Pipefitter

We are a full-service mechanical contractor providing customers in the commercial, residential, and industrial sectors with innovative, energy-efficient heating and air conditioning services, automation and controls, industrial piping, new construction design and installation, and maintenance and replacement services.

Newcomb and Company

 

This role involves installing and assembling commercial mechanical piping systems based on blueprints, including chillers, boilers, pumps, cooling towers, and rooftop units. Responsibilities include laying out pipe systems, securing fittings and valves, performing pressure and hydrostatic tests, coordinating materials and equipment, supervising helpers, and maintaining tools and safety standards. Candidates must be skilled in welding, soldering, and threading, familiar with hand and power tools, and capable of working in physically demanding environments such as elevated platforms, tight spaces, and varying weather conditions. Forklift operation and heavy equipment use may be required, along with adherence to company policies, safety protocols, and accurate timekeeping.

 

 

• Lay out of pipe systems, supports or related equipment according to blueprints.
• Installation of commercial mechanical systems to include but not limited to cooling towers, chillers, boilers, pumps, packaged rooftop equipment, and split system equipment.
• Assemble or secure pipes (1/2” to 10” in size), fittings, accessories (valves, gauges, etc.), or related equipment according to project specifications by welding, brazing, soldering or threading joints.
• Inspect or test installed systems using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing or other methods.
• Cut or bore holes in structures prior to pipe installation using hand or power tools.
• Load and unload tools and material.
• Setup of equipment at beginning of shift and breakdown at end of shift.
• Utilize blueprints and drawings to plan layout and procedure.
• Compile lists of material and equipment needed for project.
• Coordinate material orders and deliveries with company warehouse and construction managers.
• Coordinate tool, lift, and crane rentals as necessary for project.
• Maintain assigned tools and issued safety equipment.
• Maintain daily communication with your direct supervisor and department manager. Take direction from construction manager, project foreman, and/or lead pipefitter.
• Coordinate project inspections with construction manager.
• Supervise and support helpers on projects as required.
• Complete as-built drawings at end of projects.
• Enter time worked daily and submit timesheet weekly.
• Follow all policies as outlined in the company handbook and safety documentation.
• Monitor jobsite to ensure a safe work environment and report any safety violations to safety supervisor.
• Overtime or varied shift work hours may be required.

• Ability to fit, solder, weld and layout piping systems.
• Previous experience installing mechanical systems required.
• Previous use of electrical and manual tools required (e.g. saws, squares, calipers, hammer type drills, etc.)
• Experience with properly handling suspended loads.

• Tool Requirements: basic hand tools (e.g. cordless drill, hammer, screwdrivers, tape measure, crescent wrench, channel locks, torpedo level, etc).
• General Requirements: ability to operate a forklift or other heavy equipment pending proper equipment certification provided by company. Company vehicle use will be subject to motor vehicle report and authorization.

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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