Pipefitter

mwhconstructors; Gypsum (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

401(k) Plan

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

MWH Constructors, a global leader in heavy civil construction for water and wastewater facilities, seeks an experienced Pipefitter for a wastewater treatment plant project in Gypsum, Colorado. You will interpret plans, cut and fit piping, and install with proper safety practices on site.

Ideal candidates have experience with HDPE, ductile, PVC and copper piping, and a strong commitment to production targets while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with HDPE, Ductile, PVC and copper pipe.
• Commitment to safety and meeting production targets.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety program on site.
• Configure pipe system layout with mechanical superintendent.
• Select pipes, hangers, and other components.
• Assemble materials and cut, thread, and weld pipes as needed.
• Secure pipes to walls, tanks and fixtures; set process equipment.
• Repair and maintain pipe systems and respond to issues.

Skills

Pipefitting

HDPE piping

PVC piping

Copper piping

Blueprint interpretation

Safety compliance

Tools

Pipe cutting tools

Welding equipment

Blueprint reading tools

Job description

MWH Constructors, a global leader in heavy civil construction of water and wastewater facilities, is currently seeking an experienced Pipefitter to support a critical wastewater treatment plant construction project in Gypsum, Colorado.

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services and a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction services and safety practices, the Company's multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to the MWH safety program.
• Coordinate with mechanical superintendent to configure pipe system layout.
• Select proper pipes, hangers, and other hydraulic cylinders.
• Assemble materials at job site.
• Select type and size of pipe.
• Cut, thread, and hammer pipes according to pipe system specs.
• Use saws and cutting torches to craft proper sizes.
• Secure pipes to walls and fixtures using brackets, clamps, tools, or welding equipment.
• Secure pipes to tanks.
• Set Process Equipment (pumps, mixers, heat exchangers).
• Repair and maintain pipe systems and components.
• Resolve problems such as obstructions or holes.
• Remove water from flooded manholes or basements.
• Repair cracks and leaks.
• Interprets plans, blueprints, and sketches of proposed structures in terms of the relevant specifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Experience with flanged pipe and fittings.
• Previous work includes HDPE, Ductile, PVC and copper pipe.
• Maintains a constant drive to achieve production outputs in order to meet targets.
• Required to communicate information, ideas, directions, with the capability to perform the task or project discussed.
• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with utmost regard to safety.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required.
• If requested, the applicant shall furnish a written statement from a medical doctor that he/she has had a physical examination in connection with the application and are physically fit to perform the work.

Compensation

• Anticipated salary budgeted for this role is $30 - $55 per hour.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• Paid Time Off (includes vacation and sick)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%)
• Employee Referral Program