Pipefitter

Redwood Materials; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled Pipefitter to join its dynamic team dedicated to creating a sustainable circular economy for lithium-ion batteries. This role involves hands-on work in planning and executing mechanical piping installations, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. The ideal candidate will have a passion for sustainability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will help transform recycled materials into essential battery components, driving the future of clean energy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of pipe fitting experience with proficiency in mechanical piping.
• Experience with fluid and gas systems including water and natural gas.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform mechanical piping and equipment installations.
• Read blueprints and specifications to determine project scope.

Skills

Pipefitting

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Safety Practices

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Engineering or Technology

Tools

Oxy-fuel cutting torches

Mechanical bevellers

Rigging Equipment

Job description

About Redwood Materials

Redwood Materials was founded in 2017 to create a circular supply chain for electric vehicles and clean energy products, making them more sustainable and driving down the cost for batteries. We're doing this by developing and deploying new technologies to increase the scope and scale of recycled and sustainable materials in the global battery supply chain.

Pipefitter

Redwood Materials is currently seeking a Pipefitter to join our Engineering, Procurement, & Construction (EPC) team. These EPC roles are at the center of our activities focused on creating a sustainable circular economy for lithium-ion batteries by transforming recycled materials into battery materials for new lithium-ion battery production.

Responsibilities will include:

• Display positive attitude and practice strong work ethic.
• Assist with planning, material acquisition, coordination, and communication to ensure the work gets completed with a focus on meeting project deadlines and cost goals without impacting ongoing production.
• Function as in-house construction technician, planning and performing mechanical piping and equipment installation, including support of start-up and commissioning of those systems as needed.
• Enthusiastically cross train and support peers with project work that is outside of your, or their, core skill set.
• Identify and communicate quality, safety, and productivity improvement opportunities.
• Engage in training on new tools, systems, equipment, and procedures as needed.
• Accurately log work hours and material consumption using provided computer systems and software.
• Identify and openly communicate methods, procedures, and tools to improve the service offerings of the facilities project team.
• Accurately read and understand Isometric Drawings, P&IDs, and Orthographic drawings.
• Read blueprints and specifications to determine the scope of work: location, quantities, and size of materials needed for the project.
• Hoist loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables, and other rigging equipment.
• Measure, fabricate, and fit up butt-weld, socket weld, "V" grove pipe, valves, hangers, pipe supports, and threaded piping systems.
• Cut and bevel pipes using oxy-fuel cutting torches, mechanical bevellers or a combination of power and hand tools.
• Must be proficient in making rolling offsets, fish mouths, laterals and consistently fabricating pipe to the correct dimension.

Desired Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in engineering or technology is a plus.
• Experience with Process Piping systems including Welding, High Purity piping, orbital welding, Press Fit Systems, PVC, Stainless steel welding etc.
• Demonstrated proficiency and work experience with construction pipefitting.
• Experience with both fluid and gas systems including water, liquid chemical, O2, N2, Natural Gas, compressed air.
• Completion of a skilled trade's journeyman certificate program and/or relevant military experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented, positive attitude, resourceful and able to manage shifting priorities.
• Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge with piping systems, fitting installation and applicable codes.
• Experience in safe work practices that include writing a Job Hazard Analysis, knowledge of OSHA regulations, electrical safety, chemical handling, fall protection, LOTO.
• Able to lift up to 60 lbs., repetitive at times, work at elevations up to 120 ft.
• OSHA 10 or 30 card is a plus.
• Five years plus previous pipe fitting experience.
• A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to bend, lift, and carry objects over 50 lbs.
• Must be able to walk up and down stairs carrying weight.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.

Working Conditions:

• Environment, such as office or outdoors and inclement weather conditions.
• Exposures encountered, such as hazardous materials, loud noise, fires, or extreme heat/cold.
• Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, standing, stooping, or typing.
• Required to work weekends, nights, or be on-call as a regular part of the job.

The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Technology, Information and Internet