Pipefitter - Welding Experience (Plumbing Materials)
We are seeking skilled Pipefitters with welding experience to join our plumbing materials team. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, assembling, and maintaining piping systems, including the welding of pipes and related components.
Job Responsibilities:
• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications.
• Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions.
• Coordinates with other trades for pipe routing
• Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.
• Threads pipe using threading machine.
• Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine.
• Mounts 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 bracket, 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 using hydrostatic and pneumatic methods.
• 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
• Performs other duties as required.
Pipefitter Qualifications / Skills:
• 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 computer skills to communicate via email, document daily work and progress, and track procurements and status
• Math as required for piping angles
• Ability to lift 50lbs
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in mechanical systems
• Journeyman gas fitting and/or HVAC license preferred
• Welding certifications GMAW/MIG, GMAW/TIG, SMAW preferred
• Extensive knowledge of codes
• Experience piping with cooling towers, chillers, boilers, large roof top equipment, air handlers etc
• Experience with hydronic and refrigeration piping processes
• Experience with VRF systems
Work Hours & Benefits
• 40 hours per week
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Free Basic Life Insurance.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Company matched 401k
• Company Cellphone
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off
• Bi-Weekly pay period
Please note the selected candidate will be required to submit to full pre-employment background and drug screenings.
Company DescriptionLiberty Plumbing and HVAC is a Mechanical Contractor and part of Ascension Property Services (APS) a nationwide group of specialty trade contractors with decades of experience in nearly all types of construction, including commercial, healthcare, educational, hospitality, manufacturing, and institutional. Our customer-focused, employee-driven business model builds long-term partners through loyalty, consistency, and expertise.
