Millwright/Pipefitter

Website U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission

Millwright/Pipefitter Job Highlights

Title Millwright/Pipefitter
Type Full Time
Experience Required
Function Management/Manufacturing
Location Bessemer, AL, United States
Company U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission

Company Profile

U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission is a premier manufacturer and developer of power transmission products such as conveyor chains, engineering chains, sprockets, roller chains, various special application chains, cable, and hose carrier systems/cables, power transmissions units/components, and automotive timing chain drive systems.

Job Profile

The company is looking for a Mechanical Technician (Millwright/Pipefitter) who will be responsible for layout, fabrication, and assemblies.

The position performs the installation of steel structures, piping systems, pipe supports, fixtures, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.

They perform the installation of equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, production, and processing systems.

Independency/Supervision-

  • Level 1 and 2 Technicians work under immediate supervision
  • Level 3 and 4 Technicians work independently
  • Level 4 Technician must exercise independent judgment

Educational Qualification

  • The applicants should have a High School Diploma or Equivalent

Work Experience

The training is preferred but not required-

  • Level 1 Technician – LOTO training and Workplace Fire Safety training
  • Level 2 Technician – OSHA 10 Safety course
  • Level 3 & 4 Technician – OHSA 30 Safety course

Duties/Responsibilities

For Level 1 Mechanical Technician-

  • Bend pipes by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machines
  • Capable of operating forklifts, scissor lifts, and pallet jacks
  • Explain how to avoid electric shock when welding
  • Identify and explain different joint designs
  • Identify and explain proper personal protection used in steelwork, sheet metal, welding, and pipefitting
  • Identify and explain the use of oxyfuel and plasma arc cutting equipment and install various pipe fittings per job specifications
  • Identify, explain, and install various types of gaskets and O-rings
  • Identify, explain, and use CAC-A equipment and select electrodes
  • Identify, explain, and use a hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, and pipe threading machine
  • Identify, explain, and use oxyfuel cutting equipment and demonstrate the use of various pipefitting hand tools
  • Perform fillet welds using E6010 and E7018 electrodes in the following welding positions: Flat (1F), Horizontal (2F), Vertical (3F), Overhead (4F)
  • Perform open V-groove welds with E6010 and E7018 electrodes in the following positions: Flat (1G), Horizontal (2G), Vertical (3G), Overhead (4G)
  • Perform open-root V-groove welds in the following positions: Flat (1G), Horizontal (2G), Vertical (3G), Overhead (4G)
  • Perform SMAW for V-groove welds with backing in the following positions: Flat (1G), Horizontal (2G), Vertical (3G), Overhead (4G)
  • Perform square cuts, bevel cuts, pierce slots, and cut slots
  • Responsible for complying with all safety and project rules
  • Set up and use plasma arc cutting equipment
  • Other tasks and duties as assigned

For Level 2 Mechanical Technician-

  • Assemble and install a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded caulk, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools
  • Inspect work site to determine the presence of obstructions
  • May assist in lifting, positioning, and securing of material and workpieces during installation
  • Perform and understand all competencies & job requirements of Mechanical Technician Level 1
  • Perform multiple-pass GTAW fillet welds on carbon steel using carbon steel filler in the following positions: Flat (1F), Horizontal (2F), Vertical (3F), Overhead (4F)
  • Perform multiple-pass GTAW V-groove welds on carbon steel using carbon steel filler in the following positions: Flat (1G), Horizontal (2G), Vertical (3G), Overhead (4G)
  • Select type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications

For Level 3 Mechanical Technician-

  • Ability to manage a small crew periodically in the absence of Mechanical Technician Level 4
  • Capable of operating cranes and lulls in addition to forklifts, scissor lifts, and pallet jacks
  • Perform and understand all competencies and job requirements of Mechanical Technician Level 1 and 2
  • Perform material take-offs from drawings, isometrics, and/or plans
  • Perform open-root V-groove pipe welds using FCAW equipment in the following positions: 1G Rotated, 2G, 5G, 6G
  • Perform open-root V-groove pipe welds using GMAW equipment in the following positions: 1G Rotated, 2G, 5G, 6G
  • Perform open-root V-groove pipe welds using GTAW equipment in the following positions: 2G, 5G, 6G
  • Perform open-root V-groove pipe welds using SMAW equipment in the following positions: 1G Rotated, 2G, 5G, 6G
  • Perform open-root V-groove welds on stainless steel pipe using SMAW equipment and electrodes in the following positions: 1G Rotated, 2G, 5G, 6G
  • Perform open-root V-groove welds on a stainless steel plate using SMAW equipment and electrodes in the following positions: 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G

For Level 4 Mechanical Technician-

  • Ability to communicate with all higher supervision
  • Ability to read, draw, understand, and communicate all aspects of the project requirements
  • Ability to take direction from higher supervision and is responsible for completing tasks on schedule and with allotted, agreed-upon resources
  • Perform and understand all competencies and job requirements of Mechanical Technician Level 1, 2 and 3
  • Perform open-root V-groove welds on stainless steel pipe using SMAW equipment and electrodes in the following positions: 1G Rotated, 2G, 5G, 6
  • Responsible for maintaining adequate consumable levels for crew
  • Responsible for maximizing crew efficiency and uptime
  • Responsible for monitoring consumable consumption for crew

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

  • Apply mathematics to solve problems
  • Compare and see differences in the size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects
  • Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
  • Make decisions based on measurable criteria
  • Plan basic work and select proper tools
  • Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
  • Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings
  • Work at heights without fear
  • Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy

Benefits/Perks

  • Medical
  • Dental and Vision and Life Insurance Coverage
  • Generous 401(K) With Employer Match and Profit Sharing
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Annual Bonus Potential

Employer’s Statement

U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Disability.

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