Pipefitter/Plumber

Merck & Co.; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a skilled Pipefitter in Rahway, NJ area to fabricate and repair piping systems and related equipment. The role involves working with steam, water, glycol, chilled water, clean utilities and various distribution systems while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Expect to lay out, install, alter and test piping, gauges, valves and related components per drawings and verbal instructions. Strong attention to safety, teamwork and adherence to codes is required.

Qualifications

• 5 years apprenticeship / equivalent experience in pipefitting trade or associated mechanical trade in an industrial environment.
• Vocation or technical school certification.
• Completed courses in Layout, Steamfitting and Plumbing.
• Familiarity with the local Plumbing Code.
• Ability to read P&IDs and isometric drawings.
• Experience working in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Lay out and fabricate piping systems and associated equipment from sketches, P&IDs, isometrics or verbal instructions.
• Install, maintain, repair and test piping systems of all types and materials.
• Install, repair and test regulators, gauges, valves, traps, filters and safety devices.
• Read piping diagrams and ensure compliance with Plumbing Code and safety standards.

Education

High School graduate or equivalent.

Job description

Job Description

Under general supervision and with engineering support, the Pipefitter will perform journey-level work in the fabrication and repair of piping systems and components. Demonstrate ability to install, repair, alter and troubleshoot piping systems along with the equipment to which it is connected. Demonstrate ownership of equipment systems serviced and pride in quality work. Systems include steam and condensate generation/distribution, water/glycol distribution, chilled water generation/distribution, clean utilities generation/distribution, compressed gas generation and distribution, vacuum systems, HVAC and piping/coils, wastewater collection and disposal, chemical waste collection and disposal, laboratory scale equipment and tubing, and others.

• Lay out and fabricate threaded, flanged, pressed, brazed/soldered and swaged piping/tubing systems and associated equipment. Install, alter, maintain, repair and test piping systems of all types and materials. Work from sketches, P&IDs, isometrics or verbal instructions.
• Install, maintain troubleshoot and repair regulators, gauges, valves, traps, filters, safety valves, rupture discs and other equipment used or connected to piping.
• Install and repair all drainage systems in compliance with applicable Plumbing Code.
• Safely and effectively rig piping, valves and other piping system components in and out of piping systems.
• Operate efficiently, all hand/power tools, test instruments and equipment normally used by this trade and maintain/return in good condition.
• Demonstrate ownership of workplace safety/site safety culture by adhering to all safety rules/regulations and reporting to supervisor any equipment in need of repair or any unsafe situations or conditions.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a safe, efficient and clean operating condition.
• Assist in performing other duties, including work of other trades as required.

Shift

Day shift (7 am -3:45 pm) or 2nd shift (3:00 pm - 11:45 pm), determined by position availability after polling

Education Minimum Requirement

• High School graduate or equivalent.

Required Experience and Skills

• 5 years apprenticeship / equivalent experience in pipefitting trade or associated mechanical trade in an industrial environment. Must have adequate skills to perform required job functions with minimal supervision

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Vocation or technical school certification.
• Completed courses in Layout, Steamfitting and Plumbing.
• Familiarity with the local Plumbing Code.
• Ability to read P&IDs and isometric drawings
• Experience working in an industrial environment

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to adequately perform required job functions. This includes being able to lift, bend, and move in such a way as to perform job tasks in a safe and approved manner. Must be able to operate required hand/power tools, test instrumentation and equipment required by this trade in a safe and approved manner.

Environmental Conditions

• Environmental conditions will vary based on the job being performed. Work may take place in either the maintenance shop and/or in the plant depending on the job requirements.

Compensation Range $39.59 to $49.21 per hour

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.

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Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

No relocation

Visa Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

1st - Day, 2nd - Evening

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Materials

n/a

Job Posting End Date

09/11/2026

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Requisition ID

R414416