What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Apprentice - Pipefitter position at A/Z Corp?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Mechanical Apprentice will assist a licensed Pipefitter in the installation or maintenance and inspection of HVAC, Utility and Process Piping Systems.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Regular attendance at assigned location; may include A/Z office or other project site;
- Works on systems that include Heating Hot Water, Chilled Water, Steam, Condensate, Compressed Air, Process Fluids, Chemical, Fuel oil, and other Fuel Related Systems;
- Works with materials that include carbon steel, stainless steel, plastics, fiberglass, copper, i.e. brazed, soft soldered and pro-press;
- Measure, cut, thread or bend pipe to required angle using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines or pipe-bending machines;
- Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes or fixtures in structures using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels;
- Test pipes or fixtures for leaks using various methods;
- Assemble pipe sections, tubing or fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, soldering or brazing equipment;
- Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances or fixtures using hand or power tools;
- Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisors;
- Must maintain strict adherence to safety rules and quality;
- Participate in site housekeeping;
- Interacts with co-workers in an attentive courteous manner;
- Additional duties as directed by management.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team;
- Enrolled in trade school and/or apprenticeship program;
- Be highly focused on customer satisfaction expectations;
- Good documentation and record keeping;
- OSHA 10 certification.