Description: Description: Intermediate skill level in all pipefitting duties. Lays out, installs, and maintains ships' piping systems, such as steam heat and power, hot water, hydraulic, air pressure, and oil lines, following blueprints, and using handtools and shop machines: Plans layout of pipe sections, allowing for conformance to specifications, holes, and obstructions. Cuts and bores holes in bulkheads and decks for installation of pipes. Operates shop machines to cut and thread pipe and pipe fittings, such as valves, traps, and thermostats. Packs pipe with sand to avoid contortion of pipe and bends pipe to specified shape on pipe-bending fixture. Bolts or welds pipe brackets to support pipe systems. Connects pipes to fixtures, such as radiators, laundry, and galley equipment, pumps, and tanks, using wrench, and solders joints to seal connections, using hand torch. Repairs, packs, and adjusts valves. Tests installed systems for leaks and to ensure that system meets specifications, using hydrostatic and other pressure test equipment. Has a working knowledge of blueprints and specifications. Supervision: Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. Education: May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Requirements: LIFTING REQUIREMENTS: 50 pounds PUSHING/PULLING REQUIREMENTS: 50 pounds w/assist SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: Hard hat, in required areas, safety shoes and safety glasses PI5c09796f9bde-30137-38355094
See More Details >>Position: Pipefitter Salary: Competitive Salary and Compensation Location: CHARLESTON, SC – Cullum Mechanical Cullum Mechanical is now hiring a qualified, motivated, and reliable Pipefitter to join our Charleston team. Previous commercial or industrial pipe fitting experience is required. Job purpose: Lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems, fixtures, and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems. Duties and responsibilities: • Selects type and size of pipe and related materials according to job specifications. • Inspects worksites to determine presence of obstructions and to ascertain that holes will not cause structural weakness. • Plans sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other construction workers. • Cuts pipe, using hacksaw, pipe cutters, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and pipe cutting machine. • Threads pipe, using threading machine, ends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending machine. • Assembles and installs variety of metal and nonmetal pipe and pipe fittings, including those made of brass, copper, lead, glass, and plastic. • Joins piping by means of threaded, calked, wiped, soldered, brazed, fused or cemented joints. • Secures pipes to structure with clamps, brackets, and hangers, using handtools. • Installs and maintains refrigeration and air-conditioning systems including compressors, pumps, meters, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping. • Tests piping system for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks. • May weld holding fixtures to structural steel members. Requirements: • Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy. • Make decisions based on measurable criteria. • Visualize objects in three-dimensions from plans and drawings. • Work easily and skillfully with hands. • Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. • See well (either naturally or with correction) • Climb and maintain balance on high ladders and scaffolds. • Stand, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Benefits: • Paid Time Off • Holiday Pay • 401k Retirement Plan • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Life Insurance • Long Term Disability Insurance • Short Term Disability Insurance • Flexible Spending Account • Health Savings Account Apply Today: Take pride in your craft and work with a company that values your experience. If you’re ready to bring your skills to a dedicated team, apply now.
See More Details >>As a Pipefitter with People Ready Skilled Trades, you’ll support a large network of industrial contractors in Charleston, SC. In this role, you’ll earn $24-$30 an hour and enjoy weekly pay, health insurance benefits, and a flexible work schedule. Plus, the more hours you work, the more meaningful prizes you can unlock with Respect the Craft — our recognition program specially designed to help tradespeople grow and thrive in their careers.Whether new to the trades or a seasoned pro, take charge of your career with PeopleReady Skilled Trades. Interested?Apply today! (The project will kick off in Early/mid-July)Travel Pay or Per Diem not currently availableResponsibilitiesAbility to work 5- 10's with possible weekend work as needed for the project's critical needs.Installing Pipe for various Industrial UsesLift Experience & similar certification is a plusCutting, threading, or hammering pipes using various power and hand toolsMeasuring and marking pipes for cutting or threadingCutting or boring holes in structuresInterpreting layouts while studying blueprints and following relevant codesTroubleshooting problemsInspecting, examining, or testing installed systems or pipelinesBolting & unbolting flanges while ensuring proper placement & fitUsing various tools to connect & repair systems
See More Details >>Becoming a pipefitter in North Charleston, SC, typically begins with an apprenticeship that combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550, translating to about $1,183 per week. In North Charleston, SC, pipefitters earn an average of $1,200 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $1,260 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring pipefitters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
