Pipefitter Temp

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, fits and assembles structural frameworks and housings from materials, such as angle iron, I-beams, and plate steel, using hand tools and welding equipment and following blueprint specifications.

Essential Functions:

• Examines blueprints and materials list to obtain parts specifications
• Tack-welds scrap metal to outline to provide jig for assembly
• Position parts in jig and files, chisels, and grinds parts, as indicated, to fit them together
• Builds skids for rented industrial compressors and blowers

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• May heat parts with acetylene torch and bend them in vice, on anvil or around stakes mounted in table
• Periodically compares dimensions of assembly to blueprint specifications, using square, rule and calipers
• May anneal parts with acetylene torch to remove stresses of welding

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated skills to include, yet not limited to: equipment selection, equipment maintenance, operation monitoring, quality control analysis, active listening, and reading comprehension
• Ability to demonstrate arm-hand steadiness, manual dexterity, trunk strength, finger dexterity, problem sensitivity and performance of general physical activities
• Work styles should demonstrate consistency and effectiveness with attention to detail, dependability, cooperation, self-control, persistence and initiative

Training/Education and/or Special Qualifications:

• An appropriate mix of education and experience which would allow the employee to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above; and at least 2 years of experience directly related to the essential functions as specified.

Physical Requirements and/or Working Environment:

• Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises.
• Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 60%) of job.
• Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.