Pipefitter

Turner Industries; Pass Christian (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Industries is seeking a Pipefitter for a maintenance role in Pass Christian, MS. The position involves laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining piping systems for various industrial services.

Non-exempt role reporting to Foreman, with duties defined by client procedures. Essential qualifications include NCCER certification or equivalent, a high school diploma or equivalent, and 1–4 years of experience depending on level.

Qualifications

• Must have NCCER certification or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–4 years of relevant experience depending on level.
• Adherence to site safety requirements and PPE.

Responsibilities

• Selects pipe size/type per specs and plans installation.
• Cuts, threads, bends, and assembles pipe fittings.
• Installs refrigeration and air conditioning piping and tests for leaks.
• Ensures secure mounting with clamps and supports.
• Performs leak testing and safety checks.

Skills

Pipefitting

Fabrication

Installation

Safety compliance

Education

NCCER certified

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation's top industrial contractors and earned us the No. 1 spot on ABC's 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce.

We are seeking a Pipefitter for a maintenance position in Pass Christian, MS. The Pipefitter position lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems, fixtures and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling and industrial processing systems. Non-exempt role; Reports to the Foreman; Assigned duties according to specific procedures / work is checked frequently.

• No per diem available

Essential Qualifications:

• Must have experience or be NCCER certified
• High school or equivalent
• One (1) to four (4) years of experience in specified skill (depending on mechanic level)
• Job site safety requirements as required by the client (clean shaven, long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.)
• Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.)
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace

Functional Requirements:

Selects size and type of pipe and related material according to job specifications; inspects work sites to determine presence of obstructions and to ascertain that holes will not cause structural weakness; plans sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other construction workers; cuts, threads and bends pipe; assembles and installs a variety of metal and nonmetal pipe fittings, including those made of brass, copper, lead, glass and plastic; joins pipe by means of threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused or cemented joints; secures pipe to structure with clamps, brackets and hangers; installs and maintains refrigeration and air-conditioning systems including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls and piping; test piping system for leaks.

Compensation

Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. No per diem.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, ADD, voluntary life / ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and employee assistance program.

Physical Involvement:

May be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions; handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing / sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction; wearing respirator and other PPE; work in excessive heat; work in excessive cold; work in loud environment

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law

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