Pipefitter/Welder Apprentice

Faith Technologies Inc; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Faith Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Pipefitter Apprentice I to support installation, fabrication, maintenance and basic troubleshooting of piping systems in commercial and industrial environments.

You will build welding and mechanical skills through hands-on experience and apprenticeship training under experienced pipefitters. The role exposes you to pipe types, layouts and tools, with a start schedule of 6 am–6 pm, Monday through Friday, with potential overtime or shift variation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1–3 years welding experience is required; 1–3 years preferred.
• Experience in commercial/industrial welding, fabrication or mechanical work is preferred.
• Travel: 0–25%.
• Work schedule is 6 am–6 pm, Mon–Fri with possible nights, weekends or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, fabrication, maintenance and basic troubleshooting of piping systems and related equipment.
• Assist pipefitters with layout, assembly, installation and modification of piping systems.
• Perform basic welding and fabrication tasks under supervision.
• Read and interpret basic drawings, blueprints and piping layouts.
• Measure, mark, cut, bevel and prepare pipe and materials for installation.
• Assist with pipe alignment, fit-up, rigging and positioning of materials.
• Learn proper pipe fabrication, fitting and installation techniques.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and appropriately.
• Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in clean, orderly condition.

Skills

Welding experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And — as "one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America" — is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.

The Pipefitter Apprentice I assists with the installation, fabrication, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of piping systems and mechanical equipment within commercial and industrial settings. This position provides an opportunity to build on foundational welding and mechanical skills while developing pipefitting knowledge and skills through hands‑on experience and apprenticeship training.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.


• Experience: 1-3 years required. 1-3 years of welding experience preferred.


• Previous experience in commercial or industrial welding, fabrication, or mechanical work is preferred.


• Travel: 0-25%


• Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 6 am and 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Schedule may vary and can include, but is not limited to nights, weekends, and holidays. Overtime may be required. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with the installation, fabrication, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of piping systems and related mechanical equipment.


• Assists experienced pipefitters with the layout, assembly, installation, and modification of piping systems.


• Performs basic welding and fabrication tasks under the direction of experienced pipefitters and welders.


• Reads and interprets basic drawings, blueprints, specifications, and piping layouts with guidance.


• Measures, marks, cuts, bevels, fits, and prepares pipe and materials for installation.


• Assists with pipe alignment, fit‑up, rigging, and positioning of materials.


• Learns and applies proper techniques for pipe fabrication, fitting, and installation.


• Uses hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, and other job‑specific tools safely and appropriately.


• Demonstrates appropriate skills and knowledge expected of a First Year Pipefitter Apprentice.


• Develops an understanding of different types of pipe, fittings, valves, supports, and related piping components.


• Demonstrates competency using a tape measure, level, and other basic measuring and layout tools.


• Assists with material handling, staging, and organization of tools and materials on the jobsite.


• Maintains tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.


• Provides assistance to other apprentices and team members as needed.


• Maintains compliance with company policies.


• Maintains compliance with all OSHA, Company, and customer‑specific safety requirements.


• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?

If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities.

Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future.

Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI.

You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.

FTI is a "merit to the core" organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit‑based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

Benefits are the Game-Changer

We provide industry‑leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full‑time team members.

Start here.

Grow here.

Succeed here.

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test.

Faith Technologies Incorporated (FTI) is a dynamic organization comprised of construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy experts. We create success for our partners and team members through innovation and expertise, rethinking how energy is designed, applied and consumed and providing solutions that go beyond the ideas of today. Our organization is intentionally structured to create comprehensive efficiencies, deep expertise and continuous innovation, bringing together the strengths of our brands under the unified market presence of FTI.

For more information, visit faithtechinc.com.

FTI participates in E-Verify; please review the E-Verify Participation and Department of Justice, Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER) Right to Work posters to review your legal rights and protections as a prospective employee: E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish) IER Right-to-Work Poster (English/Spanish)