Job Title: Pipefitter Journeyman ($42.16/hour) Compensation The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At ND Paper, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. About Us ND Paper, a leading paper product manufacturer in the US with approx. $1 billion annual sales, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited, the largest containerboard producer in China and Asia, with $10 billion annual sales. We are an environmentally friendly company that manufactures various types of high-quality pulp, paper and paper-based packaging materials. Our mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron Wisconsin are integrated paper & pulp facilities, and our mill in Fairmont, West Virginia is one of only three in the world that produces air-dried, recycled pulp. Our fourth mill in Old Town, ME produces softwood kraft pulp. We are proud of our 1400 dedicated employees, who together produce more than 1.2 million short tons of pulp & paper annually. Job Responsibilities • Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work • Trains apprentices as required. • Repairs, maintains, and installs complex piping systems and related equipment. • Locates, trouble shoots, determines, and repairs malfunctions of hydraulic, pneumatic and hydronic systems as required. • Installs, maintains and troubleshoots low and high pressure steam and condensate systems. • Assembles and disassembles metal and nonmetal pipe and related equipment as required. • Installs and maintains refrigeration units and air conditioners as required. • Performs plumbing work as allowed by regulations. • Performs general housekeeping duties and other duties as assigned by supervision. • Perform heating, cutting & welding in accordance with the contract. On-the-job Requirements • Must lift 50-100 lbs. regularly, e.g., chainblocks, valves, chlorine tanks, pipes, etc. • Must do considerable amount of bending, stooping, reaching, turning, and twisting. • Must climb and work in high places, e.g., from 8’ - 120’ elevated lifts, ladders, scissors lift, aerial boom lifts, water tower, dams, etc. • Must work in confined places, e.g., inside dryers, boilers, etc. • Must work with hazardous materials, e.g., corrosive acids, chlorine, resins, gases, etc. • Must work in extremely hot areas. • Must wear protective equipment and clothing when required. • Must work with low and high steam pressure piping systems. • Must operate pipe bender, pipe threader, hand tools and other trade tools. • Must read blueprints and schematic diagrams. • Must drive. • Must have a telephone and live within a reasonable commuting distance of the plant. • Expected to respond to call-ins, work shift-work, overtime, weekends, Sundays, and holidays as required by shop policies or company guidelines. • Must be able to work with others in a professional manner. • Must work within SAP system and computer systems. Qualifications • Must have completed an Indentured Pipefitter Apprenticeship Program or equivalent. • Must be able to lift 50-100 lbs. regularly. • Must not be allergic to corrosive acids, chlorine, chemicals, fiber glass, resins, gases, etc. • Must have flexibility, reach, and body height consistent with job responsibilities. • Must have a valid Wisconsin driver’s license. • Must pass respirator fit test and be clean shaven where the sealing surface of the respirator contacts the face. Attributes for Success • Hard work – tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity; the willingness to put in whatever effort is required to successfully complete the job at hand. • Pursuit of Excellence – strive to consistently exceed expectations in our day-to-day work and outperform our competitors in the marketplace, regarding work and company achievements as a collaborative goal with the desire to go above and beyond. • Integrity - treat the company and teammates with upmost respect, operating on strong moral codes to drive company values and culture. • Sense of Urgency – drive forward each day with speed, agility, and flexibility to capture unrealized opportunities and avoid potential risks for the business. • Entrepreneurial Spirit – act like an owner, challenging the status quo, asking the right questions, and actively seeking ways to innovate and improve. • Adaptability – be fluid with ND Paper’s continuous evolution while driving change in a fast-paced environment, equipped with the ability to acclimate quickly. • Servant Leadership – set an example by implementing meaningful leadership with heart, empathy, foresight and stewardship. ND Paper Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness for you and your family. • Financial protection benefits, including life insurance, disability insurance, and business travel accident insurance. • Tax advantaged accounts such as Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA). • Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation days to support work-life balance. • A 401K retirement plan with a company match and annual fixed contribution • Wellness programs with incentives and an on-site clinic available at our Rumford and Biron location. Enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and paid time off. Discover more about our benefits and how we support our team by visiting . Come be a part of our team and grow with us! Apply Please submit your resume, and salary requirements to No unsolicited resumes - ND Paper does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume you submit to us will immediately become the property of ND Paper. If you would like to become a recruiter for ND Paper, please contact us and we will agree in writing to terms and the specific job roles for which you are authorized to recruit. Job Title: Pipefitter Journeyman ($42.16/hour) Compensation The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At ND Paper, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. About Us ND Paper, a leading paper product manufacturer in the US with approx. $1 billion annual sales, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited, the largest containerboard producer in China and Asia, with $10 billion annual sales. We are an environmentally friendly company that manufactures various types of high-quality pulp, paper and paper-based packaging materials. Our mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron Wisconsin are integrated paper & pulp facilities, and our mill in Fairmont, West Virginia is one of only three in the world that produces air-dried, recycled pulp. Our fourth mill in Old Town, ME produces softwood kraft pulp. We are proud of our 1400 dedicated employees, who together produce more than 1.2 million short tons of pulp & paper annually. Job Responsibilities • Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work • Trains apprentices as required. • Repairs, maintains, and installs complex piping systems and related equipment. • Locates, trouble shoots, determines, and repairs malfunctions of hydraulic, pneumatic and hydronic systems as required. • Installs, maintains and troubleshoots low and high pressure steam and condensate systems. • Assembles and disassembles metal and nonmetal pipe and related equipment as required. • Installs and maintains refrigeration units and air conditioners as required. • Performs plumbing work as allowed by regulations. • Performs general housekeeping duties and other duties as assigned by supervision. • Perform heating, cutting & welding in accordance with the contract. On-the-job Requirements • Must lift 50-100 lbs. regularly, e.g., chainblocks, valves, chlorine tanks, pipes, etc. • Must do considerable amount of bending, stooping, reaching, turning, and twisting. • Must climb and work in high places, e.g., from 8’ - 120’ elevated lifts, ladders, scissors lift, aerial boom lifts, water tower, dams, etc. • Must work in confined places, e.g., inside dryers, boilers, etc. • Must work with hazardous materials, e.g., corrosive acids, chlorine, resins, gases, etc. • Must work in extremely hot areas. • Must wear protective equipment and clothing when required. • Must work with low and high steam pressure piping systems. • Must operate pipe bender, pipe threader, hand tools and other trade tools. • Must read blueprints and schematic diagrams. • Must drive. • Must have a telephone and live within a reasonable commuting distance of the plant. • Expected to respond to call-ins, work shift-work, overtime, weekends, Sundays, and holidays as required by shop policies or company guidelines. • Must be able to work with others in a professional manner. • Must work within SAP system and computer systems. Qualifications • Must have completed an Indentured Pipefitter Apprenticeship Program or equivalent. • Must be able to lift 50-100 lbs. regularly. • Must not be allergic to corrosive acids, chlorine, chemicals, fiber glass, resins, gases, etc. • Must have flexibility, reach, and body height consistent with job responsibilities. • Must have a valid Wisconsin driver’s license. • Must pass respirator fit test and be clean shaven where the sealing surface of the respirator contacts the face. Attributes for Success • Hard work – tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity; the willingness to put in whatever effort is required to successfully complete the job at hand. • Pursuit of Excellence – strive to consistently exceed expectations in our day-to-day work and outperform our competitors in the marketplace, regarding work and company achievements as a collaborative goal with the desire to go above and beyond. • Integrity - treat the company and teammates with upmost respect, operating on strong moral codes to drive company values and culture. • Sense of Urgency – drive forward each day with speed, agility, and flexibility to capture unrealized opportunities and avoid potential risks for the business. • Entrepreneurial Spirit – act like an owner, challenging the status quo, asking the right questions, and actively seeking ways to innovate and improve. • Adaptability – be fluid with ND Paper’s continuous evolution while driving change in a fast-paced environment, equipped with the ability to acclimate quickly. • Servant Leadership – set an example by implementing meaningful leadership with heart, empathy, foresight and stewardship. ND Paper Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness for you and your family. • Financial protection benefits, including life insurance, disability insurance, and business travel accident insurance. • Tax advantaged accounts such as Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA). • Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation days to support work-life balance. • A 401K retirement plan with a company match and annual fixed contribution • Wellness programs with incentives and an on-site clinic available at our Rumford and Biron location. Enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and paid time off. Discover more about our benefits and how we support our team by visiting . Come be a part of our team and grow with us! Apply Please submit your resume, and salary requirements to No unsolicited resumes - ND Paper does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume you submit to us will immediately become the property of ND Paper. If you would like to become a recruiter for ND Paper, please contact us and we will agree in writing to terms and the specific job roles for which you are authorized to recruit.
See More Details >>Application Instructions Please complete all sections of the application thoroughly and accurately. Providing complete information helps us better understand your qualifications and ensures timely consideration of your application. Position Description Assist Steamfitter Journeymen and Apprentices in performing duties as directed by supervisor, to include training in shop fabrication processes and job site installations within union contract. ? • Assist in fabrication and installation of piping products and systems • Work with journeymen and apprentices to construct fabrications from drawings • Assemble and disassemble scaffold • Assist in cutting, measuring and assembling products • Deliver material to job sites • Assist in the loading, unloading, and organized storage of materials • Maintain a LEAN working environment • Grind and core drill • Assist in demolition • Other duties may be assigned in accordance with the local union bargaining agreement Position Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: • High School Diploma or equivalent GED • Ability to work with mathematical concepts • Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds • Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl • Conscientious and safety-minded attitude • Valid driver's license with good driving record Pre-Employment Screening required after employment offer: • Criminal Background, Motor Vehicle Records and Substance Abuse Equal Opportunity Employer T/G is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a pipefitter in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally span four to five years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550. In Wisconsin Rapids, the average weekly wage for pipefitters is approximately $1,183, reflecting the strong earning potential of this skilled trade. Trade schools, unions, and industry platforms offer pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a lucrative career that can exceed $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
