Pipefitter - Palmer and Sicard : Job Details

Pipefitters are responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining piping systems for heating and cooling, high-pressure transport, oil and chemicals, natural gas and more. They read design specifications to cut and weld pipes, perform routine inspections and lay pipework. No license required.Duties and Responsibilities* Cut pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and pipe cutting machine.* Thread pipe using threading machine.* Bend pipe by hand or with pipe bending tool and machine.* Mount pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.* Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.* Secures pipes to structure with brackets, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.* Installs and maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meter, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping.* Tests piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.* Welds pipe supports to structural steel members.* Observes production machines in assigned area of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions.* Loads, transports, and unloads material, tools, equipment, and supplies.* Performs minor maintenance of cleaning activities of tools and equipment.* Observes and complies with all safety and project rules and all company policies and procedures.Qualifications* Always attentive to detail and alert to ensure safety* Ability to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers.* Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines.* Ability to learn basic communications via email* Valid Driver's license with a clean driving record and background.* Attendance is an essential function of the job - position is not available to work from home.Physical Demands: May include but are not limited to the following:* Sit / Crouch / Crawl* Talk and Listen* Reach with hands and arms* Vision abilities include close vision & color* Lift 50-100 lbs. with some assistance* Use of hands to finger/handle or feel* Stoop* Climb* Kneel* Balance