Pipefitter

Clark Construction Group; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction Group in Chattanooga, TN is seeking skilled pipefitters to install piping systems in large-scale commercial and infrastructure projects. You will read drawings, select fittings, and lay out piping while following Clark Standards of Excellence, safety rules, and project timelines.

The role requires hands-on experience with cutting, threading, mounting, and testing piping, plus the ability to coordinate with foremen and crew, maintain quality, and work safely around heavy

Qualifications

• Must follow safety protocols and maintain a safe work environment.
• Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines.
• Ability to read drawings including pipe shop drawings, mechanical drawings, and P&ID’s.
• Excellent physical fitness with the ability to lift heavy objects.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Aligns with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, and builds relationships.
• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment according to job specifications.
• Assists foreman in planning the sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.
• Cuts pipe using a pipe cutter, pipe saw, power tools, and pipe cutting machine.
• Threads pipe using threading machine.
• Knowledge in safe operation of Victaulic roll grooving and cut groove operations.
• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.
• Assembles and installs pipes and pipe fittings with various joints and hand tools.
• Secures pipes to structure with brackets, clamps, and hangers using hand and power tools.
• Tests piping systems for leaks by pressurization and observing gauges.
• Observes safety and project rules and company policies.
• Has working knowledge of working around heavy machinery including cranes.
• Ability to rig and signal loads as required.
• Ability to set and align pumps and blowers.
• Conducts field layout of piping systems and calculates offsets and fittings.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Reading drawings

Team player

Communication skills

Manual dexterity

Tools

Pipe threading machine

Job description

There is a reason that Clark is a leader in the construction industry. Simply put, it’s our people. From highways to hotels and residential housing to railways, we rely on the leadership, talents, and drive of our employees to bring great projects to light. Are you interested in becoming a part of our team? If so, take the next step and start building your career with us today.

Responsibilities

• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships
• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and valves, according to job specifications.
• Assists foreman in planning the sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.
• Cuts pipe using a pipe cutter, pipe saw, power tools (band saw), and pipe cutting machine.
• Threads pipe using threading machine.
• Knowledge in safe operation of Victaulic roll grooving and cut groove operations.
• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.
• Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded, wrapped, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.
• Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
• Knowledge in safe and professional testing of piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
• Observes and complies with all safety and project rules and all company policies and procedures.
• Has working knowledge of working around heavy machinery to include hydraulic and lattice cranes.
• Ability to rig and signal loads as required.
• Ability to set and align process equipment like pumps and blowers.
• Conducts field layout of the piping system and calculates offsets, miters, and fittings as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Always attentive to detail and alert to ensure safety.
• Ability to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers.
• Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines.
• Ability to read drawings including but not limited to pipe shop drawings, mechanical drawings, and P&ID’s
• Excellent physical fitness with the ability to lift heavy objects.
• Good communication skills