Pipe Welder/Fitter (Non-Structural)

Pipe Welder/Fitter (Non-Structural) 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars

COMPANY SUMMARY

Shapiro & Duncan is the Provider of Choice for advance mechanical solutions! From humble beginnings, our third-generation family owned business has been serving customers in DC, Maryland, and Virginia since 1976. We are known for our award-winning company culture and complex commercial, government and institutional design-build projects that require first-rate performance, work quality and customer service. We specialize in full service mechanical solutions which include engineering, coordination, prefabrication assembly, construction, service and maintenance.

Benefits Summary:

Premium Healthcare Options Free Healthcare Medical Dental Vision Discounts Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Accounts Your Financial Future 401(k) Match Company Paid Life Insurance Company Paid Long Term Disability Performance Bonus Gainshare Work/Life Balance Paid Time Off 8 Annual Holidays Engaging Team Activities Health & Wellness Program

JOB SUMMARY

The Welder/Fitter works with the rest of the Construction Department on commercial projects, and is responsible for reviewing drawings, doing lay-out, and assembling pipes accurately and according to production standards, quality requirements, safety requirements, code, design, and specifications. As a full-time member of our field workforce, the Welder/Fitter will travel to different job sites, going where work is needed in the greater Metropolitan Washington area.

REQUIREMENTS

Able to work Monday-Friday with occasional overtime during afternoons, evenings and weekends as needed. Hours may involve start times as early as 5:00 a.m.

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Specific project requirements that may require afternoon or evening/night shifts. Effective interpersonal skills, including ability to work with diverse sets of team members and resolve conflict professionally with the assistance of management. Interface effectively, ethically and professionally with co-workers and clients and subcontractors. Communicate effectively in English (aural, verbal, and written). 5 of more years of commercial construction and welding/pipefitting experience. Able to sit, stand, bend, walk, climb, and remain in static positions for duration of shift. This includes use of ladders, potential exposure to confined spaces and heights. Able to lift five pounds (50 lbs.) without assistance.

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Additional weight may be required, but will be with assistance. Possess current, valid driver's license (not under suspension or limitation), and access to transportation to drive to various job site locations. Able to withstand temperature extremes and exposure to elements (rain, snow, etc). Able to withstand exposure to dust, fumes, and other particulates.

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Respiratory protection is available. Welder Certification that meets the requirements of Section IX of the ASME Code.

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All candidates will be tested; certification will be a condition of employment. Willing and able to learn new tasks. Read and comprehend drawings and diagrams, blueprints, sketches, fabrication/spool drawings, CADD drawings and submittals. Based on drawing and diagrams, able to lay-out work. Basic arithmetic and geometric skills, including calculating offsets, including for miter pipe and/or fittings. Able to read and understand spool drawings, to properly tag piping. Able to comply with federal, state, local and project-based safety specifications, including use of specialized Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and processes. Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment functions.

PREFERRED

Knowledge of mechanical systems.

PREFEERED

U.S. Citizens who will be cleared for a secured government site.

RESPONSBILITIES

Work with Foreman and apprentices on all piping aspects of job. Use drawings, diagrams, etc., to complete tasks. Assist with coordination of any Pre-Fabrication layout or installation. Maintain current knowledge of applicable federal, state, and county codes. Assist with rigging of material.

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Will require rigging training. Comply with all

OSHA, EM 385

regulations and Shapiro & Duncan Safety Program. Assist in maintaining rental and company-owned welding equipment. Maintain equipment (tips, nozzles, grinding wheels, etc.); notify foreman when stock is low. Layout work ahead of welders, and prepare all pipe and fittings for welding. Work alongside welder in holding and positioning pipe/fittings to be welded. Performs other tasks and duties as assigned by supervision.