Pipefitter Helper

Matrix Service Co; United States; On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Employee assistance program

Robust wellness program

Job summary

Matrix Service Co is seeking a skilled Pipefitter to assist in laying out, installing, and maintaining piping systems for maintenance, tank and new construction in the United States. The role requires at least four years in refinery maintenance or construction experience. Candidates need to successfully complete safety training and maintain active status in a drug testing program. Skills in interpreting drawings and a solid understanding of safety standards are essential. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $25.00 to $29.00.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years in refinery maintenance or construction experience.
• Must pass Pipefitter Helper Skills Test or NCCER certification.
• Must maintain active status in the drug testing program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the layout and installation of piping systems.
• Interpret drawings and plan work procedures.
• Perform inspections, tests, and repairs on piping.

Skills

Refinery maintenance/turnaround experience

General knowledge of basic hand tools

Ability to pass Pipefitter Helper Skills Test

Safety training completion

Ability to pass a background check

Job description

Assist Fitters/Welder with Lays out, installs, maintain, and repairs all types of piping systems for maintenance, tank and new construction.

Typical Duties

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its Core Values.
• Always represents the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics".
• Receives and understands instructions and prints regarding work assignment.
• Interprets drawings and sketches. Plans detail of working procedure and selects materials in accordance with engineering standards.
• Lays out work; calculates dimensions; makes sketches of piping systems when needed.
• Sets up and operates bending, threading and cutoff equipment and uses hand tools or torch to shape, prepare and fabricate pipe for work to be done.
• Tests, inspects, dismantles, repairs, replaces or installs any type of high- or low-pressure piping, tubing, fittings, fixtures and parts for the installation, maintenance and repair of pipelines for air, water, steam, oils, gases, acid, caustics, etc.
• Assembles and tests a variety of piping components.
• Sets up for pipe for welded or special type joints.
• Fastens hangers and supports.
• Handles or makes provision for the handling of materials, equipment and tools to and from job site in shop or field in connection with work.
• Makes report of work performed.
• Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.
• Perform all other job‑related duties as requested by supervision.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of four (4) years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround or construction experience.
• A general knowledge of basic hand tools.
• Must be able to pass the Pipefitter Helper Skills Test at or above 70% or complete the NCCER certification for your craft.
• Complete Matrix Service Safety training, Process Safety Management training and Client / Site specific training.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active status within the approved drug testing program.
• Must be able to pass a Background check.

Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Must have good dexterity with hands and fingers to perform the precision adjustments of machinery parts and controls.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, pull objects, materials, controls and tools.
• May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will occasionally work at heights, climb ladders and stairways and work off of platforms. Will work at heights up to 300' utilizing proper fall protection.
• Will use vision abilities to focus, see short and long distances, colors, depth perception and peripheral vision.
• Must be capable of working outside in the elements including but not limited to the heat, cold, rain, snow and wind; and must be able to work for long period of times up to 12 hours a day.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and steel‑toe boots.

Washington law requires pay information in job postings. The typical hiring range for this position in Washington is shown below. The pay rate will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and prior experience, specific skill set, geographic location, internal equity, and other factors influencing pay. As such, the actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of this range, and in certain circumstances, may fall outside the listed hiring range.

Hiring range: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Full range for this position, available overtime: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

In addition, full‑time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore by joining our organization.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.