2nd Class Pipe Fitter

2nd Class Pipefitter

Position Type:                          Full-time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports to:                               Superintendent

Supervisory Responsibility:     None

Location:                                  Jacksonville, FL

Company Summary

Stellar Energy provides state-of-the-art solutions customers build in for optimized energy performance now; and in preparation for the energy needs of tomorrow. In business for 25 years, we’ve delivered added energy efficiency and capacity to customers in more than 15 countries. More dispatchable power. Increased LNG production. Greater Data Center efficiency and lower costs. Hyperscale deployment at the best possible speed to first megawatt. All delivered with the lower emissions required to support our partners’ unique sustainability objectives.

Stellar Energy specializes in a wide range of engineering and manufacturing solutions within the energy sector including turbine inlet air chilling, central utility plants, district cooling, combined heat & power systems, thermal energy storage, inlet air heating, data center chilling, and inlet air chilling for LNG facilities.  Additionally, our expertise extends to start-up & commissioning, system health analysis, services, and training.  Our in-house team of skilled engineers and dedicated tradespeople are the reason we are the global leader in customized solutions. Stellar Energy strives to add value to today’s energy infrastructure, achieving secure, affordable, and sustainable energy that will help to create a responsible energy economy. 

Summary Objective

To have basic working knowledge of mechanical equipment and piping installation and the various terminologies, blueprint reading, measurements, setting equipment/piping, job specifications, etc., to build an integrally complete piping system.

Essential Functions

• Basic in understanding job specification, blueprint reading, target point measurements and torque requirements for large industrial piping systems.
• Hands-on, basic working knowledge of Equipment/Piping center lines and work points.
• Basic proficiency in the installation of various valves, suction diffusers, guides, circuit setters, expansion tanks, pumps, chillers, automatic air vents, pressure regulators, etc. to make a complete piping system.
• Basic knowledge of all forms of piping system hangers, supports, braces, etc., from temporarily through jam nut completion.
• Moderate mechanical aptitude and problem solver who can understand and follow instruction.
• Accountability for completion of daily work assignments while monitoring quality, safety and health regulations.
• Documentation of all quality reporting methods employed by SEA Quality Standards
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts, while adhering to industry standard practices of safe rigging systems and techniques.
• Safely and efficiently direct and monitor two or more helpers. 
• Comply with all company policies, procedures and safety requirements and physically / medically qualified to wear required PPE per OSHA standards. 
• Basic knowledge of pneumatic and hydro process for 150psi testing, inspections, and safety procedures.
• Responsibilities may require sedentary work, including but not limited to computer operation, video review, classroom or online training, job observations/inspections, and peer work review.
• Prepares for ISO 9001 and other audits.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competency

• Blueprint and Schematic Reading
• Pipe Layout and Fabrication
• Pipe Joining Methods
• Material Knowledge
• Testing and Inspection
• Problem-solving and Attention to Detail
• Good Spatial Awareness and Physical Stamina
• Communication, Teamwork, Time Management, and Adaptability

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This position operates out of a fabrication facility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is sometimes exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. The first shift days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The second shift days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Occasional weekend work may be required as job duties demand.  Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

Travel is primarily not required except for local travel during the business day. 

Required Education and Experience

• Knowledge of threading, grinding, welding, brazing, rigging, plasma cutting, and gas arc cutting
• Fluent in all hydro process for 150 PSI testing and inspections
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Pipefitting
• Knowledge of datum lining, piping center lines and work points
• Strong attention to detail, basic math and tape measuring skills
• Physical stamina and the ability to work in various conditions (e.g. confined areas and heights) and physically/medically qualified to wear all required PPE
• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Education and Experience

• 6+ years of experience in Industrial Mechanical Fitting
• Accredited vocational technical training

Work Authorization

Must be authorized to work in USA. 

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.