HVAC Pipefitter

HVAC Pipefitter-3rd Shift

Lititz, Pennsylvania

Full Time

Key Responsibilities:

The HVAC Pipefitter will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, inspecting, and documenting a variety of utility equipment and systems throughout the plant including HVAC, dust collectors, fire suppression, steam, water, waste, gas, air, hydraulic, plumbing, and manufacturing valves and pumps. Operates both electric-welding and acetylene-welding apparatus. Adhere to procedures for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as specified by the Food and Drug Administration, as related to the job of Pipefitter. This is to work on 3rd shift- 11pm-7am

Other duties:

• Plan and layout installations using piping standards.
• Perform work from piping sketches or blue prints. Choose the proper size and type for pipe for the application.
• Install, maintain, and repair pipe lines including: steam, condensate, water, sprinkler, drainage, waste, vent, gas, air, hydraulic and process and their fittings, valves and traps.
• Cut and thread pipe as required. Cut holes in walls or floor as required for running pipe. Perform necessary pressure test on completed work. Insulate and repair pipe coverings as necessary. Adjust and repair automatic air handling systems. Perform repairs to refrigeration units. Change filters as needed.
• Inspect, document and test fire sprinkler system as required. Perform and document routine inspections of fire extinguishers, air handling units, dust collectors and vacuum systems as required. Serve on fire sprinkler system as a valve person or pump person as assigned.
• Perform repairs to pumps, pump seals and valves as necessary including valve diaphragm and pump seal replacements.
• Operate both electric and acetylene welding apparatus, fusing metal parts together to fabricate metal objects or to repair broken or cracked objects. Use welding equipment properly. Perform soldering and brazing as required .
• Maintain cleanliness of work area. Clean tools and equipment.
• Ensure FDA/OSHA/EH&S compliance standards are met.
• Perform other duties as directed which are related to the job

What are we looking for

Required Qualifications

• Education: Requires a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent experience / GED and either a trade-school diploma in HVAC or a qualified Journey Person Pipefitter or Plumber.
• Experience and Skills: Minimum of two years current experience or minimum of five-year prior experience working in HVAC or pipefitting / plumbing with a professional company.