Full job description Position: Industrial Pipefitter Location: Cheyenne, WY Compensation: $32-$36 per hour Per Diem: $100 per day per diem Duties: • Install and assemble piping systems according to blueprints and specifications • Cut, thread, and bend pipes using hand tools and power tools • Weld pipes using various techniques such as FCAW and soldering • Test piping systems for leaks and ensure proper functionality • Maintain and repair existing piping systems as needed • Collaborate with other team members to complete projects on time and within budget • Follow safety protocols and adhere to industry regulations Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Pipefitter or similar role • Proficient in basic math calculations • Strong knowledge of pipefitting techniques and equipment • Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail • Physical stamina to perform tasks that require lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record Job Type: Full-time Pay: $32.00 - $36.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday • Overtime
See More Details >>The Journeyman Pipefitter is a key contributor to our field operations, performing critical work that ensures mechanical systems are built to last. From reading isometric drawings and setting pipe runs to welding, rigging, and system testing, this role demands precision, skill, and a strong understanding of complex piping systems. Working alongside seasoned leaders and trusted teammates, you’ll continue to grow your expertise in industrial and commercial systems while making a visible impact on major projects. Whether you're pursuing leadership or aiming to become a technical authority in your trade, this position is a stepping stone toward long-term career success. Journeyman Pipefitters are respected for their deep knowledge, accuracy, and dedication to quality. Their work ensures systems operate safely and efficiently, making them indispensable to project timelines and performance in the field. RK Overview RK Industries (RK) is a second-generation family-owned business built on hard work and strong values. Led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning, we take pride in delivering a wide range of hands-on services including construction, manufacturing, custom fabrication, and building services. With seven specialized business units working in close coordination, we ensure every job is done right from start to finish. Our proven methods, focus on safety, and commitment to quality help bring our customers’ biggest ideas to life. Position Summary Performs the full range of Journeyman or Master Journeyman level duties for Plumbing, Piping, Sheet Metal, Electrical, Ironworking, and Welding in the construction, finishing, repair, etc. of buildings. Role Responsibilities • Perform trade-specific tasks on a construction site. • Oversee the productivity of crew. • Ensure schedules and deadlines are met. • Perform some layout activities. • Perform some material takeoffs as necessary. • Trade-related material, tool, and equipment requisitions. • Perform planned maintenance tasks as assigned. • Perform equipment start-up with associated documentation. • Perform quality control inspections. • Technical troubleshooting and diagnostics when needed. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications • High school degree or GED preferred or equivalent combination of skills and experience. • Journeyman or Master License required. • Good physical condition and ability to stand for extended periods of time. • Good dexterity and eye-hand coordination. • Aptitude for technical problem-solving. • Familiarity with building codes and current laws/regulations. • Ability to maintain clean and orderly tools/work area. • Good communication skills both verbal and written. • Expert knowledge of trade tools, equipment, and materials. • Keen eye for detail. Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability • Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas. • Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations. • Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch. • Work in all types of weather. • Ability to lift, move, and/or carry 50 lbs. What Sets RK Industries Apart Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the pipefitting trade in Cheyenne, WY, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships span approximately four to five years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a projected 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033. In Cheyenne, the average weekly wage for pipefitters is $1,094, with experienced professionals earning over $11,000 annually. Trade schools, apprenticeship programs, and unions provide pathways to this lucrative career, offering strong earning potential and job stability.
