Plumber / Pipefitter

1068 Trout Run Road, Saint Marys PA

Description

Abbott Furnace Company, a leader in industrial furnaces, located in St. Marys, PA currently has an opening for an experienced and reliable industrial plumber/pipefitter. The pipefitter will be responsible for reviewing blueprints, planning, installing, and maintaining piping systems and related equipment. To be successful as a pipe fitter you should have ample experience in welding and installing pipe systems according to specifications. Ultimately, a top pipe fitter has excellent mechanical skills and a good understanding of the requirements and precautions necessary for working with pipes conveying dangerous chemicals and liquids. Responsibilities: - Inspecting the workplace, clearing obstructions, and preparing materials and equipment. - Studying blueprints and planning pipe systems and related equipment installations. - Using a variety of tools to modify pipes to specifications. - Measuring and marking pipes for cutting and threading. - Assembling and welding pipe components and systems. - Securing pipes to walls and fixtures with brackets, clamps, and welding equipment. - Ordering required materials such as pipes, hangars, brackets, hydraulic cylinders, etc. - Repairing and maintaining pipe systems, supports, and related equipment. - Clearing pipe systems of obstructions and testing their functionality. - Complying with relevant codes and regulatory standards. Requirements: - High school diploma/GED. - Trade school education or apprenticeship. - Meet state licensure requirements. - Proven experience as a Pipe Fitter. - Excellent mechanical and troubleshooting skills. - Ability to prioritize and maintain strong attention to detail. - Good communication skills. - Physical dexterity. Abbott offers a competitive wage and benefit package including paid vacation, medical and eye insurance, paid holidays, and 401K retirement. Abbott also offers a family-friendly work schedule of 8-hour shifts, Monday-Friday.