Pipefitter Helper IV

MasTec Inc•Rapid City, SD

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Assist a journeyman in planning, laying out, installing, testing, and repairing construction-related systems and components in accordance with applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. The role supports pipefitting and other construction work on project sites, including handling materials and equipment, maintaining safe work practices, and completing tasks under the direction of a higher-skilled worker or foreman. The position is full-time, typically scheduled for 50 hours per week, with schedules subject to project requirements. Travel of up to 90% is required, with work performed at project sites and intermittent travel to the employee’s residence of record.

Requirements

3–4 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 18 years of age.
Experience in one or more construction craft roles as a helper or laborer, or a combination of work experience and training, and basic knowledge of the assigned craft.
Knowledge of MIC Health and Safety programs and project-specific regulations.
Proficiency in one or more craft areas.
Ability to perform basic calculations, read scales, and use simple fractions.
Ability to work well under pressure and within timelines.
Developing knowledge of construction component fabrication, installation, or maintenance; system testing with appropriate tools; and applicable state and federal codes.
Ability to obtain and maintain licenses required for the work area, if applicable.
Ability to understand and follow directions and have the necessary craft-specific helper tools.
Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift doing physically demanding work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions; frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive physical tasks.
Ability to use arms, hands, and legs fully; push, pull, stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, climb, and work in confined, cluttered, or uneven areas.
Ability to work at heights and comply with fall-protection and other safety requirements.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
Ability to evaluate information against measurable standards, notice details and slight differences in shapes and shading, visualize three-dimensional objects from drawings, and coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.
Adequate balance, vision, and hearing, naturally or with correction.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED Certification.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret measuring tools such as tape measures and squares to perform work accurately.
Understand Plant North and drawing coordinates.
Thread, bevel, and cut pipe.
Use appropriate hand and power tools to fit and install pipe and similar tubular products; work with butt-welded, socket-welded, threaded, Victaulic, grooved, glued, and fused joints.
Assist with installing valves, couplings, and other fittings, and with disassembling and removing damaged or worn pipe.
Produce work that meets plans, specifications, and industry standards.
Coordinate with installation crews to move materials and equipment.
Perform daily safety checks to ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills when requested by project supervision.
Take direction from a higher-skilled worker or foreman and support the project with other assigned tasks.
Communicate with the Foreman about problems, required materials, and observed hazards.
Participate in daily toolbox meetings when on-site and set a personal example of safe behavior.
Work different shifts and overtime as required, under production schedule pressure, while meeting accuracy standards and performing duties safely.

Benefits

Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
401(k) with company match.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with plan choice and coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
Diabetes management, telehealth coverage, prescription drug plan, pet insurance, and weight management drug discount.
Discounted national gym membership network.
Employee Assistance Program.
Short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
Group legal plan.
Compensation of $31.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, plus a $2.00 shift differential.