What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipefitter position at TAI Engineering?
Looking for stability, opportunity for growth and a team-oriented environment? We're searching for a Pipefitter to support our Specialty Construction division, an integral part of what makes us one of the fastest growing companies in the state.
Our pipefitters lay out, fabricate, assemble, install and maintain piping systems, pipe supports, fixtures, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water fixtures and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling and production and processing systems.
Here's a Taste Of What You'll Be Doing
Our pipefitters lay out, fabricate, assemble, install and maintain piping systems, pipe supports, fixtures, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water fixtures and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling and production and processing systems.
Here's a Taste Of What You'll Be Doing
- 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.
- Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.
- Cuts pipe using pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.
- Threads pipe using threading machine.
- Bends pipe using 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.
- Test 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.
- May observe production machines in assigned area of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions. May operate machinery to verify repair if certified to operate.
- Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies.
- May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation.
- Performs minor maintenance of cleaning activities of tools and equipment.
- Respiratory protection is common and may be required.
- Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
- Perform other duties as required.
- High school diploma or GED.
- OSHA 10 certification or willingness to obtain one.
- Ability to travel to local sites AND upcoming New Jersey project
- Three or more years of pipefitter experience.
- Experience working in industrial OR manufacturing settings.
- Pay: $28 - $35 an hour (based on experience).
- Annual Profit Sharing Bonus (variable depending on firm’s performance, employee performance, and tenure).
- PTO and paid holidays.
- Health benefits - Employee through family level coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurances. Company funded life and long-term disability insurances. Short Term Disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, and supplemental life insurances (employee – family) are also available!
- 401k with employer match.
Salary : $28 - $35
