Pipefitter

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As one of the nation’s largest single-source providers of construction contract labor, Staffworx is currently expanding our field team by accepting applications for pipefitters in the Schenectady NY area.

You must be presentable, professional, and a good communicator.

Responsibilities of the pipefitter include, but not limited to:

• Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe threaders and benders.
• Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints.
• Attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment.
• Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipelines, using pressure gauge, hydro-static testing, observation, or other methods.
• Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading.
• Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment, following blueprints.
• Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair according to specifications.
• Select pipe sizes and types and related materials, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
• Cut and bore holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, and mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand and power tools.
• Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment, following specifications and using hand and power tools.
• Install automatic controls used to regulate pipe systems.
• Turn valves to shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches.

Qualifications

We are looking for those team members that possess the following traits:

• Must have commercial pipefitting experience.
• Expected to be able to work independently and with others depending on scope of work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team and other field employees.
• Must be able to perform general physical activities common to the pipefitting trade.
• Strong attention to detail while producing accurate and high-quality work.
• Conceptualize concepts easily and visualize potential outcomes.
• Knowledgeable about technological developments.
• Great attitude.
• Committed to safety.
• Committed to being drug free.
• Valid driver’s license with transportation

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Schenectady, NY 12306: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• brazing: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location