Pipe Fitter
Wilton, CA - USA
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Job Summary
About Us
From commercial office space and manufacturing to multi-site retail portfolios we manage and support over 1 billion square feet of facilities space for the nations leading organizations. We provide comprehensive facility services ranging from mechanical maintenance and self-performed site-based operations to energy-efficiency upgrades and supplier-managed interior/exterior maintenance.
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and licensed Pipefitter to join our Facilities Operations team in a large-scale manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for the installation maintenance troubleshooting repair and modification of piping systems that support critical manufacturing processes and facility operations. The successful candidate will work with a variety of piping materials including PVC carbon steel copper and stainless steel while supporting systems such as steam chilled water process chilled water compressed air nitrogen and HVAC infrastructure.
This role requires strong mechanical aptitude excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to work safely in an active manufacturing facility with mission-critical equipment and utilities. This job is not solely pipe fitter this role is expected to help in other activities onsite as well.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Install modify maintain and repair piping systems throughout the facility.
- Work with a variety of pipe materials including: PVC Copper SS and Carbon Steel
- Fabricate cut thread bend groove and assemble piping systems according to specifications and drawings.
- Perform soldering and brazing of copper piping and fittings.
- Install and repair valves regulators pumps heat exchangers strainers and other piping components.
- Support and maintain plant utility systems including:
Steam distribution systems
Steam boilers and condensate return system
Chilled water and process chilled water systems
Compressed air systems
Nitrogen distribution systems
Domestic water systems
- Troubleshoot piping flow pressure temperature and equipment performance issues.
- Perform preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance on facility utility systems.
- Support maintenance and repair activities on chillers cooling systems boilers and related equipment.
- Assist HVAC technicians with piping-related repairs on hundreds of HVAC units and associated hydronic systems.
- Read and interpret blueprints P&IDs mechanical drawings schematics and specifications.
- Conduct leak testing pressure testing flushing and commissioning of new piping installations.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders using CMMS software.
- Coordinate with facility engineers maintenance personnel contractors and operations teams to minimize downtime.
- Comply with all safety procedures lockout/tagout (LOTO) hot work permits confined space requirements and environmental regulations.
Qualifications
- Valid Pipefitter License or Journeyman Pipefitter Certification as required by state or local regulations.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum 5 years of industrial manufacturing commercial or facilities pipefitting experience.
- Experience working with:
- Steam systems
- Chilled water systems
- Process water systems
- Compressed air systems
- Industrial gas systems (nitrogen preferred)
- Proven experience soldering and brazing copper piping.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints isometric drawings and P&IDs.
- Strong troubleshooting and mechanical repair skills.
- Working knowledge of applicable plumbing mechanical and building codes.
- Proficient in the use of pipefitting tools threading equipment welding support tools and testing instruments.
- Ability to work in teams and prioritize multiple assignments.
Key Competencies
- Industrial pipefitting
- Soldering and brazing
- Steam systems
- Chilled water systems
- Hydronics
- HVAC support
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Piping fabrication
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
Manufacturing facility operations
Work Environment
Moving mechanical parts and high precarious places
Occasional exposure to:
- Fumes or airborne particles
- Toxic or caustic chemicals
- Risk of electrical shock and vibration
- Moderate to high noise levels
- Outdoor weather conditions (including extreme cold extreme heat).
The following safety equipment may be required: steel toecap shoes hearing protection hardhat eye protection and hair protection.
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EMCOR Group, Inc NYSE EME is a global leader in mechanical and electrical construction services, facilities services, energy infrastructure, sustainability and green building services for businesses, organizations, hospitals, education facilities and government