Pipefitter - Field

Description

Reports To

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Service Manager

Position Summary

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The HVAC Service Pipefitter/Welder is responsible for the installation, fabrication, assembly, modification, repair, and maintenance of commercial and industrial HVAC piping systems. This role performs pipefitting, welding, brazing, soldering, and mechanical service work on chilled water, hot water, condenser water, steam, condensate, refrigerant, gas, and process piping systems. The technician works independently and with service teams to safely diagnose issues, execute repairs, and deliver high-quality workmanship that exceeds customer expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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Pipefitting and Fabrication

• Install, fabricate, assemble, modify, and repair commercial HVAC piping systems.
• Install chilled water, hot water, steam, condensate, refrigerant, gas, condenser water, and process piping systems.
• Fabricate and assemble piping using carbon steel, copper, stainless steel, PVC, and CPVC.
• Cut, thread, groove, braze, solder, weld, and assemble pipe and fittings.
• Install pipe supports, hangers, anchors, vibration isolation, valves, strainers, pumps, coils, and related equipment.
• Verify measurements, elevations, slopes, clearances, and layout requirements.

Service and Repair

• Diagnose piping failures, leaks, equipment issues, and system deficiencies.
• Perform piping repairs, modifications, tie-ins, shutdowns, and equipment replacements.
• Replace valves, fittings, and damaged pipe sections.
• Troubleshoot flow, pressure, temperature, and system performance issues.
• Support HVAC service technicians during major repairs and equipment replacements.

Testing and Commissioning

• Perform hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing.
• Inspect work for leaks, alignment, support, and code compliance.
• Assist with flushing, cleaning, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Veri...