Pipefitter - Axis, AL

Turner Industries; Alabama; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

ADD (disability)

Disability benefits

Leaves of absence

401k

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Telehealth access

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Turner Industries in Axis, AL seeks a Pipefitter for maintenance to lay out, fabricate, install and maintain piping and systems for industrial processing.

The role requires 1–4 years of experience, ability to read drawings, use a tape measure, framing square, and operate power tools; weld fit ups and comply with safety policies.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of experience as a pipefitter, depending on level.
• A-class Pipefitter must read field drawings and engineering drawings.
• Must know how to connect flange pipe connections using cross pattern bolting.
• Able to read and utilize a tape measure.
• Able to use framing square for pipefitting tasks.
• Proficient with power tools to prepare pipe for cutting, welding, threading and bolting.
• A-class pipefitters must make accurate weld connection fit ups.
• Post offer drug/alcohol screen and safety policy compliance.
• Must comply with safety requirements and not pose threat to others.

Responsibilities

• Selects size and type of pipe and related material per job specs; inspects sites for obstructions and plan installation sequence.
• Cuts, threads and bends pipe; assembles and installs metal and nonmetal fittings; joins pipe by various joints.
• Secure pipe to structures with clamps, brackets and hangers; installs and maintains refrigeration and A/C systems.
• Test piping system for leaks.

Skills

Pipefitter experience

Reading drawings

Tape measure

Framing square

Power tools

Weld fit ups

Safety/compliance

Tools

Power tools

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 Axis, AL. 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.

Essential Qualifications:

• One (1) to four (4) years of experience in specified skill (depending on mechanic level)
• A-class Pipefitter requires basic knowledge of field drawings, sketches and engineering drawings
• Have basic knowledge of how to connect flanged pipe connections using a cross pattern bolting technique
• Be able to read and utilize a tape measure properly
• Be able to understand and utilize a framing square as it is applicable to pipefitting tasks
• Must know how to properly utilize power tools to prepare pipe for cutting, welding, threading and bolting
• A-class pipefitters must be able to make accurate and precise weld connection fit ups
• Post offer drug / alcohol screen, physical evaluation, and signed acceptance of the Turner Industries Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy
• Comply with company and client job site safety requirements
• 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

• health
• dental
• vision
• life
• ADD
• voluntary life / ADD
• disability benefits
• leaves of absence
• 401k
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• telehealth access
• 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

Keywords: fitter, pipe installation, fabrication, assembly, aligning, fitting