Pipefitter

Turner Industries • Kingsport, TN

22d • Onsite

About The Position

Turner Industries is seeking an experienced Pipefitter for a turnaround position in Kingsport, Tennessee. The Pipefitter lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems, fixtures, and equipment used for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems. This is a non-exempt role reporting to the Foreman. Duties are assigned according to specific procedures and work is checked frequently. Per diem is available for those who qualify.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to four years of experience in the specified skill, depending on mechanic level.
• A-class Pipefitters need basic knowledge of field drawings, sketches, and engineering drawings.
• Basic knowledge of connecting flanged pipe connections using a cross-pattern bolting technique.
• Ability to read and properly use a tape measure.
• Ability to understand and use a framing square as applicable to pipefitting tasks.
• Knowledge of proper use of power tools to prepare pipe for cutting, welding, threading, and bolting.
• A-class Pipefitters must be able to make accurate and precise weld connection fit-ups.
• Must pass a post-offer drug and alcohol screen and physical evaluation and sign acceptance of the Turner Industries Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy.
• Must comply with company and client job-site safety requirements.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Select and inspect appropriate safety gear before performing work tasks.
• Select pipe sizes and types and related materials according to job specifications.
• Inspect worksites for obstructions and determine whether pipe penetrations could cause structural weakness.
• Plan installation sequences to avoid obstructions and conflicts with other construction workers' activities.
• Cut, thread, and bend pipe.
• Assemble and install metal and nonmetal pipe fittings, including brass, copper, lead, glass, and plastic fittings.
• Join pipe using threaded, caulked, soldered, brazed, fused, or cemented joints.
• Secure pipe to structures with clamps, brackets, supports, and hangers.
• Install and maintain refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping.
• Test piping systems for leaks.
• Use power tools, including electric, pneumatic, and battery-powered tools.
• Perform additional assignments as directed by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Per diem available for those who qualify.
• Depending on employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment (ADD), voluntary life and ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and an employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED