Piping - Apprentice

Capstone Mechanical, LP.; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Capstone Mechanical, LP. is seeking a capable helper/pipefitter apprentice to support the lead man in installing and maintaining piping systems. The role involves attaching pipes, measuring and marking, and handling fixtures with hands and power tools on various temporary and fixed installations.

Employees will learn trades under supervision, perform basic welding support, and keep sites and shops clean. Strong safety awareness and basic math proficiency are required for the paperwork tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate with internal team and customers.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Learn trade from lead man and take initiative in performing tasks.
• Serve and support lead man in completing tasks at hand.
• Assist with attaching pipes to walls, structures and fixtures using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment.
• Measure and mark pipes for cutting, threading and welding as directed.
• Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment using hand and power tools under supervision.
• Remove and replace worn components as directed.
• Keep worksite clean and free of debris.
• Assist with paperwork involving basic math skills.

Skills

Communication

Tool use

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Learns trade from lead man and takes initiative in performing tasks.
2. Serves and supports lead man in completing tasks at hand.
3. Assists with attaching pipes to walls, structures and fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment.
4. Measures and marks pipes for cutting, threading and welding as directed.
5. Modifies, cleans, and maintains pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment, following specifications using hand and power tools under close supervision.
6. Removes and replaces worn components as directed.
7. Keeps worksite clear and clean from debris and trash.
8. Helps to keep shop and vehicles clean.
9. Assists with paperwork involving basic math skills.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Competencies

• Ability to communicate with internal team and customers.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.

Work Environment

The noise level in the primary work environment is usually high and lighting may be poor. Required to work in non-air conditioned spaces, on roofs, on ladders, and with vertical lifting equipment. On occasion required to work in warehouse/plant environment or industrial environment and out of doors, includes but not limited to working near moving mechanical parts and/or rotating equipment, and loud noise or vibrations. Subject to all temperatures including outdoor weather conditions.

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions unless doing so presents an undue hardship on the Company’s business operations.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employee understands the above job description and agrees to comply with and be subject to its conditions. Employee further agrees this job description does not alter his/her at-will employment status. Employee understands that the Company reserves the right to delegate, remove, expand or change any and all responsibilities. Employee acknowledges that he/she can fulfill the above duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.