Pipefitter

Work site environment

• At heights
• Confined spaces
• Wet/damp
• Noisy

Work setting

• Industrial

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Connect piping systems to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment
• Install clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping system and sprinkler and fire protection equipment, using hand and power tools
• Installs valves, alarms and associated equipment
• Join pipes and piping sections using soldering and welding equipment
• Select, measure, cut, ream and thread pipe, install sprinkler heads and mount prepared pipe in supports
• Clean and maintain pipe units and fittings and flush system
• Install supports, valves, piping and control systems
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
• Select type and size of pipe required
• Weld, braze, cement, solder and thread joints to join pipes and fabricate sections of piping system

Additional information

Security and safety

• Drug test
• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits