Machine Shop Pipe Fitters And Welders-Fabrication

Job Description

Job Description

Leapros Skilled Trades is actively hiring Pipefitters and Welders to work in the pipe shop in Zebulon, NC. As a trusted partner in the construction industry, we connect top talent with top companies across the United States.

Pipefitter Responsibilities

- Setting pump skids according to equipment drawings and manufacturer specifications.
- Aligning skid-mounted pumps to various piping connections.
- Installing trim components on equipment and piping systems, including gauges, thermometers, air vents, drain valves, balancing valves, and unions.
- Mounting equipment supports, brackets, and vibration isolation pads.
- Performing copper soldering and brazing tasks as required by project specifications.

Requirements

- Demonstrated hands-on experience as a shop pipefitter or in a similar mechanical construction trade role.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting equipment drawings and manufacturer specifications.
- Proven experience with copper soldering and brazing techniques.
- Ability to use standard construction and pipefitting tools and equipment effectively.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to all project safety guidelines.

Welder Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Perform pipe welding in a fabrication shop setting across a material mix of approximately 70 percent carbon steel and 30 percent stainless steel.
• Execute welds using MIG and/or TIG welding processes to meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Successfully pass an on-site X-Ray weld test prior to beginning production work.
• Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet acceptance criteria and applicable quality requirements.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area in accordance with all applicable safety guidelines and shop procedures.
• Adhere to production schedules and workmanship standards throughout all assigned tasks.
• Supply standard hand tools and required personal protective equipment, including a welding helmet, jeans, and steel-toed boots at minimum.

Qualifications:

• Proven hands-on experience with MIG and/or TIG pipe welding techniques.
• Demonstrated proficiency welding carbon steel and stainless steel pipe.
• Ability to pass an on-site X-Ray weld test.
• Experience working in a pipe fabrication shop environment.
• Must supply standard hand tools and proper PPE including a welding helmet, jeans, and steel-toed boots at minimum.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to talk or hear, stand, walk, bend, stoop, stretch, twist, use hands, and/or reach out for prolonged periods of time to install and repair pipes and pipe fittings.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.
• Must possess visual acuity required to inspect piping systems and read plans or blueprints.
• Dexterity: Cutting and threading pipes, attaching fittings, and welding seams
• Balance and agility: Working at heights and in awkward positions
• Hearing sensitivity: Being able to tell the difference between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness
• Must be aware of OSHA safety standards

Location: Raleigh, NC
Job Type: Contract to Hire
Pay: up to $45 per hour, DOE

Pay Transparency: A reasonable estimate of the available hourly pay scale for this position is $45 per hour, DOE. The actual compensation offered may vary depending on qualifications and other factors essential to the performance of duties and is determined by the hiring authority.

Leapros serves a tight community of proven, skilled tradespeople. As a team member, you are treated with the respect which your value has earned you. This means competitive pay, consistent work, a safety culture that starts at the top, and safety training. We know you, your lifestyle, and your needs. We are committed to our core values and guiding ethical principles, to conducting business in a non-discriminatory manner, and to operating in strict compliance with applicable federal and state laws pertaining to Equal Employment Opportunity. This commitment enhances our ability to conduct business with the highest level of integrity, solidifying our position as the most trusted workforce solutions partner. To learn more about Leapros visit our website at