Summary: Pipe fitter lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems, pipe supports, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial production and processing systems by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Has practical knowledge of Regulatory Compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations, CSE, Inc. Rules and Regulations and Site-Specific Rules and Regulations; works within current regulations • Provide excellent customer service, answering questions in a cordial and professional manner • Cut and bevel carbon steel and stainless for proper weld joint. • Cut and thread pipe for thread joint connections. • Use saws and cutting torches to craft proper pipe specs • Secure piping and install hanger systems. • Repair and maintain pipe systems and components • Resolve problems such as changing drawings, relocations, obstacle interference, etc. Supervisory Responsibilities: Must be able to properly install piping systems level, straight, and plum. Must be able to read and interpret pipe drawings and sketches. While working, may be required to oversee crew of 2-3 workers and will be held responsible for completion and quality of work. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience:Two or more years related experience and/or training. Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as length, angle, degree turns, take outs for different size pipe 45s and 90s, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply basic math skills for fittings, take offs, and pipe runs. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Other Skills and Abilities: This position requires the use of emotional control and the ability to sustain attention. Other Qualifications: Must be able to travel. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. CSE offers competitive wages, vacation/personal time, medical, dental, vision, and other competitive benefits, including a 401k plan. INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS Job descriptions assist organizations in ensuring that the hiring process is fairly administered and that qualified employees are selected. They are also essential to an effective appraisal system and related promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination decisions. Well-constructed job descriptions are an integral part of any effective compensation system. All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.
See More Details >>Job Title: Pipe Fitter Reports to: Area Manger or Director of Technical Operation FLSA Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime) Position Purpose: The primary purpose of the Pipe Fitter is to be responsible for working on HVAC systems. You will be installing, assembling, fabricating, maintaining, and repairing closed loop piping systems. The job typically requires working in industrial, commercial, and sometimes residential environments. The job also entails regularly working alongside the HVAC Mechanical Service Team. Hoffman Mechanical Solutions, Inc. is a company focused on being #1 in the HVAC industry in providing the most innovative HVAC solutions through superior design and customer service. Employment at Will: Nothing herein is intended to create a contract of employment or to guarantee employment for a definite duration. Pipe Fitter Duties and Responsibilities: • Pipe Installation and Assembly: • Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipes to required specifications. • Install pipes, valves, fittings, and other components according to blueprints and layout specifications. • Secure pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures using brackets, clamps, and tools. • Maintenance and Repair: • Inspect, test, and maintain piping systems to ensure proper functioning. • Detect leaks or obstructions and repair or replace faulty components. • Perform regular system check-ups to ensure pipes are free from rust, blockages, or damages. • Reading Blueprints and Schematics: • Interpret construction blueprints, schematics, and diagrams to layout pipe systems. • Ensure adherence to local building and safety codes, as well as project specifications. • Welding and Soldering: • Use welding, brazing, soldering, or cementing methods to join pipes and components. • Work with different materials, including steel, copper, plastic, and alloy piping. • Safety Compliance: • Follow safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). • Identify and mitigate potential hazards in the workplace. • Tools and Equipment: • Operate specialized tools such as pipe threaders, cutters, bending machines, and welding equipment. • Maintain and care for tools and equipment to ensure they are in good working condition. Education/Knowledge/Experience/Critical Skills Required • Proficient in reading and interpreting technical documents and blueprints. • Strong knowledge of different piping systems and materials (steel, copper, PVC, etc.). • Familiarity with various hand and power tools. • Good manual dexterity and attention to detail. • Ability to work independently or as part of a team • High school diploma or equivalent. • Certification or apprenticeship in pipe fitting or a related field is typically required. • Experience with welding and soldering is often preferred. • Operational knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software preferred. • Ability to read, comprehend, and write simple instructions and short correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole number, common fractions, and decimals. • Must pass pre-hire requirements including background check, motor vehicle report, and drug screening. • Must possess valid drivers’ license. Physical Demand Requirements • In order to properly perform the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, hear and use hands/fingers in order to grasp/handle/feel. The employee frequently is required to walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb up and down ladders and/or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. This position requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. • This position requires frequent working outdoors, inside mechanical/equipment rooms, regularly being exposed to extreme inside/outside weather conditions to include extreme hot and/or extreme cold. This position is regularly exposed to live voltage, moving mechanical parts, and heavy equipment. Frequent exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, elevated and/or precarious workplaces, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock and vibration. Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is typically loud. • Standing: Frequently • Walking: Frequently • Sitting: Occasionally • Stooping: Frequently • Handling/Fingering: Frequently • Climbing: Frequently • Bending: Frequently • Pushing/Pulling 12 lbs. or less: Frequently • Lifting/Carrying 10 lbs. or less: Frequently • Lifting/Carrying 11-50 lbs.: Frequently • Lifting/Carrying 51-75 lbs.: Occasionally • Reaching Outward: Frequently • Reaching Above Shoulder: Frequently • Squatting/Kneeling: Frequently • Driving: Frequently We are 100% employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This is a retirement benefit for our employees that is wholly paid for by the company in addition to 401(k) options for employee contributions. There are approximately 7,000 ESOPs in the United States, governed by the IRS and the U.S. Department of Labor. Research indicates that ESOP companies tend to grow faster in sales and employment. ESOP employees tend to have 2.2 times as much in retirement savings as employees in traditional companies. This job description is intended to provide information regarding the essential functions and basic duties of this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and duties that could be assigned. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by management as it deems appropriate. This document does not constitute a contract and is subject to change at the discretion of Hoffman Mechanical Solutions, Inc. EOE/ Vets/Disabled
See More Details >>Job Title: Steamfitter Local Company Great Benefits Job Description We are seeking an experienced Pipefitter with over 5 years of experience in steam fitting, pipefitting, or industrial mechanical work. The ideal candidate will have proficiency with steam traps, piping systems, and plumbing tools. This position involves working on the installation, assembly, and maintenance of piping systems, including steam systems, as part of a large-scale project. Responsibilities • Install, assemble, and maintain piping systems, including steam systems. • Understand and interpret blueprints and technical drawings. • Perform duct work and ensure proper installation. • Troubleshoot and repair piping systems. • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards. • Work flexibly across different locations as needed. Essential Skills • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a pipefitter (5+ years preferred). • Strong experience in steam systems and mechanical systems. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings. • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Strong communication and teamwork skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Experience in fabrication, brazing, and welding. • Proficiency in installation and maintenance of HVAC systems. • Understanding of schematic and blueprint reading. Why Work Here? Join a reputable provider of mechanical construction services, specializing in HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems for a diverse clientele. Enjoy competitive pay with opportunities for growth, a company-provided vehicle, and a supportive team environment. Benefit from health, vision, and dental insurance, as well as a 401k plan, ESAP, and PTO. Embrace a strong emphasis on safety and professional development. Work Environment Work Monday through Friday, 7am to 3:30pm, with potential variations depending on the project. The role is based at Virginia Tech and with carpooling options available from Park and Ride in Salem, VA. Work in both indoor and outdoor climates, with a commitment to bringing employees home each night. Required PPE includes a hard hat, safety vest, and steel-toed boots. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Blacksburg, Virginia. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Roanoke,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2025. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a pipefitter in Roanoke, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship that blends hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally span four to five years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a projected 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. In Roanoke, the average weekly wage for pipefitters is $663.27, with experienced professionals often earning over $108,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and industry platforms facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with strong earning potential.
