Pipefitter - MWH

mwhconstructors; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits

Company-paid life & AD&D

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

MWH Constructors in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Pipefitter to support a critical wastewater treatment plant construction project. You will interpret plans, assemble pipe systems, and install process equipment while maintaining safety standards.

Responsibilities include cutting, threading, securing pipes, selecting pipe types, and collaborating with the mechanical team to ensure on-time, high-quality installation in a heavy civil environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience with flanged pipe & fittings.
• Ability to read plans/blueprints.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the MWH safety program.
• Coordinate with mechanical superintendent to configure pipe system layout.
• Select proper pipes, hangers, and other hydraulic components.
• Assemble materials at job site.
• Cut, thread, and fit pipes as per specs.
• Use saws and torches to craft pipes.
• Secure pipes to walls, tanks, and fixtures.
• Set pumps, mixers, and heat exchangers.
• Repair and maintain pipes and components.
• Interpret plans and blueprints for installations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety conscious

Tools

HDPE pipe

Ductile pipe

PVC pipe

Copper pipe

Job description

MWH Constructors, a global leader in heavy civil construction of water and wastewater facilities, is currently seeking an experienced Pipefitter to support a critical wastewater treatment plant construction project in Austin, Texas.

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services and a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction services and safety practices, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to the MWH safety program.
• Coordinate with mechanical superintendent to configure pipe system layout.
• Select proper pipes, hangers, and other hydraulic cylinders.
• Assemble materials at job site.
• Select type and size of pipe.
• Cut, thread, and hammer pipes according to pipe system specs.
• Use saws and cutting torches to craft proper sizes.
• Secure pipes to walls and fixtures using brackets, clamps, tools, or welding equipment.
• Secure pipes to tanks.
• Set Process Equipment (pumps, mixers, heat exchangers).
• Repair and maintain pipe systems and components.
• Resolve problems such as obstructions or holes.
• Remove water from flooded manholes or basements.
• Repair cracks and leaks.
• Interprets plans, blueprints, and sketches of proposed structures in terms of the relevant specifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Experience with flanged pipe and fittings.
• Previous work includes HDPE, Ductile, PVC and copper pipe.
• Maintains a constant drive to achieve production outputs in order to meet targets.
• Required to communicate information, ideas, directions, with the capability to perform the task or project discussed.
• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and with utmost regard to safety.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required.
• If requested, the applicant shall furnish a written statement from a medical doctor that he/she has had a physical examination in connection with the application and are physically fit to perform the work.

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid 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

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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

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