Pipefitter

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Mon.-Fri. 6am-2 : 30pm $23-$25 / hr. DOE Duties / Responsibilities :

• Plans, prepares, installs, and maintains piping and plumbing systems composed of various materials; systems may include pipes, pressure and vacuum gauges, pipeline filters, steam traps, and strainer valves.
• Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions.
• Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.
• Threads pipe using threading machine.
• Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.
• Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
• Installs and maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meter, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping.
• Tests piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
• Welds pipe supports to structural steel members.
• Observes production machines in assigned area of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions.
• Loads, transports, and unloads material, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Performs minor maintenance of cleaning activities of tools and equipment.
• Observes and complies with all safety and project rules and all company policies and procedures.
• Consults blueprints, work orders, schematics, or instructions; creates working procedure based on specifications.
• Ensure pipes meet proper specifications.
• Create pipe installation plans.
• Conduct quality control.
• Testing pipe systems to ensure safety and functionality.
• Welds, cuts, bends, threads, solders, and fits pipes.
• Attaches pipes and piping systems to walls using brackets, bracket systems, or clamps; cuts or bores holes prior to project.
• Installs various types of insulation and pipe covering; safely removes and properly discards of old coverings according to hazardous waste procedures and in accordance with EPA and OSHA requirements.
• Inspects pipes, testing for pressure and leaks; reports and / or resolves problems.
• Coordinates with manager to schedule machinery maintenance, repairs, and installation to minimize disruption to operations.
• Comply with applicable safety and building codes, regulations and best practices.
• Maintains records, including safety logs and inspection details.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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