Pipefitter

Position Summary: The Pipefitter works with all the levels of the Maintenance Organization to repair and perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment, ensuring the safe and profitable operation of the Hopewell Plant. Duties and Responsibilities: Interpreting technical drawings and recreating piping details in the shop and field Within capabilities, bolting, clamping, and welding together metal components of products such as piping systems, plate, pipe and tube or structural shapes, using arc and arc gas welding equipment May be welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead position Removing, fabricating, and welding in fixed equipment repair panels Within capabilities, performs welding repairs to boiler and exchanger tubes and tube sheets Selecting type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, according to job specification Within capabilities, selecting equipment and plan guying layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal, weld shrinkage and welding techniques The tasks listed under the heading of Duties and Responsibilities are examples of the variety and general nature of duties performed by employees in this position. The list is descriptive only and should be used for no other purposes. It is not intended that any position include every duty listed nor is it intended that related duties cannot be required. Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent required Licensed Journeyman-level pipefitter/welder or successful completion of state certified apprenticeship program or equivalent relative craft experience 5 years industrial experience 5 years of experience in pipefitting and/or welding Additional Qualifications: Pipefitter with welding experience preferred Knowledge of the tools, principles, methods, and techniques used in the pipefitting and welding trades Knowledge of OSHA regulations and ability to comply with OSHA procedures Ability to perform minor rigging and signaling of cranes Ability to operate and maintain grinding equipment Ability to fabricate and roll plate Ability to read and interpret structural and isometric drawings Ability to perform basic math computations Ability to communicate effectively Ability to follow oral and written instructions