Pipefitter Pre-Apprentice

P1 Group•Lenexa, KS

54d

About The Position

P1 Construction is seeking Local Union 533 Pipefitter Pre-Apprentices for the Kansas City KS/MO Metro area. Join our P1 Team! P1 Construction has grown into a national construction and solutions provider. P1 is a specialty subcontractor providing HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building technologies, controls, millwright, and architectural metal work across the U.S. But there's so much more to P1's broad spectrum single-source capabilities, including value-added services like virtual design and construction and multi-trade fabrication. When you work for P1 Construction, you'll be part of a culture that puts safety first, treats associates like family, and provides challenging work in a rewarding, energetic environment. P1 Construction takes pride in maintaining a high standard of excellence along with an ethical and friendly business culture. P1 Construction, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of status, including status as a protected veteran or as an individual with a disability. We offer a competitive compensation package. This can be a highly rewarding career path for those motivated to learn a trade. A union apprenticeship is an excellent career choice if you like to work with your hands; are willing to serve an apprenticeship for up to five years; have dexterity, mechanical ability, problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team; want to earn a living wage and good benefits; and want the opportunity to advance in your career. The Apprenticeship Training Program starts in August each year. Personnel hired at other times of the year will start as a Pre-Apprentice and then transition to Apprentice. Apprentice Training: The Local Union Pipefitters 533 Apprenticeship Program is a five-year training program. Individuals accepted into this program will receive both classroom training through the Local Pipefitters Training center and on-the-job training with an employer. Trainees are paid a percentage of the pipefitter wage rate for their work, with step increases, until graduating from the program. Upon graduation, trainees receive 100% of the wage rate as determined by the bargaining agreement with the local union. What is a Pipefitter? Pipefitters install, assemble, fabricate, maintain, repair and troubleshoot mechanical piping systems carrying fuel, chemicals, water, steam and air in heating, cooling, lubricating and various other process piping systems.

Requirements

Must have successfully completed a community college/vocational certification program OR Associate's degree related to hands-on HVAC/welding/plumbing trades OR have at least 1 year of full time Mechanical/Plumbing/HVAC hands-on trade work experience.
Must be proficient in basic math skills: additions, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals.
Must meet the Local Union Pipefitters 533 Apprenticeship Program requirements. Applications to the program are available the first Monday of each month from the Training Center. For more information go to http://local533.com and click on Training - Pipe Fitters Apprenticeship Program.
This position is represented by Local Union Pipefitters 533.
Must be able to work full-time and attend night classes 2 days per week.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be able to satisfactorily pass a urinalysis drug screen.
The following documentation must be provided: Detailed resume with education, training and job history information including dates of employment for each position and if not self-explanatory, position responsibility summaries. This must be uploaded online with your P1 Employment Application.
Current Letter of Introduction from the Local Pipefitters Training Center (proof that the Apprenticeship Program requirements have been satisfied). Must be submitted to P1 HR within 35 days of the online employment application. Upload the Letter online with your P1 Employment Application OR email to [email protected] with your full name, the position you are applying for, and a request to attach this documentation to the employment application. Applications will be considered incomplete and not eligible for interviews until we have received this document.

Responsibilities

Preparation of construction site for installation of equipment and piping.
Installing supports and hangers.
Reading drawings, and specifications to determine layout of pipe and equipment fabrication and installation.
Rigging, setting, supporting and piping of equipment, valves, fittings.
Measuring, cutting, bending, preparing and joining all types of pipe including threading, welding, brazing, soldering, cementing, fusion and mechanical joining.
Pressure test systems to detect leaks.
Detecting faults in piping systems, and correctly diagnosing their causes.
Awareness of legal regulations and safety issues.
Ensuring safety standards and building regulations are met.