Pipefitter Journeyman (Wisconsin Rapids, WI)

At Billerud, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking team dedicated to shaping a more sustainable future. The role involves training apprentices, installing and maintaining complex piping systems, and supporting plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Train apprentices as required.
• Repair, maintain, and install complex piping systems and related equipment.
• Locate, determine, and repair malfunctions of hydraulic, pneumatic, and hydronic systems.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot steam and condensate systems.
• Weld, solder, cut, and heat as required.
• Assemble and disassemble metal and non‑metal pipe and related equipment.
• Perform minor plumbing work as allowed by regulations.
• Perform general housekeeping duties and other duties as assigned by supervision.

Requirements

• Must lift 50‑100 lb regularly (e.g., chain blocks, valves, pipes).
• Considerable bending, stooping, reaching, turning, and twisting.
• Climb and work in high places (8’‑120’ elevated lifts, ladders, cherry pickers, manlifts).
• Work in confined spaces.
• Work with hazardous materials (corrosive acids, resins, gases, etc.).
• Work in hot areas.
• Learn to operate welding, heating, and cutting tools and equipment.
• Wear protective equipment and clothing when required.
• Work with steam pressure piping systems.
• Operate pipe bender, pipe threader, hand tools and other trade tools.
• Read blueprints and schematic diagrams.
• Have a telephone and live within a reasonable commuting distance of the plant.
• Willing to cross‑train as a Multi‑craft in the Millwright trade.
• Expected to respond to call‑ins, overtime, Sundays, and holidays as required.

Qualifications

• Completed an Indentured Pipefitter Apprenticeship Program or equivalent.
• Ability to lift 50‑100 lb regularly.
• No allergy to corrosive acids, chemicals, fiberglass, resins, gases, etc.
• Flexibility, reach, and body height consistent with job responsibilities.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.

Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) match.
• Healthcare benefit package and call‑time pay.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Accelerated vacation allowance (up to 4 weeks vacation plus 13 paid holidays).
• Performance‑based bonus eligibility (role dependent).
• Multiple medical plans with virtual care options.
• Generous 401(k) offerings.
• HSA contribution match and additional preventive exam contribution.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Company‑paid disability insurance.
• Prescription benefits.