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Pipefitter Foreman

North Chicago, IL 60044

Posted: 08/09/2023 Employment Type: Contract Industry: Construction Job Number: MB788534614 Pay Rate: $45 / hour

Job Description

Pipe Fitter Foreman
$35-$45 per hour
Full time position-overtime-benefits

North Chicago, IL

PIPE FITTER FOREMAN Job Description: 

Oversee pipefitting projects and journeyman pipefitters in the following:

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications.
  • Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions.
  • Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.
  • 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,
  • Test piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
  • Welds pipe supports to structural steel members.
  • May observe production machines in assigned area of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions. May operate machinery to verify repair.
  • Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies.
  • May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation.
  • Performs minor maintenance of cleaning activities of tools and equipment.
  • Respiratory protection is common and may be required.
  • Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Perform other duties as required.
PIPE FITTER JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
  • Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
  • Apply shop mathematics to solve problems
  • Plan work and select proper tools.
  • Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
  • Work at heights without fear.
  • Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.
Industrial Trade Services
sbertelsen@industrialtradeservices.com

 
 

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