Pipefitter

Job Title: Facilities Pipefitter

Job Summary

The Facilities Pipefitter is responsible for installing maintaining repairing and modifying piping systems that support plant operations. This role ensures the safe and efficient operation of utilities such as steam water air gas chemicals and other process or facility-related piping systems. The position works closely with maintenance engineering and operations teams to minimize downtime and maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Install inspect maintain and repair piping systems valves fittings and related components

• Work with carbon steel stainless steel copper PVC and other piping materials

• Read and interpret blueprints P&IDs schematics and isometric drawings

• Perform pipe cutting threading bending welding brazing and fitting as required

• Troubleshoot leaks pressure issues and system failures

• Support plant shutdowns turnarounds and emergency repairs

• Maintain facility utility systems including steam condensate water compressed air gas and chemical lines

• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) confined space hot work and other safety procedures

• Coordinate with contractors and other maintenance trades

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation

• Ensure compliance with OSHA local codes and plant safety policies

• Keep work areas clean and organized

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required

• Completion of a pipefitter apprenticeship or equivalent experience preferred

• 35 years of industrial or plant pipefitting experience (facilities or maintenance environment preferred)

• Strong knowledge of industrial piping systems and materials

• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications

• Experience with welding and/or brazing preferred (certifications a plus)

• Familiarity with plant safety practices and procedures

Skills & Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• Attention to detail and safety awareness

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Physical ability to lift climb kneel and work in confined spaces

• Effective communication and problem-solving skills

Working Conditions

• Industrial plant environment

• Exposure to heat noise chemicals and outdoor conditions as required

• May require overtime shift work or on-call availability