Located in Greensboro, NC
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Position Summary
Express Employment Professionals is seeking an experienced Pipe Fitter for a leading mechanical contractor specializing in industrial mechanical installations, process piping, and production facility maintenance. This position is responsible for fabricating, fitting, assembling, and installing a variety of piping systems used in manufacturing, industrial, food-grade, and pharmaceutical environments. The ideal candidate has at least one (1) year of pipe fitting experience, can read blueprints and isometric drawings, and is committed to producing high-quality work while maintaining a safe work environment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Fabricate, fit, and install process piping systems for industrial and manufacturing facilities.
- Measure, cut, bevel, thread, fit, and assemble carbon steel, stainless steel, and other piping materials.
- Install piping systems for:
- Compressed air and compressed gases
- Low and high-pressure steam systems
- Condensate return systems
- Chilled water and chilled water return systems
- Chemical distribution systems
- Wastewater piping
- Food-grade process piping
- Prepare pipe for welding by ensuring proper alignment, fit-up, and support.
- Install valves, flanges, fittings, supports, pumps, tanks, boilers, chillers, air compressors, cooling towers, and other mechanical equipment.
- Assist with the installation of production machinery and related mechanical systems.
- Perform repairs, modifications, and maintenance on existing piping systems.
- Read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs, isometric drawings, and project specifications.
- Ensure work complies with ASME, B31.3, cGMP, FDA, and company quality standards.
- Work alongside welders, electricians, and maintenance personnel to complete projects efficiently.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area while following OSHA and company safety policies.
Qualifications
- Minimum of one (1) year of Pipe Fitter experience required.
- Experience in industrial, mechanical contracting, manufacturing, or process piping environments preferred.
- Ability to read blueprints, isometric drawings, and piping schematics.
- Experience fitting stainless steel and carbon steel pipe.
- Knowledge of steam, condensate, compressed air, chilled water, chemical, and process piping systems preferred.
- Familiarity with pumps, boilers, chillers, tanks, and other industrial mechanical equipment is a plus.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable transportation and dependable attendance.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces throughout the workday.
- Ability to work in industrial manufacturing environments and varying temperatures.
- Must be able to wear required PPE, including steel-toed boots, hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and other required safety equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in food-grade, pharmaceutical, or industrial manufacturing facilities.
- Experience preparing pipe for GTAW (TIG) welding.
- Knowledge of ASME B31.3 piping standards.
- Experience with shutdowns, maintenance projects, and equipment installations.
Benefits
- $24–$32 per hour, based on experience
- Full-time, temp-to-hire opportunity
- Weekly pay
- Overtime opportunities available
- Opportunity to work on a variety of industrial and mechanical projects
- Career advancement with a well-established mechanical contractor
Greensboro, NC North
3293
7204 D West Friendly Avenue
Greensboro, NC 27410
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