Pipe Fitter
Thompson Construction Group
- Huger, SC
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Select type and size of pipe, and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
- Plan installation or repair to avoid obstructions and to avoid interfering with activities of other workers.
- Cut pipe using saws, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and pipe-cutting machine.
- Thread pipe using pipe-threading machine.
- Bend pipe using pipe-bending tools and pipe-bending machine.
- Assemble and install variety of metal and nonmetal pipes, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints and hand tools.
- Secure pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand tools and power tools.
- Install and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic components or machines and equipment, such as pumps and cylinders using hand tools.
- Install and maintain compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping, using hand tools and power tools, and following specifications and blueprints.
- Increase pressure in pipe system and observe connected pressure gauge to test system.
- May weld pipe supports to structural steel members.
- May observe production machines in assigned area of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions.
- May operate machinery to verify repair.
- Respiratory protection is common and may be required.
- Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must pass written Pipe Fitter test.
- Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers and understand direction from supervisor.
- Utilize basic math and a calculator to solve geometric problems associated with Pipe Fitting.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively, operate moving equipment and work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments.
- Must be willing to work outside of craft.
- Candidate may be required to pass a drug test and criminal background check based on job location/requirements.
- Required Tool List for Pipe Fitter:
- 1 each 10 & 12 Crescent Wrench
- 2 each 14 & 18 Pipe Wrenches
- 1 each Torpedo Level
- 1 each 2 Level
- 1 each Chalk Box
- 1 set Box Wrenches up to 1 ¼
- 1 each Channel Lock Pliers
- 1 set Allen Wrenches
- 1 each Wrap Around
- 1 each 25 & 50 Tape Measure
- 1 each Hammer
- 1 each Hack Saw and Blade
- 1 each Tri-Square
- 1 each Plumb Bob
- 1 each Framing Square
- 1 each Burning Glasses
- 1 each Center Punch
- 1 each Tubing Cutter
- 1 each Pipe Fitters Book and Calculator
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively
- Work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environments
- 40 or more hours per week with possible weekend work
- Background check and drug screen based on job location/requirements
- We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development.