Pipefitter

Based out of the Macon, GA facility, and reporting to the Director of Construction, the Pipefitter will be engaged in fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining commercial HVAC piping systems. They work primarily in industrial, commercial settings, ensuring that pipes are properly fitted and connected to facilitate the flow of liquids, gases, and other substances. Refrigeration & hydronic piping experience is required.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Pipe Installation: Accurately measure, cut, and fit pipes according to engineering specifications and blueprints. Work with various types of pipes, such as steel, copper, plastic, and stainless steel, and use tools like saws, pipe cutters, and threaders to shape and prepare the pipes for installation.
• Pipe Connection: Connect pipes together using welding, soldering, brazing, or mechanical fittings. Ensure that the connections are secure, leak-free, and aligned properly. Install valves, gauges, and other control devices along the piping system.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, and other technical documents to understand the layout and configuration of the piping systems they are working on. Identify the types and sizes of pipes, determine the location of fittings, and plan the pipe routing.
• Pipe Repair and Maintenance: Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with piping systems, such as leaks, blockages, or faulty components. Dismantle and replace damaged pipes, valves, or fittings, and perform routine maintenance tasks, including cleaning, lubrication, and inspection to ensure the system's optimal performance.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment. Implement proper ventilation, handle hazardous materials appropriately, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary. Follow safety procedures during welding, cutting, or other high-risk activities.
• Collaboration: Work as part of a team that includes plumbers, welders, and other construction professionals. Communicate and collaborate with team members to ensure the smooth installation and operation of piping systems.
• Documentation: Maintain records of work performed, including materials used, measurements, and any modifications made to the piping system. Accurate documentation is crucial for future reference, maintenance, and compliance purposes.

Qualifications

• Refrigeration & hydronic piping experience is required.
• Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
• Climb and maintain balance on ladders, lifts, and scaffolds; stand, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Capable of exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical activity requirements are in excess of those for light work.
• Physically working foremen must be able to reach for, handle, and feel objects; lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds in a safe manner.
• 4 Years vocational preparation acquired in school, work, military, institutional, or vocational environment.
• Minimum 5+ years related work experience.
• Ability to read safety rules, instructions in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment, and methods and procedures in mechanical drawing and layout work.
• Ability to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.