helper to support a piping crew on refinery projects. You will set up power tools, assist in cut and fabricate piping, and help with Bolt-up, grinding and sealing tasks under the supervision of a craftsman.

The role emphasizes safety and reliability, including loading and transporting pipes, measuring and threading, and maintaining clean, organized work areas while adhering to site procedures and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years in refinery maintenance/turnaround/construction experience.
• Sets up hoisting equipment for raising and placing structural-steel members.
• Ability to load, transport, organize, and unload pipes, fittings, tools, and equipment to the job site.

Responsibilities

• Set up power tools, equipment and hoses for piping crew.
• Assist skilled Craftsman Pipefitters with transporting materials, cutting/threading pipes, cleaning work areas, and supporting assembly and installation of piping systems.
• Assist in bolt-up, grinding and seals to connect piping systems.
• Assist in cut, fit and fabricate all kinds of piping materials (carbon steel, stainless steel, chrome, PVC).
• Identify and address safety hazards; maintain a safe work environment.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by supervision.

Skills

Piping installation

Fabrication

Cutting & threading

Power tools

Safety training

Material handling

Tools

Hoisting equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Matrix Service is seeking a skilled Pipefitter Helper to support a piping crew on refinery projects. You will set up power tools, assist in cut and fabricate piping, and help with Bolt-up, grinding and sealing tasks under the supervision of a craftsman.

The role emphasizes safety and reliability, including loading and transporting pipes, measuring and threading, and maintaining clean, organized work areas while adhering to site procedures and PPE requirements.