Pipefitter/Welder

Job Overview

The primary purpose of this job is to lead a 2-man (or more) crew and perform pipe fitting for the purpose of repair and new installation of sanitary process piping systems and other applications as required (field and shop).

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Job Duties

• Review job with Project Engineer/ Manager. Communicate with Engineer/Manager as needed to resolve daily questions that arise and to address any material shortages.
• Take all necessary measurements to fit pipe according to plan. Cut and arrange pipe and fittings to provide to welder for welding. Install pipe after being welded.
• Act as M. G. Newell representative on job when Project Manager/Engineer is not available.
• Perform welding (tig (GTAW)) for new installations of process piping systems using pre-engineered drawings. Welding must be to sanitary 3A standards.
• Perform welding (tig (GTAW)) for repair of process piping systems as directed. Welding must be to sanitary 3A standards.
• Repair leaks, replacing lines, etc.
• Rebuild mechanical equipment
• Set up welding machines and other equipment as necessary at job site.
• Produce sanitary type welds, grind and polish as required.
• Assist in setting and installing equipment.
• May perform mechanical repairs and new equipment startup on process piping systems.
• Attend vendor schools to become proficient in equipment repairs.
• Fabricate special orders per shop work order and/or drawings
• Maintain welding machine, hand tools, and power tools
• Complete reports and paperwork as needed
• Assist in completing field service reports
• May respond to emergency repair calls at customer location when necessary. This may be during non-normal working hours.
• Physical Requirements include climbing ladders, accessing confined spaces, using...