Pipefitter Apprentice 1 at Lee Industrial Contracting

Walker, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pipefitting, Mechanical Aptitude, Basic Math, Geometry, Tool Operation, Safety Compliance, Rigging, Aerial Lift Operation, Forklift Operation, Telehandler Operation, Blueprint Reading, Threading Pipe, Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, Lockout Tagout, Material Handling

Industry

Construction

Description

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today! We are proud to offer our employees: * Apprenticeship and Comprehensive Training Programs * Paid Holidays Upon Hire * Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance * HSA with Employer Contribution * Paid Time Off * Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance * Safety Bonus Program * Employee Stock Ownership Program * Work Travel Incentive * Holiday Bonus * Company provided tools * And so much more! Responsibilities: * Support other apprentices, and foremen on various projects  * Follow instructions from foremen and supervisors to ensure tasks are completed efficiently   * Keep the job site clean and well-organized   * Handle the loading and unloading of materials, tools, and equipment   * Ensure attention to detail and follow safety standards    * Fuel and wash department vehicles    * Gain essential service and installation skills to progress within the department   Requirements: * Mechanically inclined (know how to use tape measure, power hand tools),  * Basic math & geometry knowledge * Pipefitting experience is a plus, but not necessary   * Participate in our employer sponsored DOL Pipefitting Apprenticeship    * Ability to work effectively with all personality types   * Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions   * Self-directed and can work independently   * Valid driver’s license     Preferred Requirements: * Threading 1/2" - 4" pipe * Shut off steam, water, or other gases or liquids from pipe sections, using valve keys or wrenches * Measure and mark pipes for cutting or threading  * Knowledge of pipe hanger assemblies    * Labeling/Tagging/Matchmarking  * Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, or maintain, equipment, and fixtures    * Confined space entrant  * Confined space attendant/supervisor * Hot work * Fall protection * Lockout tagout Equipment & tool experience:   * Aerial lift Operation - Boom & Scissor (preferred) * Forklift Operation - Material Handling up to 5000# (preferred)  * Telehandler (preferred)      * Chauffeur LIC/Med DOT Physical (preferred) * Trailer Loading and Securing of Material (preferred) * Pipe threaders (preferred) Rigging Requirements:  * Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials    * Utilize and understand the constraints of chains, synthetic, metal mesh, and wire rope slings   * Use & recognize rigging hardware including hooks, shackles, wire rope clips, clamps, eye bolts, softeners and tag lines     * Identifies common load configurations & positioning    * Rigger 1 training – trains on above  Physical Requirements: * Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and/or operate scissor/boom lifts while working at height * Work in permit & non-permit required confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment * Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally * Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards * Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces * Must be able to work in cold/hot environments * Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and herein restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Responsibilities

Support foremen and other apprentices in the installation and service of industrial equipment while maintaining a clean and organized job site. Handle the loading and unloading of materials and equipment while adhering to strict safety standards.