Maintenance Pipefitter B

Textron • Wichita, KS

6d

About The Position

In this role, you can expect to layout, install, repair, and maintain critical plant piping systems that keep operations running safely and efficiently. You’ll put your hands-on skills to work solving real-world challenges while contributing to a high-performing industrial environment.
Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):
· Piping Installation & Layout: Install and layout compressed air, water, steam, natural gas, and specialty chemical piping systems in compliance with the Uniform Plumbing Code to support safe, reliable plant operations
· System Maintenance & Repair: Maintain and repair piping systems, pumps, pressure control devices, fuel service equipment, filtration systems, backflow prevention, and reverse osmosis equipment to ensure optimal performance and uptime
· Troubleshooting & Emergency Response: Diagnose issues and safely perform repairs on failed piping systems and equipment to quickly restore functionality and minimize downtime
· Equipment & Tool Operation: Operate lifts, ladders, cutting torches, and soldering tools to access and complete work on overhead and complex systems safely and efficiently
· Quality & Safety Focus: Deliver high‑quality workmanship while following safety standards and best practices to protect people, equipment, and facilities
.Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.

Requirements

• A high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or bronze level WorkKeys certification
• One year of trades school training including Plumbing Code courses
• Must obtain and maintain any necessary training and licensing, including but not limited to:
• Forklift Operation Certificate
• Aircraft Operating Area License
• One to three years of industrial pipefitting and plumbing
• Ability to work in somewhat disagreeable working conditions due to exposure to dirt, noise, and weather is needed
• Occasionally working in hazardous conditions caused by materials and processes

Responsibilities

• Piping Installation & Layout: Install and layout compressed air, water, steam, natural gas, and specialty chemical piping systems in compliance with the Uniform Plumbing Code to support safe, reliable plant operations
• System Maintenance & Repair: Maintain and repair piping systems, pumps, pressure control devices, fuel service equipment, filtration systems, backflow prevention, and reverse osmosis equipment to ensure optimal performance and uptime
• Troubleshooting & Emergency Response: Diagnose issues and safely perform repairs on failed piping systems and equipment to quickly restore functionality and minimize downtime
• Equipment & Tool Operation: Operate lifts, ladders, cutting torches, and soldering tools to access and complete work on overhead and complex systems safely and efficiently
• Quality & Safety Focus: Deliver high‑quality workmanship while following safety standards and best practices to protect people, equipment, and facilities

Benefits

• 401K company match + additional annual contribution equal to 4%25 of eligible compensation
• $3,000 annual lump sum payment eligibility per contract
• Annual cost of living adjustment up to $1,500 per contract
• Automatic increases of $0.30/hr every 3 months up to top of grade per contract
• Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
• Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
• Access to the onsite Textron Aviation Plane Wellness Center and Pharmacy
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED