Pipefitter- Welder

*Benefits Eligibility: This position is eligible for benefits beginning the first of the month following your hire date.

*Recruiting Agencies: Thorpe Specialty Services does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting agencies.

The Pipefitter - welder is responsible for the layout, assembly, installation, maintenance, welding, fabrication and repair of piping systems in industrial and heavy commercial environments, supporting projects related to facilities, new construction, and renovations. This role requires a high degree of skill in interpreting piping drawings and specifications, cutting and fitting pipe, and ensuring systems are installed to meet industry and project standards for safety and quality.

Role and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, P&IDs, and specifications to determine piping layout and work procedures.
• Measure, cut, thread, bend, and weld pipes using hand tools, machines, and welding equipment.
• Install, modify, and repair various types of piping systems including carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy, and non-metallic piping.
• Select proper materials, supports, and jointing methods based on project specifications and environmental conditions.
• Coordinate installation with other trades, such as scaffolders, insulators, and corrosion technicians.
• Perform pressure testing, leak testing, and inspections of completed piping systems.
• Follow company and customer safety policies, including proper use of PPE, fall protection, confined space entry, and hot work procedures.
• Assist with rigging and lifting pipe and materials using cranes or other lifting devices.
• Document work completed, material usage, and any deviations from plan.
• Load, transport and unload materials, tools, equipment and supplies.
• Secure pipe to structure with bracket, clamps and hangers using proper hand and power tools.
• 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.
• Support other industrial services work (refractory, corrosion, rubber lining) as needed depending on project demands.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• 4+ years of industrial pipefitting experience, preferably in heavy industrial or petrochemical environments.
• 2+ years of welding experience in an industrial or construction environment.
• Proficiency with SMAW, TIG, and MIG welding techniques.
• Welding certifications preferred (or ability to pass company-administered weld tests).
• Experience with various piping materials and joining techniques, including welding, flanging, threading, braising, soldering and grooved connections.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards and industrial safety practices.
• Experience with VRF systems (preferred but not required).
• Experience with hydronic, steam, refrigeration piping processes with cooling towers, chillers, boilers and large roof top equipment.
• NCCER Pipefitter Certification or equivalent (preferred but not required).

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Thorpe will engage in an individualized, interactive process to evaluate accommodation requests, including those arising from a workplace injury or workers’ compensation claim.

This position requires the frequent exertion of up to 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, and manipulate materials and equipment, along with regular work in confined spaces and at heights, consistent with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Heavy Work classification.

For purposes of this description: “Occasionally” means up to 1/3 of the work shift; “Frequently” means 1/3 to 2/3 of the work shift; and “Constantly” means more than 2/3 of the work shift.

• Standing/Walking/Bending/Squatting/Crawling: Frequently required to stand, walk, bend, squat, and crawl for extended periods while installing and fitting pipe systems.
• Climbing/Elevated Work: Frequently required to climb ladders and scaffolds and to work on elevated platforms, scaffolding, or lifts.
• Confined Spaces: Frequently required to work in confined spaces.
• Lifting/Carrying: Frequently required to lift, carry, and manipulate materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; occasionally required to handle heavier loads with mechanical assistance or a second person.
• Manual Dexterity: Frequently required to use hand tools and pipefitting equipment with precision.
• Vision/Hearing: Requires vision sufficient to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines; hearing sufficient to receive instructions and communicate with co-workers.
• Environmental Conditions: Regular exposure to varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, noise, dust, and hazardous materials.
• PPE Usage: Required to wear and properly use personal protective equipment as dictated by site conditions and applicable regulations.
• Work Schedule: Must have the stamina to work long shifts, including overtime, nights, weekends, or holidays, depending on project needs.

Return-to-Work and Modified Duty

An employee returning from a work-related or non-work-related injury or illness must provide medical documentation, as requested, describing any functional limitations or restrictions. The Company will compare the employee’s documented restrictions against the essential functions described above and, where feasible and consistent with business necessity, consider temporary modified-duty or light-duty assignments. Availability of modified duty is evaluated on a case-by-case basis and is not guaranteed for any specific position or duration. Employees are expected to cooperate with the Company’s return-to-work process, including attending scheduled medical evaluations and providing timely updates on their fitness-for-duty status.

The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training, and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Employment at Thorpe Specialty Services Corporation is on an “at-will” basis. There is no contract of employment between Thorpe Specialty Services Corporation and anyone or all its employees unless explicitly stated elsewhere. Employment security cannot be guaranteed for or by any employee.

No Manager, Supervisor, or employee of the Company has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will.

Thorpe Specialty Services Corporation and its affiliates provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, nationalorigin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.