Overview
The Pipefitter position in Hopewell involves interpreting technical drawings and welding metal components for piping systems. Candidates should have significant experience in pipefitting and welding, along with the necessary qualifications and skills to perform various tasks related to the trade.
Responsibilities
- Interpreting technical drawings and recreating piping details in shop and field.
- Bolting, clamping, and welding together metal components of products such as piping systems.
- Welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Removing, fabricating, and welding in fixed equipment repair panels.
- Performing welding repairs to boiler and exchanger tubes and tube sheets.
- Selecting type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment according to job specifications.
- Selecting equipment and planning layouts, assembly, and welding.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Licensed Journeyman-level pipefitter/welder or completion of a state certified apprenticeship program.
- 5 years of industrial experience.
- 5 years of experience in pipefitting and/or welding.
- Welding experience preferred.
- Knowledge of tools, principles, methods, and techniques used in pipefitting and welding.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and ability to comply with OSHA procedures.
- Ability to perform minor rigging and signaling of cranes.
- Ability to operate and maintain grinding equipment.
- Ability to fabricate and roll plate.
- Ability to read and interpret structural and isometric drawings.
- Ability to perform basic math computations.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.