{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7bd64bed4d52a83db758316b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7bd64bed4d52a83db758316b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7bd64bed4d52a83db758316b","title":"Pipefitter Abilene","description":"Benefits and retirement\n\nPurpose: Lay out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems and supports,\nfixtures and equipment for industrial piping systems on basis of knowledge of system operation and study of\nbuilding plans or working drawings. This includes carbon steel, stainless steel, chrome, and PVC systems as\nwell as directing and training pipefitter helpers to perform the same.\nWork Schedule: Varies by location. Must have open availability any time any day of the week. Length\nof employment is limited to job assignment and/or project duration.\nEssential Skills (may include but are not limited to the ability to:)\n Practice safety rules\n Identify power tools\nIdentify hand tools\n move, store, and transport oxy−acetylene and argon bottles safely.\nHousekeeping procedures\nMake measurements to the 1/16\" using a measuring tape\nUse power tools, drill motors, end and angle grinders, and port−a−bands\nIdentify and sort nuts, bolts, and screws by size and material\nIdentify threaded pipe fittings\nBasic Blueprint Reading\nPerform flange make−up (torque)\nIdentify socket weld fittings\nPerform basic math: add, subtract, multiply, and divide\nIdentify all thread rod by size and left or right-hand threads\nIdentify PVC pipe and fittings\nIdentify Rigging equipment\nIdentify pipe fittings by size, type, material, and service type\nSet−Up and operate oxy−acetylene torch for heating and cutting\nRead and interpret isometric drawings\nCut gaskets with gasket cutter\nIdentify and discriminate cutting and welding gases\nSet−up and purge stainless steel pipe\nInstall reinforced concrete pipe\nGive crane and heavy equipment hand signals\nRead and interpret hanger and support drawings\nIdentify gaskets materials by size, material, type, and ratings\nPerform craft math\nIdentify hanger components by type, kind, size, and material composition\nIdentify and sort valves by size, type, and materials\nInstall cast iron push joint pipe\nInstall ductile iron mechanical joint pipe\nFabricate PVC pipe from isometrics\nUse isometrics to fabricate for socket weld pipe, butt weld pipe, and threaded pipe\nUse threading machine to thread pipe\nJob Description: Pipefitter\nAlternative Titles: Journeyman Pipefitter\nPage 2 of 3\nJob Description: Pipefitter Rev.0, 6-3-21\n Identify pipe by size, type, and wall thickness\nTransfer benchmarks and layout elevations\n Perform simple rigging operations\n Install steam traps\n Use power actuated anchor gun/red head\n Install fabricated pipe butt weld, socket weld, and screw pipe from orthographies\n Prepare material & pipe-takeoffs for buttweld, socket weld, & threaded pipe\n Use blueprints to erect and fabricate piping systems (Ortho, ISO, P&ID, GA)\n Fabricate pipe hanger, supports, anchors, and guides\n Install pipe hangers, supports, anchors, and guides\n Read and interpret pipe and hanger drawings\n Fabricate, weld, and fiberglass piping\n Install high pressure and high heat piping systems\n Install and set spring hangers/supports\n Perform advanced craft math\n Work within company policy as outlined in the Samuel EPC Craft Handbook and maintain\ncompliance with both the Samuel EPC Human Resources Policy Manual and the Samuel EPC\nSafety Manual.\n Perform other duties as assigned by the foreman/supervisor as needed.\nEssential Qualifications\n Three (3) years minimum Field experience in trade\n Ability to perform material take-offs, figure offsets, take-off of fittings, and pipe rigging\n Ability to work with others to achieve job goals\n Read, write and communicate using the English language sufficient to perform job functions\n(other preferences will be given for special language skills where there is a business need)\nPhysical Requirements\n Stand or walk for long periods of time\n Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects\n Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift items weighing more than 50\npounds with assistance\n Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds and other objects\n Stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl\n See well (naturally or with correction)\n Eye−hand coordination\n Good physical fitness\n Good sense of balance\n Work at great heights\nPage 3 of 3\nJob Description: Pipefitter Rev.0, 6-3-21\nTool Requirements\n Steel toed work boots\n Pipefitter Blue Book\n Torpedo Level\n 25' Steel Measuring Tape\n 12\" Adjustable Wrench\n Leather Gloves\n Flat Screwdrivers\n Phillips Screwdrivers\n Toolbox (with lock)\n At least one set of 2-Hole, flange alignment pins\n 10\" Channel Lock Pliers\n 2@ 4\" C-clamps\n 2@ 8\" C-clamps\n 2@ 11\" Vice-grip locking C-clamps\n #9 Side Cutters\n 4\" Wrap−a−round\n 2@ Ballpeen hammer: 16 oz. and 32 oz.\n 24\" Pipefitter's or Framing Squares\n 24\" Level\n 12\" Tri Square\n Plumb bob\n 3/4\" x 6\" Cold Chisel\n Pipe Wrenches: 12\", 14\", 18\" and 24\"\n Center Punch\n Spud Wrench or Line−up Bar\n Combination Wrenches: 3/4\", 7/8\", 15/16\", 1-1/16\", 1-1/8\", and 1-1/4\"\n Degree Finder\n Protractor\n Line−Up Dogs\n Hickey Bar\n Smart Level\n Raincoat or poncho\nEnvironment: Construction Workers perform physically demanding work including lifting and carrying heavy\nobjects, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling in awkward positions. Some work at great heights, or\noutdoors in all weather conditions. With some projects, work exposure to harmful/hazardous materials,\nchemicals, fumes, odors, lead-based paints, asbestos, loud noise, or dangerous machinery may exist. To\navoid injury, workers in these jobs wear safety clothing, such as gloves, hardhats, protective chemical\nsuits, and devices to protect their eyes, respiratory system, or hearing. While working in underground\nand/or confined spaces, Construction Workers must be especially alert to safely follow procedures and\nmust deal with a variety of hazards.","company":"Samuel Engineering","rawCompany":"samuel engineering","city":"Abilene","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-19T15:47:40.078Z","occupations":[{"code":"47-2152.00","title":"Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters","slug":"plumbers-pipefitters-and-steamfitters"},{"code":"47-3015.00","title":"Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters","slug":"helpers-pipelayers-plumbers-pipefitters-and-steamfitters"},{"code":"51-2041.00","title":"Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters","slug":"structural-metal-fabricators-and-fitters"}],"industries":[{"code":"332996","title":"Fabricated Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing","slug":"fabricated-pipe-and-pipe-fitting-manufacturing"},{"code":"238220","title":"Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors","slug":"plumbing-heating-and-air-conditioning-contractors"},{"code":"238990","title":"All Other Specialty Trade Contractors","slug":"all-other-specialty-trade-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Pipefitter Abilene","description":"Benefits and retirement\n\nPurpose: Lay out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and maintains piping and piping systems and supports,\nfixtures and equipment for industrial piping systems on basis of knowledge of system operation and study of\nbuilding plans or working drawings. This includes carbon steel, stainless steel, chrome, and PVC systems as\nwell as directing and training pipefitter helpers to perform the same.\nWork Schedule: Varies by location. Must have open availability any time any day of the week. Length\nof employment is limited to job assignment and/or project duration.\nEssential Skills (may include but are not limited to the ability to:)\n Practice safety rules\n Identify power tools\nIdentify hand tools\n move, store, and transport oxy−acetylene and argon bottles safely.\nHousekeeping procedures\nMake measurements to the 1/16\" using a measuring tape\nUse power tools, drill motors, end and angle grinders, and port−a−bands\nIdentify and sort nuts, bolts, and screws by size and material\nIdentify threaded pipe fittings\nBasic Blueprint Reading\nPerform flange make−up (torque)\nIdentify socket weld fittings\nPerform basic math: add, subtract, multiply, and divide\nIdentify all thread rod by size and left or right-hand threads\nIdentify PVC pipe and fittings\nIdentify Rigging equipment\nIdentify pipe fittings by size, type, material, and service type\nSet−Up and operate oxy−acetylene torch for heating and cutting\nRead and interpret isometric drawings\nCut gaskets with gasket cutter\nIdentify and discriminate cutting and welding gases\nSet−up and purge stainless steel pipe\nInstall reinforced concrete pipe\nGive crane and heavy equipment hand signals\nRead and interpret hanger and support drawings\nIdentify gaskets materials by size, material, type, and ratings\nPerform craft math\nIdentify hanger components by type, kind, size, and material composition\nIdentify and sort valves by size, type, and materials\nInstall cast iron push joint pipe\nInstall ductile iron mechanical joint pipe\nFabricate PVC pipe from isometrics\nUse isometrics to fabricate for socket weld pipe, butt weld pipe, and threaded pipe\nUse threading machine to thread pipe\nJob Description: Pipefitter\nAlternative Titles: Journeyman Pipefitter\nPage 2 of 3\nJob Description: Pipefitter Rev.0, 6-3-21\n Identify pipe by size, type, and wall thickness\nTransfer benchmarks and layout elevations\n Perform simple rigging operations\n Install steam traps\n Use power actuated anchor gun/red head\n Install fabricated pipe butt weld, socket weld, and screw pipe from orthographies\n Prepare material & pipe-takeoffs for buttweld, socket weld, & threaded pipe\n Use blueprints to erect and fabricate piping systems (Ortho, ISO, P&ID, GA)\n Fabricate pipe hanger, supports, anchors, and guides\n Install pipe hangers, supports, anchors, and guides\n Read and interpret pipe and hanger drawings\n Fabricate, weld, and fiberglass piping\n Install high pressure and high heat piping systems\n Install and set spring hangers/supports\n Perform advanced craft math\n Work within company policy as outlined in the Samuel EPC Craft Handbook and maintain\ncompliance with both the Samuel EPC Human Resources Policy Manual and the Samuel EPC\nSafety Manual.\n Perform other duties as assigned by the foreman/supervisor as needed.\nEssential Qualifications\n Three (3) years minimum Field experience in trade\n Ability to perform material take-offs, figure offsets, take-off of fittings, and pipe rigging\n Ability to work with others to achieve job goals\n Read, write and communicate using the English language sufficient to perform job functions\n(other preferences will be given for special language skills where there is a business need)\nPhysical Requirements\n Stand or walk for long periods of time\n Use arms and hands to reach for, handle or manipulate objects\n Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift items weighing more than 50\npounds with assistance\n Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds and other objects\n Stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl\n See well (naturally or with correction)\n Eye−hand coordination\n Good physical fitness\n Good sense of balance\n Work at great heights\nPage 3 of 3\nJob Description: Pipefitter Rev.0, 6-3-21\nTool Requirements\n Steel toed work boots\n Pipefitter Blue Book\n Torpedo Level\n 25' Steel Measuring Tape\n 12\" Adjustable Wrench\n Leather Gloves\n Flat Screwdrivers\n Phillips Screwdrivers\n Toolbox (with lock)\n At least one set of 2-Hole, flange alignment pins\n 10\" Channel Lock Pliers\n 2@ 4\" C-clamps\n 2@ 8\" C-clamps\n 2@ 11\" Vice-grip locking C-clamps\n #9 Side Cutters\n 4\" Wrap−a−round\n 2@ Ballpeen hammer: 16 oz. and 32 oz.\n 24\" Pipefitter's or Framing Squares\n 24\" Level\n 12\" Tri Square\n Plumb bob\n 3/4\" x 6\" Cold Chisel\n Pipe Wrenches: 12\", 14\", 18\" and 24\"\n Center Punch\n Spud Wrench or Line−up Bar\n Combination Wrenches: 3/4\", 7/8\", 15/16\", 1-1/16\", 1-1/8\", and 1-1/4\"\n Degree Finder\n Protractor\n Line−Up Dogs\n Hickey Bar\n Smart Level\n Raincoat or poncho\nEnvironment: Construction Workers perform physically demanding work including lifting and carrying heavy\nobjects, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling in awkward positions. Some work at great heights, or\noutdoors in all weather conditions. With some projects, work exposure to harmful/hazardous materials,\nchemicals, fumes, odors, lead-based paints, asbestos, loud noise, or dangerous machinery may exist. To\navoid injury, workers in these jobs wear safety clothing, such as gloves, hardhats, protective chemical\nsuits, and devices to protect their eyes, respiratory system, or hearing. While working in underground\nand/or confined spaces, Construction Workers must be especially alert to safely follow procedures and\nmust deal with a variety of hazards.","datePosted":"2026-08-19T15:47:40.078Z","dateModified":"2026-08-19T15:47:40.078Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Samuel Engineering","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Abilene","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"7bd64bed4d52a83db758316b"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7bd64bed4d52a83db758316b"}}