~ Responsible for daily Pre-Task Planning of all work performed in the field. ~Use saws, cutting torches, and pipe benders to cut and hammer pipes to specification. ~Study blueprint and construction plans for pipe systems, supports, and related equipment. ~Responsible for communication towards the education of the younger or less experienced workers. (?) ~Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, and fittings by means of welding, brazing, soldering, and cementing of joints. ~Utilize pressure gauges and hydrostatic testing to inspect and test installed pipe systems. ~Electroplate non-ferrous piping materials with tin and lead to obtain an alloy that prevents erosion. ~Operate pump machines to discard water from flooded facility floors, manholes, and basements. ~Install and test water systems such as treatment, recycling, and irrigation systems. ~Inspect work sites to identify environmental hazards that can limit the integrity of a pipe structure. ~Utilize valve keys and wrenches to regulate liquids, steam, and other gaseous substances from pipes. ~Oversee the repair and replacement of damaged or worn out pipe components. ~Use hand or power tools to drill holes in structures, such as walls and decks, to allow for pipe passage. ~Select pipe types, sizes, and quantity required for a pipefitting project. ~Install and configure automatic pipe control systems. ~Read, understand, and draw isometric drawings for fabrication.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
~High school diploma or GED desired. ~Basic geometry and trigonometry math skills needed for pipefitting. ~At least three years' experience in trade. ~Journeyman pipefitter license desired. ~Accuracy, detail oriented, organized, reliable, responsible, risk taker, safety awareness, accountability, ambition, active listener, applied learner, conflict resolution, customer oriented, decision making.