Pipefitter

Emery Oleochemicals; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Oleochemicals in Lexington, Kentucky, is seeking a skilled professional for piping installation and maintenance. The role involves planning work based on blueprints, performing installation of piping systems, and maintaining a safe work environment.

Applicants should have knowledge of piping systems, valve maintenance, and must be available for extended hours. Successful candidates will be required to pass a written skills test.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in piping systems and maintenance techniques.
• Ability to work extended hours over 40 hours/week.
• Experience with a variety of hand tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plans and organizes work by reviewing blueprints and specifications.
• Installs and maintains piping systems effectively.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Skills

Knowledge of piping systems including layouts

Oxy‑Act torch experience

Special skill of pipe welding

General knowledge of pumps, compressors

Job description

Job Description

Plans work by studying blueprints, diagrams, specifications, and construction; calculates, itemizes, orders, and gathers requirements; coordinates schedule with affected departments.

• Installs piping by measuring, cutting, bending, shaping, fabricating, threading, soldering, and gluing pipe using hand tools and equipment; insulates piping.
• Maintains piping by conducting operating tests, identifying, and repairing problems.
• Documents actions by completing records.
• Keeps tools and equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical professional publications.
• Accomplishes maintenance and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of piping systems including layouts, print reading, flanges, manways, gaskets, steam traps and tubing.
• Relief valves and general valve maintenance.
• Oxy‑Act torch experience; relief valves and general valve maintenance.
• Special skill of pipe welding is a plus.
• General knowledge of pumps, compressors, agitators, bearings, and seals.
• Must be available to work over 8 hours/day and over 40 hours/week.

Note: Successful candidates must be able to pass a written skills test and pass respirator fit test.