Mechanical Piping Technician (Richlands)

We are seeking experienced mechanical piping technicians for Pamlico County!

Pay: $20-$40 per hour based on experience level

Work Type: Full time

Benefits:

• 40 hours per week
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Free Basic Life Insurance.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401k
• Company Cellphone
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off

Job Responsibilities:

• Fusion welding for HPDE piping
• Connecting heat pump coils
• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications. .
• Coordinates with other trades for pipe routing
• Cuts pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.
• Threads pipe using threading machine.
• Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine.
• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.
• Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.
• Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
• Installs and maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meter, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and piping.
• Tests piping systems for leaks by using hydrostatic and pneumatic methods.
• Welds pipe supports to structural steel members.
• Loads, transports, and unloads material, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Observes and complies with all safety and project rules and all company policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills:

• Always attentive to detail and alert to ensure safety
• Ability to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers
• Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines
• Ability to learn basic computer skills to communicate via email, document daily work and progress, and track procurements and status
• Math as required for piping angles
• Ability to lift 50lbs

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in mechanical systems
• Welding certifications GMAW/MIG, GMAW/TIG, SMAW preferred
• Extensive knowledge of codes
• Experience piping with cooling towers, chillers, boilers, large roof top equipment, air handlers etc
• Experience with hydronic and refrigeration piping processes
• Experience with VRF systems