Shop Pipefitter

Description

Shop Pipefitters are essential to our fabrication success, delivering precision, quality, and craftsmanship that power every RK project. From interpreting complex spool sheets to executing high-accuracy fit-ups, your work ensures our piping systems are built right the first time.

Whether you're honing your skills or stepping into a more advanced role, you'll find opportunities to learn, lead, and thrive. With competitive pay, a $1,000 sign-on bonus, up to $5,000 in relocation assistance, and access to cutting-edge training and tools, RK is where your pipefitting career can truly take shape.

Pipefitters at RK are trusted experts. Their ability to work efficiently, think critically, and contribute to a collaborative team makes them vital to every project's success.

RK Overview

As a second-generation, family-owned enterprise, RK Industries, LLC (RK) offers a diverse range of construction, manufacturing, advanced fabrication, and building services. Led by Rick and Jon Kinning, RK comprises seven distinct business units that collaborate to deliver seamless project execution. Our exclusive building methodologies, accredited safety standards, and professional excellence enable us to turn our customers' boldest ideas into reality.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Pipefitter to join our fabrication team. The Pipefitter will be responsible for interpreting complex drawings and executing high-precision pipe layout, fitting, and tack welding in alignment with project specifications. This role plays a key part in delivering quality prefabricated piping systems and ensuring safety and efficiency in every task.

Role Responsibilities

• Read and follow blueprints, drawings, and sketches to meet the project specifications
• Interpret and work from isometric drawings, spool sheets, and blueprints for precise pipe layout and fitting.
• Perform accurate tack welding and pipe assembly for prefabrication projects, ensuring adherence to specifications and tolerances.
• Utilize tools such as bevellers, grinders, tape measures, levels, and center finders for pipe preparation and assembly.
• Collaborate with welders and QA inspectors to ensure assemblies meet quality and dimensional standards.
• Follow all shop safety protocols and use proper PPE.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, aligned with RK's 6S shop practices.
• Take direction from Shop Supervisors, Foremen, and Training Supervisors and incorporate feedback effectively.
• Assist in mentoring and training less experienced team members.
• Meet project deadlines while upholding quality craftsmanship.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• 1st and 2nd Shift- 15% Shift Differential

Qualifications

What Sets RK Industries Apart

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law