Structural Fitter

Located in Keithville, LA

Salary: 20.00

Pipe Fitter Overview:

Mig welders with 5 yr experience. Welders with fitting and fabrication experience a plus. Fitting means that they are able to put together the parts before welding. 

A Pipe Fitter, or Pipefitter, installs and manages the upkeep of various pipe equipment and systems. Their main duties include reviewing plumbing system blueprints, fixing pipe and plumbing systems and ensuring pipes meet the proper specifications.

Pipe Fitter Duties & Responsibilities:

• Inspecting and repairing pipes running to related equipment, such as radiators and HVAC units
• Providing estimates on the cost of parts and labor
• Able to read blueprints and schematics
• Welding test is performed prior to placement
• Making recommendations about necessary repairs or changes to plumbing systems
• Meeting with clients and/or customers to determine their plumbing needs
• Physical and drug test will also be conducted

Pipe Fitter Skills & Qualifications:

Pipe Fitters must possess a wide range of technical skills related to their profession. For example, they must be familiar with all the tools needed to assemble, fit and repair pipes and their associated plumbing systems. Pipe Fitters need welding experience and must be able to customize piping systems to meet a customer’s needs. They must have experience with all components of piping systems, including brackets, clamps and hangers. Other important skills and qualifications for Pipe Fitters include:

• Customer service skills, as Pipe Fitters must communicate with clients or customers on a daily basis
• Technical skills to do their job accurately, including math and science skills
• Physical capabilities, as Pipe Fitters work in a physically demanding field and must be able to fit into tight spaces

 

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