Pipefitter Apprentice 1

Description Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We are proud to offer our employees: Apprenticeship and Comprehensive Training Programs Paid Holidays Upon Hire Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance HSA with Employer Contribution Paid Time Off Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance Safety Bonus Program Employee Stock Ownership Program Work Travel Incentive Holiday Bonus And so much more! Responsibilities: Support other apprentices, and foremen on various projects Follow instructions from foremen and supervisors to ensure tasks are completed efficiently Keep the job site clean and well-organized Handle the loading and unloading of materials, tools, and equipment Ensure attention to detail and follow safety standards Fuel and wash department vehicles Gain essential service and installation skills to progress within the department Requirements: Mechanically inclined (know how to use tape measure, power hand tools), Basic math & geometry knowledge Pipefitting experience is a plus, but not necessary Participate in our employer sponsored DOL Pipefitting Apprenticeship Ability to work effectively with all personality types Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions Self-directed and can work independently Valid driver’s license Preferred Requirements: Threading 1/2" - 4" pipe Shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches Measure and mark pipes for cutting or threading Knowledge of pipe hanger assemblies Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, or maintain, equipment, and fixtures Confined space entrant Confined space attendant/supervisor Fall protection Lockout tagout Equipment & tool experience: Aerial lift Operation - Boom & Scissor (preferred) Forklift Operation - Material Handling up to 5000# (preferred) Trailer Loading and Securing of Material (preferred) Pipe threaders (preferred) Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials Utilize and understand the constraints of chains, synthetic, metal mesh, and wire rope slings Use & recognize rigging hardware including hooks, shackles, wire rope clips, clamps, eye bolts, softeners and tag lines Identifies common load configurations & positioning Rigger 1 training – trains on above Physical Requirements: Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and/or operate scissor/boom lifts while working at height Work in permit & non-permit required confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces Must be able to work in cold/hot environments Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, and herein restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Equal Opportunity Employer 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 Lee Contracting, Inc.