Pipefitter / Welder

About the role

This position is located at our Jefferson Site, approximately 15 miles south of Pittsburgh, PA. The Steam/Pipefitter will perform job functions site-wide, to carry out assigned duties in an effective manner. Activities must be coordinated to assure efficient performance of the various job functions. The employee is required to conduct the job in a safe, secure and environmentally responsible manner, performing to the principles of our Responsible Care Pledge.

Responsibilities

• Follow plant safety rules, including but not limited to, lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work, confined space and chemical-handling procedures
• Safe and effective use of steam and pipefitting hand tools for industrial welded and screwed pipe fabrication
• Exhibit a knowledge of industrial and commercial piping systems
• Properly assemble plastic, fiberglass, steel screwed, bonded, and welded pipe assemblies
• Perform quality welds on ASME B31.3 Process Piping; qualify to the site’s Section IX Welding Procedure Specifications for carbon steel and stainless steel piping in the 6G position
• Perform solder and brazing operations to fabricate copper and steel tube piping systems
• Possess adequate mechanical ability to disassemble, repair or rebuild and reassemble valve assemblies and Steam Traps
• Read and interpret piping schematics of Boiler Systems, construction drawings and specifications
• Use necessary and proper manual and power tools and measuring apparatus to efficiently fit and fabricate piping sub-assemblies
• Maintain required records in legible, accurate manner
• Maintain good housekeeping in various work areas
• Work with strong initiative (able to direct one's work efforts with little supervision)
• Apply strong problem solving and trouble-shooting skills
• Demonstrate strong communication skills – verbal and listening
• Crane, rigging and forklift experience helpful

Qualifications

• Must possess valid PA Driver's License
• Must be 18 years of age and authorized to work in the United States
• High School Diploma or GED
• Journeyman Papers or equivalent education
• Favorable (clear) Background Check
• Must be able to wear a respirator and be clean-shaven at all times
• Must be willing to work indoors and outdoors regardless of weather
• Must wear all required PPE including hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, and long sleeves at all times
• Strong communication skills to interact with co-workers, other departments, and supervision
• Able to lift 60 lbs. on a regular basis
• Able to operate a forklift
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating procedures, and equipment manuals
• Able to remain active for long periods of time; frequent stair climbing, bending, and squatting are required
• Work in a chemical manufacturing environment or similar process industry is preferred