Industrial Pipe Fitter

About This Role

Join a hands-on industrial piping crew in Clarksville, TN installing, fabricating, maintaining and repairing piping systems in plants and construction projects. This role is heavy on layout, precise measurement and safe installation — you’ll work from isometrics, blueprints and P&IDs to build and maintain process, steam, chilled water and utility piping. Typical work includes field layout, cutting, fit-up and assembly of carbon steel, stainless and other pipe types, assisting with hydrostatic/pneumatic testing, troubleshooting system problems and documenting quality. Expect to work with other trades, follow site safety rules, and support turnarounds and shutdowns as required.

What You'll Do

• • Read and interpret isometric drawings, blueprints, P&IDs and project specs for daily work.
• • Lay out, measure, cut, bevel, thread, groove, fit and install piping, valves, flanges and supports.
• • Perform alignment and fit-up for welding; assist with hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing.
• • Troubleshoot, repair and replace damaged piping components; perform preventive maintenance.
• • Follow OSHA and site safety procedures, complete JSAs/pre-task planning and document work quality.
• • Coordinate with welders, electricians, millwrights and operators; report progress and material needs.

What We're Looking For

• • 3+ years industrial pipefitting or related piping experience in construction, plant or power settings.
• • Able to read and interpret isometrics, blueprints, P&IDs and take precise field measurements.
• • Proficient with hand tools, power tools, layout instruments and pipe fabrication equipment.
• • Experience with carbon steel, stainless, copper, PVC/HDPE and common industrial fittings and valves.
• • Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, work in confined spaces, climb, bend and stand for long periods.
• • Strong safety mindset and ability to follow site-specific safety rules and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• • NCCER Pipefitter certification (preferred)
• • OSHA 30-Hour Construction (preferred) or OSHA 10 accepted
• • CPR and First Aid certification
• • Forklift operator and aerial lift certifications preferred
• • Confined Space Entry training and rigging/signal person certifications a plus
• • Fluent in English (reading job documents and safety instructions)

What We Offer

• • Competitive pay based on experience (DOE) with time-and-a-half overtime
• • Paid training and certification reimbursement (NCCER, confined space, etc.)
• • PPE and work uniform provided
• • Paid time off and sick leave
• • Per diem and travel pay for out-of-town projects / shift differentials as applicable
• • Opportunities for advancement and on-the-job mentoring

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