West Techs Chill Water Specialist located in Abilene, TX has been serving the community since 2006. A commercial and industrial HVAC, and Comprehensive Solutions Company. We service all brands of chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, and all types of commercial / industrial HVAC equipment. We are currently looking for a Pipefitter / Welder to join our growing team! Come work for the top company in Abilene. We offer the best pay, benefits and tools. If you feel you're a "Top Pipe Fitter/Welder" at your current company and want more than what they can offer, come work for us! Position Summary: Lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, maintains and assists welders in preparation of piping Systems and industrial processing piping. Essential Job Functions: • Installation of various types of mechanical and HVAC equipment, piping systems, hydronic systems, etc. • Select type and size of pipe and related materials according to drawings and job specifications • Inspect worksites to determine presence of obstructions plans sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other crafts • Cut and bevel pipe using cutting torches, saws, threading machines and pipe cutting machine • Assemble and installs a variety of pie, fittings and valves • Prepare and fit pipe for welding by a certified pipe welder or join pipe and fittings by means of threaded, brazed or soldered joints • Secure pipe to structures with clamps, brackets or hangers • Cut penetrations in walls, ceilings or floors • Use, interpret and care for the tools and equipment commonly employed on an industrial project such as cutting torches, threading machines, grinder, beveling machines, round-up clamps, etc. • Fabricate, install, position, or connect components, parts, finished products, or instruments for testing purposes, including hydro-testing
See More Details >>West Techs Chill Water Specialist located in Abilene, TX has been serving the community since 2006. A commercial and industrial HVAC, and Comprehensive Solutions Company. We service all brands of chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, and all types of commercial / industrial HVAC equipment. We are currently looking for a Pipefitter / Welder to join our growing team! Come work for the top company in Abilene. We offer the best pay, benefits and tools. If you feel you're a "Top Pipe Fitter/Welder" at your current company and want more than what they can offer, come work for us! Position Summary: Lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, maintains and assists welders in preparation of piping Systems and industrial processing piping. Essential Job Functions: • Installation of various types of mechanical and HVAC equipment, piping systems, hydronic systems, etc. • Select type and size of pipe and related materials according to drawings and job specifications • Inspect worksites to determine presence of obstructions plans sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other crafts • Cut and bevel pipe using cutting torches, saws, threading machines and pipe cutting machine • Assemble and installs a variety of pie, fittings and valves • Prepare and fit pipe for welding by a certified pipe welder or join pipe and fittings by means of threaded, brazed or soldered joints • Secure pipe to structures with clamps, brackets or hangers • Cut penetrations in walls, ceilings or floors • Use, interpret and care for the tools and equipment commonly employed on an industrial project such as cutting torches, threading machines, grinder, beveling machines, round-up clamps, etc. • Fabricate, install, position, or connect components, parts, finished products, or instruments for testing purposes, including hydro-testing
See More Details >>Job Overview Pipefitters play a vital role in the construction and maintenance of piping systems. They are responsible for laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining piping and piping systems and supports. This includes carbon steel, stainless steel, chrome, and PVC systems as well as directing and training pipefitter helpers to perform the same. Skill Requirements The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of safety procedures and be able to identify power tools, hand tools, and other equipment. They must also be able to make measurements to the 1/16
See More Details >>Becoming a pipefitter in Abilene, TX typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience and classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 1818 pipefitters in Abilene, TX, with an average weekly wage of $924.17. The employment outlook is positive, with a projected 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring pipefitters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $100,000 annually for experienced professionals.
