Pipefitter Helper III

Wanzek Construction, Inc.; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MasTec Industrial is seeking a construction helper to assist journeyman in planning, layout, installation, testing and repair of various construction systems and components. You will read plans, use measuring tools, and work with pipe and fittings under experienced supervision.

Join a team committed to safety and quality as projects span industrial and utility-scale sites. On-site role requiring collaboration with installation crews and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Must have basic reading of plans and drawings.
• Ability to use common measuring and hand tools.
• Understanding of safety practices on construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist journeyman in planning, layout, installation, testing and repair of construction systems.
• Read and interpret measuring tools like tape measures and squares to perform tasks.
• Understand Plant North and drawing coordinates.
• Handle pipe fitting tasks: threading, beveling, cutting.
• Use hand and power tools to fit and install pipes and piping systems.
• Assist with installing valves, couplings and fittings; remove damaged pipe.
• Ensure work meets plans, specs and industry standards.
• Cooperate with installation crews for material movement and safety checks.

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

MasTec Industrial, along with sister companies Casey Industrial and Phoenix Industrial, has served the power industry since 1947. We support utilities, developers, and municipalities with EPC services and project development expertise.

Ranked byENRas the#1 Power Contractor, we specialize in natural gas, oil, biomass, and waste‑to‑energy projects. Our team brings over 30 years of experience in utility and industrial systems, including simple and combined cycle plants and reciprocating engines.

We’re committed to delivering quality, safety, and value at every project phase, from concept to operations. At MasTec Industrial, we invest in top talent and foster a respectful, inclusive environment where employees thrive as innovative leaders.

The MasTec Industrial market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority‑owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments.

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist journeyman in the planning, lay‑out, installation, testing and repair all types of construction related systems and components in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Read and interpret measuring tools such as, tape measure, speed square, framing square etc. in order to perform task accurately.


• Fully Understand Plant North and drawing coordinates.


• Be able to perform tasks including, but not limited to; thread, bevel, and cut pipe.


• Use appropriate hand (i.e. wrap around) and power tools (i.e. grinders) to fit and install all types of pipe and/or similar tubular products; have working knowledge of all types of pipe and piping systems, including butt welded, socket welded, threaded, Victaulic, grooved, glued and fused joints;


• Assist in the following; Install valves, couplings and other fittings; disassemble and remove damaged or worn pipe, etc.


• Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications and industry standards.


• Closely interact with the installation crews for movement of materials and equipment.


• Perform daily safety checks to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.


• Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision.


• Must have the ability to take direction from a higher skilled worker or foreman.


• Must have basic knowledge of the construction processes involved in heavy industrial construction.


• Support project with other tasks as directed by supervision.


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