Pipe Fitter

Job Description

Job Description

Pipe Fitter

Normal work shifts: 7:00am – 3:30pm 

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Individuals should possess basic knowledge within the pipefitting field and will be required to assist with maintaining tools and equipment and perform various cleanup and housekeeping activities.  Tasks will be under immediate supervision. Job responsibilities vary depending on experience.   

Travel

We currently have positions open both on the road and inhouse depending on the qualifications of the applicant.   We prefer to have new hires in our shop for the first few weeks to make sure they are adequately equipped for road work (if seeking road work). 

  Preferred Skills (We do train also):

·         Read and interpret schematic drawings to determine work procedures and to ensure the proper placement and alignment of materials.

·         Application of basic math skills, (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals)

·         Ability to use pipe saws, cutting torch, and pipe cutting machine, threading machine, pipe bending tools

Possible Tasks to perform include, but not limited to the following:

·         Work with piping made from (but not limited to) copper, iron, carbon steel, stainless steel, and other alloy metals that are put together by precise cutting, threading, grooving (Victaulic), or bending.

·         Appropriately use mechanical charts, conversion tables, and other charts used in the Pipefitting industry.

·         Cut pipe using saws, cutting torch, and/or pipe cutting machine.

·         Thread pipe using a pipe threading machine.

·         Bend pipe using pipe bending tools and pipe bending machine.

·         Secure pipe to structures with brackets, clamps, and hangers using hand tools and power tools.

·         Fit, assemble, and install a variety of metal pipe and fittings appropriate assembly techniques.

·         Ability to work within precise limits/standards of accuracy

·         Ability to work at various heights

·         Moves equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks. (BSP Internal Training)

·         Must be willing to maintain a clean, safe and organized work atmosphere and job site

Requirements 

·         40 hours per week minimum 

·         Major tools & equipment to be furnished by BSP.