Job Description

Pipefitter

Position Summary

A growing industrial equipment manufacturer is seeking an experienced Pipefitter to join its production team. This hands-on role is responsible for the layout, fabrication, installation, and testing of gas, oil, air, and water piping systems on custom-built industrial equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong welding and pipefitting experience, the ability to interpret technical drawings, and a commitment to producing high-quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This is a non-union position offering stable employment, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work on complex industrial projects from assembly through final testing.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, piping diagrams, burner schematics, and engineering drawings to layout and install industrial piping systems.
• Measure, cut, thread, bend, and assemble piping, valves, fittings, gauges, and related components according to specifications.
• Install gas, oil, compressed air, and water piping systems on custom industrial equipment.
• Operate pipe cutting, threading, and fabrication equipment.
• Apply thread sealants and perform welding to secure piping assemblies and attachments.
• Perform TIG and MIG welding on carbon steel, black iron, and stainless-steel components.
• Assist with equipment testing, troubleshooting, and startup activities.
• Work closely with engineering, electrical, and production teams to ensure projects are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Coordinate work activities to maximize efficiency and effectively utilize available labor and resources.
• Document installation details, project updates, and technical issues for future reference and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work area.
• Participate in ongoing training and skill development to remain current with industry standards and technologies.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Journeyman Pipefitter certification or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of industrial or manufacturing pipefitting experience.
• At least 3 years of experience working with industrial heating, combustion, thermal processing, or similar equipment preferred.
• Proven welding experience with TIG, MIG, stainless steel, and carbon steel materials.
• Manufacturing, fabrication, or custom equipment-building experience highly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Experience operating pipe cutting, threading, and fabrication equipment.
• Strong understanding of industrial gas, air, water, and fluid piping systems.
• Ability to perform accurate measurements and calculations using fractions, decimals, and standard units of measure.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and project documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.

What We're Looking For

• Self-motivated individual who takes pride in workmanship and safety.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Comfortable working in a non-union manufacturing environment where performance, teamwork, and quality drive success.

This position is well suited for a skilled Pipefitter who enjoys custom fabrication, industrial assembly, and working on large-scale equipment projects from concept through completion.

You should be proficient in:

• Industrial Construction
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Pneumatics Experience
• Hydraulics Experience
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)
• Quality Control Experience
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• Hydraulic Systems & Components
• Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
• Blueprint Reading
• Air Piping
• Fabricator
• Gas Piping
• Industrial Equipment Maintenance
• Industrial Mainenance
• Industrial Piping Systems
• Manufacturing Processes
• Mechanical Assembly
• MIG
• Pipefitter
• Process Piping
• TIG
• Welder
• Welding and Fabrication
• 5+ Years Experience