Pipefitter

Stellantis NV; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn, AL seeks a Pipefitter to lay out, fabricate, install and maintain piping systems for steam, water, sprinklers and related equipment. The position requires journeyman-level skill and the ability to read blueprints and specifications.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and 4+ years of combined experience or an approved apprenticeship, plus flexibility to work various shifts including overtime in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• 4+ years combined experience/training equivalent to an apprenticeship in pipefitting.
• Ability to work all shifts including overtime.
• Experience as pipefitter in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications.
• Knowledge of pipe materials and fittings.
• Proficient with basic hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Layout, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of piping systems, fixtures and equipment for steam, water, sprinkler, heating, cooling, lubricating and related systems.
• Work from blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications.
• Repair, replace and maintain defective piping and plumbing components.
• Inspect piping and plumbing systems to detect malfunctions and make necessary repairs and adjustments.
• Plan sequence of operation and materials according to specifications and pressure capacities.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Reading layouts

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

DOL Pipefitter apprenticeship completion certificate

8 years pipefitter experience

5 years pipefitter experience and 3 years related trade

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Pipefitter is responsible for layout and fabrication, assembly, installation, and maintenance of piping/plumbing systems, fixtures and equipment for steam, water, sprinkler, heating, cooling, lubricating and related systems. This work requires practical journeyman level skills and knowledge as pipefitter or industrial plumber. The work may require interpreting specifications, blueprints, manufacturers' manuals, sketches or similar documents. It will also require the ability to plan the sequence of operation and materials according to knowledge of pressure capacities, piping, plumbing operations and materials. Candidate must be able to perform incidental tasks as required to complete the larger task.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• A minimum of 4 years of combined experience and training similar to that required in a bona fide apprenticeship program as an Pipefitter; OR a U.S. Department of Labor Completion Apprenticeship Certificate as a Pipefitter; OR eight (8) years of documented Pipefitter experience; OR five (5) years of documented Pipefitter experience and three (3) years in a related trade
• Ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to work any shift and work some overtime, including daily, weekends and holidays
• Experience as a pipefitter in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work from blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications
• Knowledgeable of types and sizes of pipe and related metallic, vitreous and plastic materials according to job specifications
• Ability to measure, cut, thread, bend, file, bur and ream pipe with hacksaws, benders, pipe cutters, pipe threads, chisels, cutting torches, soldering irons, drill, taps, and related hand and power tools
• Ability to assemble and install pipe and plumbing fittings using clamps, brackets, hangers, wrenches, pliers and related hand tools
• Ability to repair, replace and maintain defective piping and plumbing components such as valves, traps, toilets, showers, and drinking fountains using hand and power tools
• Ability to inspect piping and plumbing systems to detect malfunctions and make necessary repairs and adjustments
• Perform incidental tasks as required to complete the larger task
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to provide mechanical support to manufacturing operations to locate and diagnose trouble in mechanical systems or equipment
• Ability to complete required preventive maintenance at defined intervals on all mechanical equipment
• Ability to perform tasks historically assigned to other mechanical classifications such as millwright, machine repair and sheet metal worker
• Perform other duties as required to meet the needs of the department and company
• Strong computer skills
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems
• Knowledge of G-Suite

Relocation is not provided for this position.