Pipefitter jobs in Altoona, PA

Position:

• Pipefitter

Department:

• Operations

Location:

• Traveling is Required. **Per Diem offered**

Direct Report:

• Operations Manager

Responsibilities:

• Read and understand plans and specifications including blue prints and isometric drawings
• Visualize two dimensional isometric drawings in three dimensions
• Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain, and take any corrective action needed
• Use appropriate hand and power tools to fit, install, disassemble, and/or remove:
• Specified type and size of pipe
• Pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceilings to hold pipe
• Install valves
• Couplings and other fittings
• Utilize threading machines for the installation of small bore screw pipe
• Utilize pipe cutting mechanisms including beveling machine to cut large bore pipe to specified lengths
• Lift, position and secure materials and work pieces during installation
• Utilize pipe fitting techniques and methods for different types of piping systems and pipe couplings including: butt welded, socket welded, threaded, grooved, and fused joints
• Calculates pipe take offs and completes mathematical calculations in accordance with industry practice
• Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications and industry standards
• Plan and lay out the installation of large bore and small bore pipe around structural and mechanical elements by clearly communicating objectives with welders and fitter helpers
• Follow established job-site safety and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work area
• Understand and implement lockout/tag out procedures in a safe manner.
• Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards
• All other duties as assigned by the site superintendent

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent walking and climbing (stairs, ladders, terrain)
• Frequent lifting (up to and including 50 pounds)
• Frequent bending, twisting and standing
• Exposure to working outdoors in all-weather conditions
• Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week including weekend assignments as required

Experience:

• Must have five or more years of experience fitting screw, small bore, and large bore industrial piping
• Candidates should have previous experience with rigging of pipe for construction applications
• Must be able to read ISOs and create spool drawling
• Must have strong mathematical abilities
• Must be able to calculate tie in points and other site construction efforts in a high paced environment
• Must be able to forecast needs and prepare work accordingly
• Must have a working knowledge of pipeline fabrication

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Licenses or Certifications:

• NCCER Pipefitter Certification preferred
• OSHA 10 Certification preferred

EEO

• MEC Construction LLC is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• State College, PA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired rate of pay?

Experience:

• Fitting screw, small bore, and large bore industrial piping: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road