STS Staffing is working with an industry leader to fill immediate, direct-placement, position for a Pipefitter in Freeport, IL. You’ll lay out, assemble, install & maintain pipe systems, pipe supports & related hydraulic & pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, & industrial production and processing systems as required for new construction or maintenance, applying knowledge of system operation and following blueprints. This opportunity comes with great pay and benefits. Apply Now! Shift - 2nd shift 3pm - 11pm Pay - $35.09 Job Summary: • Primary function of this position is to lay out, assemble, install & maintain pipe systems, pipe supports & related hydraulic & pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, & industrial production and processing systems as required for new construction or maintenance, applying knowledge of system operation and following blueprints. • * Will receive instructions, blue prints & work orders for the job. Will set up working procedures & calculate dimensions and material requirements for piping. • * Plans & schedules machinery installation and repairs to avoid interfering with plant production. • * Follow lock out tag out procedures. • * Set up & operate various pipe cutting, bending & threading machinery. • * Install various types insulation & pipe coverings; removes and disposes of old coverings in line with the company hazardous waste procedures and EPA & OSHA requirements. • * Makes hydraulic pressure test of piping installations. • * Checks & adjusts controls, gauges, & valves. Inspects & maintains facility piping systems, heating, refrigeration, & air conditioning systems, water treatment & sewer systems and burners and heaters. • * Keeps up-to-date records of piping systems and controls in company layout manual. • * Posts records of safety checks and inspection dates of assigned equipment. Will perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • Must be able to read blueprints & piping schematics. • Must have welding experience. Education: High School Diploma and or general education (GED); and/or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that performs the essential functions of this position. 4-5 years’ apprenticeship that includes on-the-job training.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a pipefitter in Freeport, IL typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally span four to five years, involving extensive on-the-job training under seasoned professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550. The demand for pipefitters is robust, with a projected 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033. In Freeport, IL, pipefitters earn an average weekly wage of $1208.50, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually, making it a financially rewarding career path.
