Pipefitter 1st and 2nd Shift

Power Solutions International (PSI) is a leading manufacturer of emissions-certified powertrains specializing in customized and fully integrated turnkey solutions for the leading global equipment manufacturers in the industrial, transportation, and energy markets manufacturers. Our facilities are housed in one million square feet of engineering, assembly, operations, and distribution space across seven facilities. We are positioned to meet the high production volumes of our customers with added capacity for growth.

SUMMARY

Sign on bonus of $1000.00 paid at 90 days worked.

Power Solutions International participates in E-Verify.

Under the direction of the Group or Team lead, the Assembly Team Member - Pipefitter, will have the ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently. Lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs and maintains piping systems, pipe supports, fixtures, and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and production and processing systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Selects type and size of pipe and related materials and equipment, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to job specifications.
• Inspects worksite to determine presence of obstructions.
• Plans sequence on installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other workers.
• Cut pipe using hacksaw, pipe cutter, hammer and chisel, cutting torch and pipe cutting machine.
• Threads pipe using threading machine.
• Bends pipe by hand or with pipe-bending tools and machine.
• Mounts pipe hangers and brackets on walls and ceiling to hold pipe.
• Assembles and installs a variety of metal or nonmetal pipes and pipe fittings, using threaded caulked, soldering, brazen, fused, or cemented joints, and hand tools.
• Secures pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand and power tools.
• Installs and maintains refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including compressors, pumps, meter, pneumatic and hydraulic controls and piping,
• Test piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
• Welds pipe supports to structural steel members.
• May observe production machines in assigned areas of manufacturing facility to detect machinery malfunctions. May operate machinery to verify repair.
• Loads, transport and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies.
• May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation.
• Performs minor maintenance of cleaning activities of tools and equipment.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Perform other duties as required.

SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday every other Saturday

1st shift 5 AM-3:30 PM

2nd shift 4 PM-2:30 AM

Sign on Bonus- $1000.00 paid out after 90 days.

REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of 1 years' experience
• Strong understanding of plumbing fittings and knowledge of how to thread pipe strongly preferred
• Attention to detail (there will be penetration through exterior walls)
• Ability to interpret blueprints strongly preferred
• Strong measurement skills (to the nearest 16^th of an inch)
• Willingness to work both inside and outside (sometimes in adverse weather conditions) to meet deadlines
• Ability to read and write English required
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
• Forklift operation experience preferred

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls; talk and hear; stand; walk; reach above shoulders; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move drawings, files, parts, and manuals weighing up to 50 pounds, and climb ladder and/or steps to access equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, occasionally loud.