Pipefitter/Plumber

Merck; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is seeking a skilled Pipefitter to perform journey-level work in fabricating and repairing piping systems and components in an industrial setting at Rahway, NJ. You will install, repair, alter and troubleshoot piping systems and related equipment, with ownership of the systems serviced and a focus on quality results.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years apprenticeship or equivalent experience, with ability to read P&IDs and isometrics, and familiarity with codes.

Qualifications

• 5 years apprenticeship / equivalent experience in pipefitting in an industrial environment.
• Ability to read P&IDs and isometric drawings; read and interpret plumbing schematics.

Responsibilities

• Lay out and fabricate piping systems from sketches, P&IDs, isometrics or verbal instructions.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair piping components and equipment.
• Rig piping, valves and components safely; operate hand/power tools and test instruments.
• Follow safety rules to maintain a safe work environment and site safety culture.
• Perform other duties, including work of other trades as required.

Skills

Pipefitting

P&ID reading

Isometrics reading

Safety culture

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical certification

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 upon the job requirements.

Compensation Range

Compensation Range $39.59 to $49.21 per hour

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

n/a

Job Posting End Date

09/11/2026

• A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID

R414416

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

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