Welding & Pipefitting Technician

Cushman & Wakefield•Eddyville, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

C&W Services is the industry leader in cutting-edge maintenance and janitorial programs for facilities ranging from corporate office portfolios and manufacturing plants to large public venues—keeping our client’s facility running smoothly all the time. This role involves performing repairs and preventive maintenance on tanks, vessels, piping systems, and structural systems. It also includes the layout and fabrication of new and replacement piping systems, as well as the installation of valves and related piping equipment. The position requires adherence to safety guidelines and may involve moderate supervision.

Requirements

Welding Certificate
2+ years of Industrial Pipe Fitting, Pipe Welding and Repairs.
Certification required.
Ability to observe details at close range.
Ability to control precision with machine or vehicle controls.
Manual dexterity to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Ability to perform substantial lifting (up to 50 pounds).
Ability to move for extended or continuous periods of time.
Ability to ascend and descend staircases, ladders, and/or step stools.
Ability to operate applicable hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
Ability to operate forklifts or other vehicles in a safe manner.
Ability to wear a respirator while performing job duties.
Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
Ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern.
Must have working knowledge of blueprint reading.
Must have working knowledge of ability to draw and interpret isometric diagrams, or be able to be certified to B31.1 Pipe Welding Code as well as 6-G in stainless steel.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of education in industrial maintenance technologies preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on tanks, vessels, piping systems, and structural systems.
Layout and fabricate new and replacement piping systems.
Install valves and related piping equipment.
Perform repairs and preventive maintenance in conformance with established standards.
Assist in formulating preventive maintenance standards and work procedures.
Provide work order feedback on discrepancies noted in service delivery.
Lay out, position, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications.
Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment.
Cut workpiece using powered saws, hand shears, or chipping knife.
Melt lead bar, wire, or scrap to add lead to joint or to extrude melted scrap into reusable form.
Install or repair equipment, such as lead pipes, valves, floors, and tank linings.
Observe tests on welded surfaces, such as hydrostatic, x-ray, and dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
Inspect grooves, angles, or gap allowances using micrometer, caliper, and precision measuring instruments.
Remove rough spots from work piece using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper.
Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
Heat, form, and dress metal parts using hand tools, torch, or arc welding equipment.
Ignite torch and adjust valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc.
Decipher engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations.
Develop templates and other work aids to hold and align parts.
Identify required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.
Work from elevated areas such as ladders, platforms, scaffolding, etc., utilizing fall protection equipment as necessary.
Perform other tasks, including but not limited to mechanical repairs and maintenance, as assigned by Supervisor.
Ensure compliance with all company / customer regulations, policies, and procedures.
Achieve performance expectations set forth as part of performance appraisals to include employee development planning.
Communicate with all team members to assist the development of short- and long-range planning in assist of the company’s goals and objectives.
Maintain personal tools required for your job to include an up-to-date documented personal tool list.
Meet physical requirements of the job.
Perform assigned tasks in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.
Complete accurate and timely administrative duties, including time accounting and work order completion.