Pipefitter | Semiconductor Construction

Marketech International Corporation USA•Phoenix, AZ

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Marketech International Corporation USA is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Pipefitter to support the installation, modification, testing, and commissioning of process piping and facility utility systems within a semiconductor manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for installing and assembling piping systems used for chemicals, gases, water, wastewater, compressed air, and other process and facility utilities. The Pipefitter will interpret drawings and specifications, measure and fabricate piping components, install supports and equipment connections, and help ensure all work is completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project requirements. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with industrial or semiconductor process piping, mechanical systems, pipe fabrication, installation, testing, and construction-site safety. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with supervisors, engineers, welders, technicians, subcontractors, and other construction trades.

Requirements

Two or more years of pipefitting, mechanical piping, process piping, plumbing, industrial construction, or related field experience.
Experience installing industrial, commercial, manufacturing, or process utility piping systems.
Ability to read piping drawings, isometric drawings, equipment layouts, and construction specifications.
Experience measuring, cutting, fitting, aligning, and assembling piping and related components.
Familiarity with valves, fittings, flanges, pumps, regulators, filters, supports, hangers, and mechanical equipment connections.
Understanding of piping installation practices, pressure testing, leak testing, flushing, and system turnover.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and pipefitting equipment.
Ability to perform accurate measurements and basic trade-related calculations.
Ability to identify installation conflicts and communicate field issues clearly.
Strong attention to safety, quality, and workmanship.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
Reliable attendance and the ability to work scheduled shifts, overtime, weekends, or extended hours when required.
Ability to pass required project-site onboarding, safety training, and employment screening.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on semiconductor manufacturing, cleanroom, pharmaceutical, data center, industrial, or mission-critical construction projects.
Experience with chemical distribution, specialty gas, bulk gas, ultrapure water, wastewater, process cooling water, or compressed-air piping systems.
Experience installing stainless steel, carbon steel, copper, PVC, CPVC, polypropylene, PVDF, high-purity, or double-contained piping.
Familiarity with cleanroom construction and contamination-control requirements.
Experience supporting pressure testing, leak testing, flushing, purging, commissioning, and system turnover.
Experience working from spool drawings, piping isometrics, and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
Current aerial lift, scissor lift, forklift, rigging, or other relevant construction certifications.
Journeyman-level pipefitting experience or completion of a recognized apprenticeship program.
Experience working on TSMC or other large semiconductor facility projects.

Responsibilities

Install, assemble, modify, and repair process piping and facility utility systems within an active semiconductor construction environment.
Work with piping systems supporting chemicals, bulk gases, specialty gases, ultrapure water, wastewater, compressed air, process cooling water, exhaust, and other facility utilities.
Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend, fit, align, and assemble piping according to drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
Install valves, regulators, pumps, filters, fittings, flanges, gauges, supports, hangers, brackets, and related piping components.
Prepare piping joints and components for welding, brazing, threading, compression fittings, mechanical connections, or other approved joining methods.
Install and align piping connections to equipment, skids, tanks, pumps, chemical cabinets, valve boxes, and process tools.
Verify proper pipe slope, elevation, routing, alignment, spacing, and support installation.
Assist with the installation of single-wall and double-contained piping systems when required.
Perform field measurements and identify routing or installation conflicts before work begins.
Read and interpret construction drawings, piping and instrumentation diagrams, isometric drawings, spool drawings, specifications, and equipment layouts.
Lay out piping routes and installation locations based on approved drawings and field conditions.
Identify drawing discrepancies, clashes, missing information, and constructability concerns.
Communicate field conditions and required changes to supervisors, engineers, and project management.
Assist with drawing markups, redlines, as-built documentation, and verification of completed work.
Ensure piping installations match approved project documents and system requirements.
Assist with pressure testing, leak testing, flushing, cleaning, purging, and commissioning of installed piping systems.
Inspect completed piping work for proper alignment, support, labeling, workmanship, and compliance with specifications.
Identify leaks, damaged components, improper connections, or installation deficiencies and complete required corrections.
Support system walkdowns, punch-list activities, inspections, turnover, and final acceptance.
Assist with equipment startup and system commissioning activities as directed.
Maintain accurate records of testing, completed installations, system changes, and inspection results.
Follow all company, client, project, OSHA, and semiconductor-site safety requirements.
Comply with cleanroom protocols, contamination-control requirements, chemical safety procedures, and permit-to-work processes.
Properly use personal protective equipment and inspect tools and equipment before use.
Participate in daily pre-task planning, toolbox talks, job hazard analyses, and safety meetings.
Follow lockout/tagout procedures and other energy-control requirements when applicable.
Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas.
Immediately report unsafe conditions, incidents, equipment damage, and quality concerns.
Complete all installations in accordance with applicable codes, project specifications, manufacturer requirements, and quality-control procedures.
Coordinate daily work activities with foremen, supervisors, welders, electricians, equipment installers, engineers, and other construction trades.
Communicate material, equipment, access, and scheduling needs to project leadership.
Assist with receiving, staging, organizing, and tracking piping materials and components.
Support material takeoffs and verify that required materials are available before beginning assigned work.
Participate in project meetings, coordination discussions, and field walkdowns as requested.
Help resolve installation conflicts and maintain progress toward project milestones.
Complete assigned work safely, accurately, and within established schedules.