Journeyman Pipefitter

Trefz Mechanical • Full-time • Lansdale, Pennsylvania, United States • $35 - $45 / hour • 1d ago

Job Summary

Pipefitter must be capable and responsible for reading prints and shop drawings, layout, material orders, and being able to run work on their own under the guidance of a Forman and an apprentice working with them. Fitter would need to be proficient with layout, fit up, and installation for copper press, brazed copper systems (including with nitrogen purge), soldering, pvc, Victaulic, and welded steel systems (fitting and tacking only – welding would be by a welder).

Essential Job Functions

· Reading mechanical drawings and having an understanding and ability to interpret other trade drawings such as architectural, structural, and electrical as needed for coordination.

· Fabricating and installing systems in accordance with drawings and coordinating work with other trades.

· Proficient in fabrication and installation of mechanical systems.

· Proficient in tack welding piping and structural support elements

· Identify conflicts and provide recommended solutions.

· In depth knowledge of systems, staying on top of material, and providing material lists as necessary to stay ahead of the work.

· Inspect workplace, clear obstructions, prepare materials and equipment.

· Receiving and unloading material and equipment deliveries.

· Proficient in rigging and material handling practices.

· Understanding code requirements as it relates to installation, testing, and roughens.

· Working efficiently and in harmony with other journeyman and apprentices

· Accurately and efficiently following direction from the foreman and providing direction apprentices

· Tracking and reporting work progress to the foreman.

· Working in accordance with safe practices and identifying any safety hazards.

· All other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

· Adaptability & Accountability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, open to criticism and feedback, changes approach or method to best fit the situation, and takes responsibility for own actions.

· Analytical Skills: Synthesizes complex or diverse information, prioritizes projects, and determines best way of meeting deadlines and requirements.

· Attendance & Punctuality: Schedules time off in advance, begins working on time, keeps absences within guidelines, ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent, and arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

· Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English and take direction from supervisors. Expresses ideas and thoughts both verbally and in written form, exhibits good listening skills and comprehension, responds well to questions, and writes clearly and informatively.

· Decision Making: Making sound judgements and decisions based on available information.

· Delegation and Empowerment: Trusting team members and providing opportunities to grow and take ownership. Identifying key personnel and putting them in the best position for success.

· Independence of Action: Sets goals and determines how to accomplish defined results with some guidelines. Follows precedents and procedures. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations.

· Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions timely, exhibits sound and accurate judgment, supports and explains reasoning for decisions, includes appropriate people in decision-making process, and takes responsibility for communication including what is heard.

· Listening skills: actively engaging with the speaker, understanding their message, and responding appropriately.

· Organization: Maintains clean, functional workspace, continuous workflow to meet daily/weekly/monthly deadlines.

· Safety: Attends required safety meetings, follows the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP)/Safety Plan and reports unsafe conditions, keeps workspace in safe condition.

· Teamwork / Morale: Treats others with professionalism, gives and welcomes feedback, inspires the trust of others, displays a solution-driven mindset, offers assistance and support to co-workers consistent with this role, works cooperatively and collaboratively in group situations. Engages consistently in professional behavior.

· Time Management: Organization, prioritization, scheduling, completing, and tracking tasks effectively.

· Willingness to learn: a proactive and enthusiastic approach to acquiring new knowledge and skills, both personally and professionally.

Other Duties

· Attend staff, departmental, and other required meetings and trainings.

· Travel to client or prospect locations.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience, and Education

· High school diploma or GED.

· Completion of trade school/apprenticeship.

· 2+ years’ experience in commercial and residential plumbing.

· Valid Driver’s license.

Computer and Equipment Skills