What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipefitter Pipe Welder position at VIRGINIA RIGGERS INC?
Virginia Riggers, Inc. (VRI), an industrial contractor established in 1994, is looking for an experienced Pipe Fitter. Based in Winchester, VA, VRI is a VOSB; family owned and operated, and we see our employees and customers as an extension of our family.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Experience fabricating and installing piping in active industrial production facilities is required.
- Experience working with butt weld and socket weld carbon steel and stainless-steel systems, up to and including 8” diameter steel pipe.
- Ability to interpret plan view and elevation view drawings to understand the project.
- Understand drawings and can coordinate installation of valves and instruments as shown on the drawings.
- Ability to generate isometric drawings for fabrication in a shop environment for installation in the field. This includes proper take-offs and cut lengths, generated from field measurements, plan view drawings.
- Ability to field route piping where appropriate and required by the client.
- Working with welded, threaded, carbon, and stainless steel.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
- Recognize potential safety risks and strictly enforce safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Keep project managers updated on the progress of the job, highlighting milestones, and flagging any issues or incidents that may impact the timeline.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5 Years previous construction experience, preferably as a Mechanical Contractor or Prime Contractor in an industrial environment.
- Understanding of plans, specifications.
- Self-Starter – Ability to work alone on a project, and as part of a team.
- Effective verbal communication skills.
- Reliable transportation with active driver’s license
- Overtime will be required, shiftwork, holiday and weekend work may be required.
- Must pass a drug test
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please provide your salary requirements.
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person