Pipe Fitter
Atlantic Constructors
- Suffolk, VA
- $25.00-37.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Medical Insurance Plans
- Dental Insurance Plan
- Vision Insurance Plan
- 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
- Health Savings Plan
- Interprets sketches, blue prints and isometric drawings
- Cleans, bevels, prepares and installs pipe with various fittings and weld joints
- Performs layout, rigging and transportation of pipe, valves and fittings
- Installs pipe and related materials and equipment
- Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions
- Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers
- Cuts pipe using, pipe cutter, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine
- Threads pipe using threading machine
- Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools
- Tests piping systems
- Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies
- Assists in lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation
- Maintains tools and equipment
- Relies on pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
- Performs other duties as assigned
- 3-5 years' experience as a pipe fitter; or equivalent combination of vocational training and experience
- NCCER certified
- Ability to sketch complex isometric drawings with minimal supervision
- Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail, and demonstrate problem-solving skills
- Must be able to pass post-offer pre-employment drug screen, and may be required to satisfactorily complete additional background checks as required (i.e. DMV, criminal history)
- Must adhere to all company policy and procedures
- Must be available, and have the means to report to multiple job sites as assigned
- May work in varying temperatures; both inside and outside, including inclement weather, heat, humidity, cold, and dampness
- May work in areas with exposure to moderate/high noise levels
- May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including dust
- May be required to work in confined spaces or from high heights
- This role routinely uses construction equipment such as heavy machinery, hand and power tools
- While performing duties of the job the employee may work aloft, climb, bend, pull, reach overhead, stand/walk for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms
- Must be able to correctly identify all colors of a color-coded cable/wires and see close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus
- May require travel (typically not overnight)
- Prior military experience
- HS diploma or GED equivalent