Pipefitter Leader

Location: Madison Heights, MI

Compensation: Hourly - $32.00 - $36.00

Summary: Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for water, heating, cooling, lubricating, and industrial production, and processing systems

Essential Functions:

• Plan and execute projects with project teams from a pipefitting perspective

• Cut and thread pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe threaders and benders

• Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints

• Attach pipes to walls, fencing, structures and fixtures, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment

• Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipe lines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods

• Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment, following blueprints

• Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair according to specifications

• Select pipe sizes and types and related materials, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications

• Willingness to learn more areas of the company in regards to Build, Pipe, Machining, etc.

• Other functions as may be directed by Management

Qualifications/Skills:

• 3-5 years' experience in machine tool pipe fitting

• Demonstrated ability to lead jobs

• Experience in machine tool build, preferably in BIW welding and assembly systems and setting equipment.

• Must be able to travel and work overtime when required.

Working Conditions:

• May be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, airborne particles, and occasionally chemical fumes.

• The noise level within the manufacturing floor may be faint to moderate, and occasionally loud.

• Eyewear is mandatory while in the manufacturing area.

• Safety shoes such as hard soled shoes are to be worn in the manufacturing area.

• Must be able to work overtime when required as job permits. 

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time if necessary.

• Typically sits for extended periods of time at a computer.

• Must be able to bend, and lift objects up to 35 pounds if 

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