Industrial Pipefitter/Welder

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Pipefitter / Welder with a strong background in manufacturing and industrial process piping. The ideal candidate is comfortable laying out, fitting, installing, modifying, and repairing piping systems using a broad range of materials and joining methods. This is not a commercial plumbing position; we need someone who understands machine/process piping and can work independently as part of a multi-trade industrial installation crew.

Key Responsibilities

• Lay out, fabricate, install, modify, and repair industrial process and utility piping from drawings, isometrics, P&IDs, field measurements, and project requirements.
• Work with PVC, CPVC, copper, galvanized, stainless steel, black steel, and other industrial piping materials.
• Perform ProPress, MegaPress, Victaulic/grooved, threaded, soldered/brazed, and welded joining methods as required by the system and job scope.
• Fit and weld carbon and stainless piping and components using appropriate MIG, TIG, and/or Stick processes based on demonstrated skill and project requirements.
• Install process water, chilled water, compressed air, hydraulic, gas, steam, chemical, drain, and machine utility piping systems as applicable.
• Install valves, regulators, strainers, supports, hangers, instrumentation connections, and equipment tie-ins.
• Measure, cut, prep, fit, and assemble piping accurately; verify routing, slope, clearances, supports, and conformance with drawings and specifications.
• Pressure-test, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair installed systems; identify and correct leaks, fit-up issues, and system deficiencies.
• Operate forklifts, hoists, lifts, and other material-handling equipment as qualified; work at height and in active industrial environments.
• Coordinate closely with plumbers, millwrights, electricians, controls technicians, and project leadership on integrated machine installation and relocation projects.
• Maintain strict compliance with jobsite safety requirements, LOTO, confined-space procedures, hotwork requirements, and company policies.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on industrial pipefitting experience in manufacturing, process, or heavyindustrial environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lay out and install piping systems from prints, isometrics, P&IDs, and field measurements.
• Working proficiency with multiple pipe materials including PVC/CPVC, copper, galvanized, stainless steel, and black steel.
• Experience with several joining methods such as ProPress, MegaPress, Victaulic/grooved, threaded, soldered/brazed, and welded systems.
• Demonstrated welding and pipe-fit-up capability appropriate to industrial installation work.
• Ability to troubleshoot piping systems and perform pressure testing, inspection, modification, and repair.
• Ability to work extended shifts, at height, and in industrial environments; able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel, including overnight and weekend assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Confined Space Entry certification.
• AWS or other relevant welding certification, or demonstrated TIG/Stick pipe-welding proficiency.
• Experience with machine/process piping, plant relocations, utility tie-ins, wastewater, chillers, or chemical/process systems.
• Forklift, aerial lift, or rigging training.

Why Teknikor?

• Predictable travel rotations: Typical out-of-state assignments are 11-day rotations, with occasional 18-day trips. Extended periods on the road are uncommon.
• Portal-to-portal pay: Required travel time is compensated. When you leave home, the hotel, or the shop for the job, you are on the clock, including return travel.
• Company-paid travel: Teknikor covers required airfare, ground transportation, and hotel expenses.
• Private hotel rooms: Traveling employees receive their own hotel room; room sharing is not required.
• Daily per diem: Traveling employees receive a daily per diem for meals and incidentals.
• Vacation pay: Teknikor's vacation-pay program includes an annual lump-sum payment calculated from eligible prior-year compensation, including regular and overtime earnings, under the company plan.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Contribution
• Annual Bonus / Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays and company vacation / time-off benefits
• Training and advancement opportunities within a growing industrial contracting organization