Journeyman Pipefitter

Job Description

• Performs work consistent with MWS and maintenance best practices.
• Repairs, maintains and installs complex piping and tubing systems and related equipment.
• Locates, determines and repairs malfunctions of hydraulic, pneumatic and hydronic systems as required.
• Installs, maintains and troubleshoots low and high pressure steam and condensate systems.
• Weld, solder, cut, and heat as required.
• Assembles and disassembles metal and nonmetal pipe and related equipment as required.
• Installs and repairs pumps and agitator seals (Stevens Point).
• Performs minor plumbing work as allowed by regulations.
• Trains apprentices as required.
• Performs general housekeeping duties and other duties as assigned by supervision.

• Must pass welding certification within 90 days.
• Must lift 50-100 lbs. regularly, e.g., chainblocks, valves, chlorine tanks, pipes, etc.
• Must do considerable amount of bending, stooping, reaching, turning and twisting.
• Must climb and work in high places, e.g., from 8’ - 120’ elevated lifts, ladders, Cherry pickers, manlifts, water tower, dams, etc.
• Must work in confined places, e.g., inside dryers, boilers, etc.
• Must work with hazardous materials, e.g., corrosive acids, chlorine, resins, gases, etc.
• Must work in extremely hot areas.
• Must learn to operate welding/heating/cutting tools and equipment.
• Must wear protective equipment and clothing when required.
• Must work with low and high steam pressure piping systems.
• Must operate pipe bender, pipe threader, hand tools and other trade tools.
• Must read blueprints and schematic diagrams.
• Must drive.
• Must have a telephone and live within a reasonable commuting distance of the plant.
• Expected to respond to call-ins, work shift-work, overtime, Sundays, and holidays as required.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an Indentured Pipefitter Apprenticeship Program or equivalent.
• Must be able to lift 50-100 lbs. regularly.
• Must not be allergic to chemicals or materials used in a mill environment, i.e., corrosive acids, chlorine, chemicals, fiber glass, resins, gases, etc.
• Must have a demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and procedures.
• Must have flexibility, reach and body height consistent with job responsibilities.
• Must have a valid Wisconsin driver’s license.
• Must pass respirator fit test and be clean shaven where the sealing surface of the respirator contacts the face.

Additional Information

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