Instrument Fitter

About the Company

Since its foundation in 1986, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. has grown from a small, local company into one of the largest privately held companies based in South Carolina. Our diverse services portfolio includes capital projects, power services, maintenance services, disaster recovery, hydro consulting, and commercial construction. We believe in investing in our employees to help them reach their professional and personal goals. Thompson promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina, with offices spanning the United States, primarily in the Southeast and Central regions.

Responsibilities

• Select correct pipe, elbows, flanges, hangers, or supports; cut to correct length; thread pipe; bend pipe using saws, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and pipe cutting machine; and plan assembly.
• Lay out, assemble, position, grind, align, and fit components together, usually for hydraulic or pneumatic processes.
• Assemble and install a variety of metal and nonmetal pipes, tubes, and fittings, including iron, steel, copper, and plastic.
• Connect pipes using threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints and hand tools.
• Secure pipes to structure with brackets, clamps, and hangers, using hand tools and power tools.
• Install and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment, such as pumps and cylinders, using hand tools by following specifications and blueprints.
• Increase pressure in pipe system and observe connected pressure gauge to test system for leaks.
• Bolt, clamp, and support components for welding.
• Make repairs or modifications by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and then reassembling parts for the welder.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Completed PF or Instrumentation course at a technical or trade school and 1 year of experience, or a minimum of 3 years of experience working in the field.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers and understand direction from supervisor and welder.
• Utilize basic math and a calculator to solve geometric problems associated with Instrument Fitting.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand, and reach repetitively, operate moving equipment, and work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments.
• Candidate may be required to pass a drug test and criminal background check based on job location/requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Wellness programs.
• Career development opportunities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.