Pipefitter - Journeyman

OUR VISION: "To become an indispensable partner to building owners with mission‑critical systems." POSITION SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: The incumbent performs skilled pipefitting tasks in the installation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC pipeline systems. S/he may occasionally oversee and direct the work of a small group of laborers. Base hourly rate of $22/hr - $29/hr KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES: Measures and marks pipes for cutting, threading, and welding. Lays out full‑scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related information from blueprints. Plans pipe system layout, installation, and repair according to specifications. Selects pipe and related materials for projects, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic systems. Inspects and tests installed systems and pipelines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other approved methods. Assembles pipe sections, tubings, and fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, and/or welding equipment. Fills pipes with water/air and observes pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks. Reviews blueprints and specifications to determine work details and procedures. Locates and marks the position of pipe installations, connections, penetrations, and fixtures in structures using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels. Measures, cuts, threads, and bends pipe using hand power tools or machines. Cuts openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings using hand and power tools. Hangs steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place. Installs underground storm, sanitary, and water piping systems. Uses specialized techniques, equipment, or materials to perform computer assisted welding of small pipes, and work with special piping used in microchip fabrication. Inspects equipment, structures, and materials to identify the cause of errors, safety hazards, or other issues, and solutions or escalates them appropriately. Facilitates knowledge transfer and teaches trade skills to less experienced tradespeople. CONDUCT STANDARDS: Maintains appropriate Company confidentiality at all times. Protects the assets of the Company and ethically upholds the Code of Conduct & Ethics in all situations. Cultivates and promotes the "Hearts & Minds" safety culture. Consistently exemplifies the Core Values of the Company (we CARE, we ACT WITH INTEGRITY, we are INNOVATIVE, and we are ACCOUNTABLE). WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work tasks for this position are regularly performed in indoor/outdoor environments, intermittently in confined spaces, and routinely require the use of tools such as pipe dies, power threading and cutting machines, hammers, wrenches, torches, and channel locks. Depending on the work location, the incumbent may be exposed to extreme temperatures, inclement weather, noise, poor ventilation/lighting, and other hazards or conditions typically associated with a construction job site. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: In performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to see, sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, bend, squat, reach above and below shoulders, balance, climb (stairs, scaffolding, ladders), and possess an appropriate degree of both visual acuity and manual dexterity. S/he may occasionally be required to kneel, push, or pull, and rarely required to crawl. This is considered a medium work position, which means possible exertion of up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to thirty (30) pounds of force frequently, and/or up to ten (10) pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. TRAVEL: This position may require up to 15% travel. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school, vocational school, or training equivalent. 5+ years of related experience in pipefitting work on a variety of installations. Ability to work from blueprints, sketches, and oral instructions under limited supervision. Must be construction‑document and drawing literate, with knowledge of all phases of construction. Demonstrated knowledge of the methods, practices, techniques, tools, and equipment employed in the joining, jointing, cutting, bending, threading of all types of HVAC piping. General knowledge of the hazards of the trade and necessary precautionary measures. Willingness and ability to work nights and overtime on an as‑needed basis. Capacity to leverage leadership skills to facilitate learning, teamwork, and collaborative relationships. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must have a driving record compliant with the Company’s policies and MVR requirements, and consent to ongoing driving record monitoring by the Company. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Rigging and Signaling Certification. Forklift Certification. Aerial and Scissor Lift Certification. Completed OSHA 30‑Hour Training. Current First Aid/CPR Certification. This job description is intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by the individual who assumes this role, not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice, as business needs dictate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Harper Limbach LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr