Pipefitter (MA Licensed)

methuenconstruction; Fairhaven (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance & AD&D

Disability coverage

Job summary

Methuen Construction is seeking a Pipefitter in Massachusetts who will install and align piping systems, weld process piping, and cut/fabricate spool pieces. The role requires a Massachusetts Unrestricted Pipefitters License and 1–3+ years in construction. Expect a fast-paced environment with strong teamwork and safety focus.

This is a full-time, hourly position with prevailing wage guidelines. Benefits and company-paid programs are offered as part of a comprehensive package.

Qualifications

• MA pipefitter license is required.
• 1-3+ years of construction experience.
• High School or Vocational training or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Bolt up and alignment of flanged piping systems.
• Installation of gaskets and piping layout.
• Bevel and groove ductile iron and steel pipe; welding of process piping systems.
• Cutting, fabrication, and assembly of spool pieces; pipe fabrication for instrumentation and controls.
• Travel is local with limited out-of-state trips.

Skills

Team player

Safety conscious

Hard working

Education

MA pipefitter license

High School or Vocational

Job description

Methuen Construction is a leading self-performing industrial and heavy civil general contractor with over 65 years of experience. We specialize in the construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities, industrial facilities, and other critical infrastructure projects. Serving private, municipal, state, and federal clients across the Northeast, we deliver innovative, well-planned projects that are completed on time and with an uncompromising focus on safety. At Methuen, we foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and a can-do attitude that values every teammate and stakeholder.

The Pipefitter plays a crucial role in the installation and maintenance of various piping systems. This position reports to the Foreman and is not responsible for the oversight of other teammates. This is a full-time, hourly non-exempt position.

The Department of Labor Standards (DLS) issues prevailing wage information for construction projects and other types of public work. DLS issues prevailing wage schedules to cities, towns, counties, districts, authorities, and state agencies. Workers must receive these hourly wage rates when working on a public project. Prevailing Wage rate schedules vary by region, type of work and other factors.

**This role requires a Massachusetts' Unrestricted Pipefitters License**

Your Role

• Bolt up and alignment of flanged piping systems
• Installation of gaskets
• Layout of various piping systems
• Bevel and grove ductile iron and steel pipe
• Welding of process piping systems
• Cutting and fabrication of spool pieces
• Sweating/soldering piping (non-potable water)
• Threading/cutting pipe
• Glue and assemble plastic piping
• Cut/fuse and assemble PVDF piping
• Beveling, cutting, fitting associated with piping prior to welding
• Installation of small diameter tubing for instrumentation and controls
• Installation of prefabricated or pre-manufactured pipe supports including anchors for same

Your Education and Experience

• High School or Vocational and or relevant work experience
• Minimum of 1-3+ years of experience within the construction industry
• MA pipefitter license(s)

What You Bring to the Team

• Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Strong team player with a positive attitude
• Hard working and motivated

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, and safely maneuver around the nearby presence of various construction equipment and vehicles, on an active construction site
• Prepared to regularly encounter moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and a variety of outside weather conditions
• Able to climb temporary or permanent stairs, and ladders
• Able to bend, squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, balance, and stoop, reach on a regular basis
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Travel

Travel is primarily local, and limited to Northeast jobsite locations, during the business day, with occasional out of state and overnight travel. Less than 20% travel expected.

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision

• Company Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate

• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity

• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)

• Paid Sick and Safe Leave

• Paid Parental Leave Program

• 10 Paid Holidays

• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).

• Employee Referral Program

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay range: $40 - $54/hr.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Methuen Construction is widely recognized as one of the most successful, self-performing general contractors in the industry. Built on over 65 years of experience, Methuen Construction employs the highest skilled trades professionals and managers. As we expand our construction territory, diversify our client base, and enhance our operational capabilities, our need for highly skilled teammates is growing! We offer top-tier compensation and benefits, in addition to a team oriented, motivated, and respectful company culture.