Pipefitter

SunSource•Matthews, NC

48d•Onsite

About The Position

Plans, lays-out and fabricates full scale drawings of all types of piping systems, supports and related equipment in accordance with all applicable plans, detailed drawings, specifications, codes and industry standards.

Requirements

Ability to read and write English, follow verbal instructions, use simple math and interpret documents such as safety rules and maintenance instructions.
Ability to convert metric to standard measurement.
Ability to convert degrees to inches.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of pipe fitting techniques and methods.
Ability to work with carbon steel, stainless steel and other metals.
Proficient in the use of bevellers, threaders, measuring equipment, levels, squares and various hand tools.
Forklift, hand and/or lift truck experience.
Overhead crane experience.

Responsibilities

Reads and understands blueprints, plans and specifications, visualizing two dimensional drawings in three dimensions.
Develops complete understanding of contract plans and specifications by thoroughly reviewing drawings, blueprints and P&IDs from Piping Designers and/or customers.
Plans, lays-out and assembles all types of piping systems, supports and related equipment, in accordance with those plans and specifications.
Calculates dimensions, degrees, angles and length for fittings and pipe.
Understands pipe sizes, types and related materials, such as supports and hangers, according to specifications.
Measures and marks pipes for cutting to specifications using tools such as saws, cutting torches and benders.
Assembles and secures pipes, tubes, couplings, fittings and related equipment (automatic controls, valves, tanks, heat exchangers, etc.) according to specifications.
Cuts and bores holes in structures, prior to pipe installation, using hand and power tools.
Utilizes all pipe fitting techniques and methods for different types of piping systems, pipe fittings and threaded fittings including butt weld and socket weld.
Plumbs and squares fittings.
Prepares and cleans assembly for welding.
Confers with Piping Designer(s) to define and solve manufacturing/design issues.
Operates overhead crane, forklift, lift trucks or hand trucks to move skid and/or related parts to proper work area.
Maintains clean and organized work area ensuring aisles, doorways, fire extinguishers, breaker boxes, etc. are clear from debris and equipment.
Communicates with co-workers, management, customers and others in a professional and courteous manner.
Conforms to all safety rules and uses appropriate safety equipment, if any.