Pipefitter

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis in Auburn Hills, MI, is seeking a skilled Pipefitter to layout, fabricate, install and maintain piping systems for steam, water, sprinkler, heating, cooling and related equipment.

Candidates must possess journeyman-level skills, be able to read blueprints and specifications, operate hand and power tools, and work with safety and quality in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years equivalent combination of experience and training as a Pipefitter or related apprenticeship.
• Ability to work shifts, overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and reading blueprints/specifications.

Responsibilities

• Layout, fabrication, assembly, installation and maintenance of piping systems for steam, water, sprinkler, heating, cooling and related equipment.
• Interpret specifications, drawings and manuals to plan sequence of work.
• Perform incidental tasks to complete larger projects and ensure safety and quality.
• Perform incidental tasks to complete larger tasks.
• Inspect and repair piping and plumbing components as needed.

Skills

Pipefitting experience

Blueprint reading

Hand & power tools

Manufacturing environment

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Apprenticeship/8 years pipefitter experience

US DOL Completion Apprenticeship Certificate as a Pipefitter

Eight years of pipefitter experience

Five years pipefitter experience and three years related trade

Tools

Pipe bending tools

Pipe cutters

Soldering irons

Cutting torches

Wrenches and pliers

Drill

Taps

Chisels

Hand tools

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.