Pipefitter Journeyman

Overview

Install, test, and repair various piping systems per plans, codes, and specs.

Key Responsibilities

• rigging
• bolting
• tool operation
• pipe welding
• isometric reading
• equipment layout

Tasks

-Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required -Manually handle and securely apply rigging equipment -Distinguish varying thickness and types of metal materials -Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. -Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed. -Align, bolt, and clamp together components of fabricated metal products to secure in position for welding -Maintain working knowledge of various types of pipe and pipe systems, including butt welded, socket welded, threaded, Victaulic, grooved, glued and fused joints -Operate tools and equipment including: beveling machines, cut-off grinders, pipe threaders, hammers, torches, magnetic drills, and a Saw-Zall -Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required -Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment according to specifications by welding and threading joints -Position and secure materials and workpieces during installation; and install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications -Reading isometric drawings, taking measurements, fabricating and installing piping efficiently -Layout and install equipment, vessels, skids, pumps, pipe, and supports

Requirements

• high school
• power tools
• climbing
• driver license
• heavy lifting
• drug test

What You Bring

-The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl -Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces -May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. -May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds -Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision. -Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools -Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment -Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position. -Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing -Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions -May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site -May require U.S. Driver License

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-It evolved into a massive employee‑owned network operating across North America, delivering projects valued in the billions. -Today it specializes in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas & chemicals, building, industrial, marine and mining sectors. -Signature projects include New York’s 63rd Street Tunnel, Baltimore’s Fort McHenry Tunnel, T‑Mobile Park in Seattle, and major renewable energy sites. -Its marine division undertakes dredging, coastal resiliency and naval base work, while energy teams deliver gas, power delivery and renewables. -With deep roots in engineering‑led construction, it is known for tackling the kind of ‘impossible’ projects that reshape cities and industries.

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