
Pipefitter/Plumbing Technician, 2nd Shift (Onsite)
- Windsor Locks, CT
- $39.14-48.87 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Work from maintenance or service directives to respond and repair any plumbing related problems.
- Work from blueprints, diagrams, drawings, sketches, schematics or other written or verbal instructions to install, modify or repair plumbing related systems.
- Dispense propane to consumers as required.
- When off normal shift coverage respond to emergency facility problems as required and follow up on findings.
- Work with a variety of liquids, chemicals and gases such as water, steam (high and low pressure), air, CO2, chill water, propane, hydraulics, fire protection lines, vacuum, natural gas, ammonia, acids, alkalines, sanitary and industrial waste, hydrogen, nitrogen.
- Use a variety of tools such as pipe benders, threaders, torches and other tools pertaining to trade.
- Select and install various types of insulation to suit requirements.
- Troubleshoot, overhaul and repair valves, pumps, regulators, backflow preventers and associated equipment.
- Fabricate and install hangers, brackets, braces, and other means of support as required.
- Use ladders, hoist and power operated man lifts to facilitate repairs.
- Order parts and maintain stock of plumbing supplies as required.
- Clean out wet dust collectors, drains and ditches.
- Instruct one or two fellow employees in the proper performance of duties.
- Keep equipment and surrounding areas neat and clean.
- Improve process and solve problems in cooperation with fellow employees and technical support group.
- Perform related duties as required within scope of this job function.
- 2nd Shift: Monday to Friday, 3:30pm to 12:00am
- Training could potentially take place on 1st or 2nd Shift for up to 6 months.
- Must have a high school diploma or GED.
- 4-5 years relevant experience.
- Experience with lock-out tag-out
- Experience with blueprints, diagrams, service manuals, drawings, sketches, or other instructions.
- Previous experience with pipefitting, plumbing, heating, sanitary and acid waste, backflow prevention, and mechanical repair.
- Requires a valid motor license and certification for powered industrial trucks.
- Experience in confined space and hazardous material handling.
- Basic computer skills.
- 5-7 years of trades training/experience.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
- Collins provides eligible employees with paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
- Adoption Assistance
- Autism Benefit
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
- Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
- Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
- Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
- And more!