Apprentice Pipefitter

Job Description

• Select type and size of pipe and related materials according to job specifications.
• Inspect worksites to determine presence of obstructions and to ascertain that holes will not cause structural weakness.
• Plan sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other construction workers.
• Assemble and install variety of metal and nonmetal pipe and pipe fittings, including those made of brass, copper, lead, glass, and plastic.
• Join piping by means of threaded, caulked, wiped, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints.
• Secure pipes to structure with clamps, brackets, and hangers, using hand tools.
• Install and maintain refrigeration and air-conditioning systems including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping.
• Test piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.

Requirements

• Must have experience with pipefitting in Mechanical and HVAC Industry.
• Valid Drivers License is required.
• Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
• Possess a working knowledge of system or systems being installed, be able to interpret plans and specifications; and visualize objects in three-dimensions from plans and drawings.
• Journeyman should have completed an apprenticeship or have four years of training experience in the practical installation of related systems and the usage of tools and equipment required for installation.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
• 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching
• 100% Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance