USA - Pipe Assembly Steam Fitter Operator

Epsilon Industries•Tuscaloosa, AL

About The Position

The Pipe Assembly Steam Fitter Operator lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic or pneumatic equipment used in steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial production or processing systems. The role involves interpreting blueprints, drawings, specifications, and work orders; selecting appropriate pipe and tools; and determining task sequences. The employee may also cross-train and perform duties beyond the primary assigned position. The position requires producing high-quality work with zero non-conformances, meeting assigned project deadlines, following Health & Safety policies and procedures, and maintaining excellent attendance and punctuality. Work is performed standing in a work cell for 8–10 hours per day and up to 6 days per week, with frequent movement, handling of materials, and use of tools and equipment.

Requirements

Must be a Pipe Fitter/Steamfitter Journeyman by trade.
Possess a suitable combination of education and experience to meet the position's requirements.
Able to work with various hand tools and operate an industrial powered fork truck.
Demonstrated proficiency in reading and interpreting work orders and drawings.
Able to work independently or as a team player, take direction, and communicate with others.
Excellent time-management skills; organized and detail-oriented.
Friendly, outgoing, and respectful of co-workers, with the ability to work with individuals to carry out organizational goals.
Able to perform work standing in a work cell for 8–10 hours per day and up to 6 days a week.
Frequently able to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and lift or move material.
Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of industrial experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lay out, assemble, install, or maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic or pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, or industrial production or processing systems.
Study blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine pipe and tool types and the sequence of tasks.
Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend, assemble, and install metal, plastic, and fiberglass pipes, valves, and fittings.
Join pipe sections and related equipment and secure them in position.
Use testing equipment to check systems for leaks.
Drill and punch holes in metal for screws, bolts, and rivets.
Trim, file, grind, deburr, buff, and smooth surfaces, seams, and joints of assembled parts using hand and power tools.
Cross-train and perform other job tasks in addition to the primary assigned position.
Produce high-quality work with zero non-conformances and meet assigned project deadlines.
Work safely in accordance with Health & Safety policies and procedures.
Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
Work independently or as part of a team, take direction, and communicate with others.