Maintenance Technician / Pipe Fitter

Jackson Tumble Finish Corporation•Jackson, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Jackson Tumble Finish is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician / Industrial Pipe Fitter for its on-site facility in Jackson, Michigan. The role focuses on installing, assembling, maintaining, inspecting, and repairing industrial piping systems, as well as performing routine facility maintenance and specialized plumbing repairs. The position requires technical troubleshooting, interpretation of drawings, and measuring, fabricating, and installing piping components, supports, and valves. The technician may coordinate with outside vendors and other trades to ensure work meets project specifications and safety requirements. The primary focus is plumbing and mechanical work involving steam, circulating water, and wastewater drains. General maintenance duties include building repairs and supporting troubleshooting and maintenance of facility systems. The role is full-time, on-site, and available on either the first or second shift. It reports to the Engineering / Maintenance Manager. Salary is negotiable based on experience and training.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
At least 1 year of professional experience in plumbing, facilities maintenance, or property maintenance.
Flexible schedule; occasional work outside normal business hours or on weekends may be required to minimize production disruption.
Strong communication skills to explain project needs to peers and management and estimate required downtime and restoration time.
Ability to read and interpret piping drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
Knowledge of steel, stainless steel, alloy, PVC, CPVC, copper, and other plumbing materials.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Clean driving record required to operate non-CDL company-owned vehicles.
Ability to perform accurate trade calculations, including measurements, offsets, and pipe takeoffs.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and stand or bend for extended periods.
Ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, and elevated platforms.
Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, and work in awkward positions.
Ability to wear required PPE, including respiratory protection when necessary.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in heat, cold, noise, dust, and other industrial conditions.

Nice To Haves

Comfort using a computer for email and maintenance software to receive work orders, update status, and report inventory usage.
Completion of a pipe-fitting apprenticeship or recognized trade program.
Valid plumbing license, apprentice card, or equivalent certified training.
NCCER, OSHA, or equivalent safety certification.
Current forklift, aerial-lift, rigging, or confined-space credentials.
Experience in manufacturing, power generation, chemical processing, oil and gas, or similar industrial environments.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and replace plumbing components associated with steam, circulating water, and wastewater drains.
Measure, cut, thread, bevel, bend, and assemble pipe using appropriate tools and equipment.
Install industrial piping systems, valves, flanges, fittings, hangers, supports, and related components.
Lay out pipe routes and verify dimensions, elevations, alignment, and tolerances.
Prepare pipe joints for welding and coordinate with fabricators, riggers, and other trades.
Inspect piping systems and perform pressure, leak, and other operational tests.
Troubleshoot, repair, and replace damaged or defective piping components.
Operate hand tools, power tools, threading machines, cutting equipment, and material-handling equipment.
Locate and repair water leaks, clogs, and pipe bursts promptly to minimize property damage.
Conduct regular inspections of plumbing infrastructure to prevent failures and ensure compliance with local building codes.
Follow lockout/tagout procedures, work-order requirements, and site-specific safety rules.
Use required PPE and perform work at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying environmental conditions when required.
Provide cross-training to peers and receive cross-functional training from peers.
Perform general building maintenance, including residential plumbing, electrical work, drywall repair, painting, basic carpentry, and hardware replacement.
Support troubleshooting and maintenance of HVAC, electrical, or appliance systems as facility needs require.
Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests during or after normal working hours.
Maintain accurate records of completed work orders, materials used, parts inventory, inspections, and repairs.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Engineering / Maintenance Manager.