Pipefitter-Welder Journeyprsn

Sundt•Town of Patagonia, AZ

About The Position

Plan, lay out, and perform pipe welding and fabrication in accordance with applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. Work in other crafts at levels appropriate to training and skills as requested by project supervision. Take direction from a higher-skilled worker or foreman. The role includes maintaining positive crew relationships, producing safe and high-quality work, ensuring needed materials and equipment are available, identifying improvements, sharing knowledge, applying trade mathematics, inspecting subordinate work for accuracy and compliance, and eliminating waste. This is a safety-sensitive position involving physically demanding work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions. Employees may work shifts of up to 12 hours and must be able to climb, balance, lift and handle objects, move through confined or uneven areas, and wear required personal protective equipment. Limited use of electronic devices may be needed to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors. Sundt describes itself as a 100% employee-owned contractor and offers competitive pay, incentive programs, and training focused on personal and professional growth.

Requirements

At least three years of industrial/commercial construction experience for level I, four years for level II, five years for level III, or six or more years for level Sr., with an in-depth understanding of the pipefitter trade.
Ability to read and understand drawings, isometrics, P&IDs, specifications, and safety and quality standards.
Ability to effectively use trade tools and equipment relevant to the work.
Must pass the required weld test(s) for the work being performed.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work shifts of up to 12 hours doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
Ability to climb and maintain balance on steel or wood framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
Ability to occasionally lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to frequently use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects.
Ability to frequently reach above shoulder height and below the waist, and occasionally stoop, kneel, or bend.
Ability to move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hardhat, and a vest.

Responsibilities

Plan, lay out, and perform pipe welding and fabrication according to applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards.
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.
Maintain positive working relationships with crew members.
Produce high-quality work safely and productively.
Provide feedback about the availability of materials, tools, equipment, and information needed for the work.
Identify opportunities to improve tasks, means, and methods, and be willing to learn from others.
Share knowledge and teach others.
Apply trade mathematics with high proficiency.
Inspect subordinate work for accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications, explain deficiencies, and take corrective action as needed.
Eliminate waste, including waiting, rework, unnecessary transporting, material storage, and lost time.
Comply with safety standards and procedures.